Equity Bank Assistant Manager - Business Continuity Management Jobs in Kenya

Equity Bank Assistant Manager - Business Continuity Management Jobs in Kenya; The Assistant Manager, Business Continuity Management (BCM) is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of the bank’s Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BC/DR) framework. The role ensures operational resilience by identifying risks, conducting impact analyses, and coordinating response and recovery strategies to mitigate disruptions.

Key Responsibilities

Business Continuity Planning (BCP) & Governance

Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of the Bank’s Business Continuity Management (BCM) framework, policies, and procedures.

Support the periodic review and update of Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and Risk Assessments across departments.

Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal requirements for business continuity and resilience.

Disaster Recovery & Crisis Management

Work closely with IT and risk teams to assess the effectiveness of Disaster Recovery (DR) plans.

Participate in the testing and evaluation of DR and contingency strategies for critical systems and processes.

Assist in incident response planning, including crisis management and emergency communication protocols.

Training & Awareness

Conduct training and awareness sessions on business continuity, crisis management, and emergency preparedness for employees.

Develop and maintain BCM-related documentation, including handbooks and response guides.

Testing & Audits

Coordinate periodic business continuity drills, tabletop exercises, and real-time testing scenarios.

Identify gaps and recommend corrective measures to enhance resilience.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Act as a liaison between business units, IT, risk, compliance, and senior management on BCM-related issues.

Support reporting and communication with regulators, auditors, and external partners regarding BCM requirements.

Qualifications

Qualifications And Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business

Administration, Risk Management, IT, Finance, or a related field. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.

Certifications: Professional certifications such as CBCP (Certified Business Continuity Professional), ISO 22301 Lead Implementer, or DRII (Disaster Recovery Institute International) are highly preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in business continuity, operational risk management, or crisis management in the banking or financial services industry.

Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of CBK Business Continuity Guidelines, ISO 22301, Basel Accords, and IT Disaster Recovery best practices.

Key Competencies & Skills

Business Impact Analysis (BIA) – Ability to assess the impact of disruptions on business processes.

Disaster Recovery Planning – Understanding of IT resilience, backup strategies, and failover mechanisms.

Crisis Management & Incident Response – Ability to coordinate response plans during operational disruptions.

Regulatory Compliance – Familiarity with CBK, Basel, and industry-specific business continuity guidelines.

Audit & Testing – Experience in conducting resilience tests and identifying weaknesses in BCM frameworks.

How to Apply

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