The role plays a critical part in supporting the Group Chief Risk Officer (GCRO) in the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of the Group’s Business Continuity Management (BCM) Framework. This role is vital to ensuring the resilience of the organization by helping to develop and maintain business continuity plans, facilitate risk assessments, organize exercises, and promote a culture of preparedness throughout the PPB Group. Effective BCM implementation will protect the group’s reputation, ensure operational stability, and enable a swift recovery in the face of disruptions, ensuring long-term business success.

Responsibilities:
• Assist the Group Chief Risk Officer (GCRO) in the execution of group-wide business continuity strategies and initiatives across PPB Group, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Maintain relationships with professional bodies and relevant external organizations for knowledge sharing and staying up to date with BCM best practices, industry standards, and emerging trends.
• Co-facilitate Business Impact Analysis (BIA) workshops alongside the GCRO, including managing the preparation process prior to the workshops, such as coordinating with Business Unit (BU) Business Continuity Offices (BCOs) for scheduling, conducting research, and ensuring logistical arrangements.
• Assist the GCRO in developing and updating the Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and Crisis Management Plan (CMP) for the corporate office, and coordinate with BU’s BCOs to develop and maintain BCPs and CMPs across the Group.
• Ensure the ongoing maintenance and review of BCPs and CMPs for PPB Group Head Office (PPBHO) and business units (BUs), in coordination with BU BCOs and Departmental Business Continuity Leaders (BCLs).
• Coordinate and assist with the periodic testing and exercises of BCPs and CMPs, including crisis simulation exercises to ensure preparedness.
• Prepare and deliver BCM awareness materials, including refresher briefings for newly appointed Heads of Risk and Risk Officers, and prior to BIA workshops at operating companies or divisions.
• Collaborate with BU Heads of Risk and other key stakeholders to prepare periodic BCM reports for the GCRO’s review, ensuring that these reports are ready for submission to the Group Business Continuity Steering Committee and Board.
• Prepare presentation slides and other materials for reporting to the Group Business Continuity Steering Committee and Board, highlighting key BCM metrics, activities, and initiatives.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the company, adapting to evolving business needs.

Qualification:
•  Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or Professional Qualification in Economics, Accounting, Finance, Actuarial Science, Risk Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional certification in Risk Management or Business Continuity Management (e.g., CBCP, MBCI, or equivalent) is an added advantage.

Relevant Experience & Years of Service:
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in business continuity management, risk management, or related fields.
• Experience within public listed companies, regulatory agencies, manufacturing, film exhibition and distribution, property development, and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sectors is advantageous.
• Proven experience in executing and managing organization-wide business continuity programs.

Technical Skills & Professional Knowledge:
• Solid understanding of BCM methodologies, standards, and industry best practices.
• Good grasp of operational processes across different business functions.
• Strong skills in business report writing with the ability to present complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Strong analytical skills with a process-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken, with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with BCM software tools.