Assistant Manager for Operations Risk

Job summary:

Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the organisation's risk and resilience programmes, including Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Continuity Management System (BCMS), Workplace Safety & Health (WSH), Personal Data Protection (PDPA) and regulatory compliance.

Work collaboratively with Headquarters and school leaders to coordinate risk management initiatives, strengthen operational resilience and promote a safe, compliant and resilient environment for children, staff and stakeholders.

Job responsibilities:

• Support the implementation and maintenance of the organisation's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
• Assist in conducting risk assessments and maintaining organisational risk registers.
• Monitor risk mitigation measures and follow up on agreed action plans with relevant stakeholders.
• Support the implementation, and continual improvement of the organisation's Business Continuity Management System (BCMS).
• Coordinate the review and updating of Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) across Headquarters and schools.
• Assist in coordinating business continuity exercises, emergency response drills and post-exercise reviews.
• Support incident and crisis management activities to minimise operational disruptions.
• Support the implementation of Workplace Safety & Health (WSH) policies, procedures and initiatives.
• Coordinate workplace inspections, hazard identification and risk assessments.
• Assist in the investigation of workplace incidents and monitor corrective and preventive actions.
• Support compliance with licensing requirements, regulatory standards and organisational policies.
• Support the organisation's Personal Data Protection (PDPA) compliance programme and related initiatives.
• Coordinate PDPA Committee meetings and assist in data protection awareness and training programmes.
• Maintain accurate records, reports and documentation relating to risk management, business continuity, workplace safety, compliance and PDPA.
• Work closely with school leaders and Headquarters departments to coordinate risk and resilience initiatives.
• Support the delivery of training, workshops and awareness programmes relating to risk management, business continuity, workplace safety and PDPA.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Risk & Resilience Department.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager or Director in support of departmental and organisational objectives.

Job requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Risk Management, Occupational Safety & Health, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in risk management, business continuity, workplace safety, compliance or related fields. Experience in the education or childcare sector would be an advantage.
• Working knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management, Business Continuity Management, Workplace Safety & Health and Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) requirements.
• Good organisational, analytical and project coordination skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.