Business Continuity Manager at I&M Bank

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure all Business units in the Bank have documented Business Continuity Plans (BCPs).
• Implement, monitor and report on business continuity measures as per the Bank’s BCM framework.
• Ensure periodic Business Impact Analysis and Risk Assessments are carried out for all business units, that include IT systems, building facilities, personnel and supply chain in line with the BCM Policy, CBK Prudential Guidelines and international best practice.
• Design, coordinate and execute BCP/DR annual tests for critical business processes and document test results including lessons learnt. Coordinate follow up on actions arising from lessons learnt to their logical conclusion.
• Maintain a Central Repository of tests carried out on the Business Continuity Plans for Audit purposes.
• Ensure Business Continuity Plans, Policy and Procedures are reviewed and updated regularly to align to emerging Risks and/or changes in the operating environment, the bank’s Strategy, and best practices.
• Coordinate the activities of and act as Secretary to the various Business Continuity Committees including CMT, DA and BCM.
• Assist the Crisis Management Committee during service disruption events and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Training of staff on BCP processes and standards to ensure that they are aware of recoverability of business processes and supporting services across all areas of business.
• Ensure third party contracts are up to date with revised BCP/DR processes.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Business-related field or Information Technology from a recognized university.
• BCM Certification would be an added advantage.

Skills, Competences & Experience

• At least Ten (10) years’ experience in a Banking Institution
• Familiarity with fundamental IT concepts, infrastructure & data center technologies
• Thorough knowledge of Banking operations
• Good knowledge of CBK Prudential Guidelines
• Experience in Business Continuity Planning and Disaster recovery
• Project Management Skills
• Risk Management skills
• Proactive and Self-driven
• Team-Player
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in an agile environment