Description

• Develop, implement and continuously improve the BCM Program for ADNOC Distribution to ensure it is fit-for-purpose and complies with UAE law, regulations as well as national and international Standards for BCM including NCEMA 7000, ISO 22301, and other relevant frameworks.
• Oversee the BCM activities and related activities across ADNOC Distribution, including recovery from natural disasters, cybersecurity incidents, pandemics, and other potential disruptions.
• Ensure an effective BCM governance framework that is consistent with regulatory requirements, NCEMA, ISO 22301 and industry best practices/standards is developed, maintained, and adhered to across the organization.
• Expand BCM framework to cover international operations, ensuring that all global sites adhere to the same high standards of business continuity management.

• Ensure an auditable governance framework is consistent with applicable regulatory requirements for BCM is developed, maintained, and adhered to across the company. This includes regular reviews and updates to ensure compliance with evolving standards and regulations. Expand this framework to cover international operations, ensuring that all global sites adhere to the same high standards of business continuity management.
• Readiness and preparedness of ADNOC Distribution to respond of unexpected disruptions to normal business activities of the organization within UAE and abroad. Develop and implement comprehensive response strategies for various scenarios, including natural disasters, cyber incidents, and geopolitical events. Tailor these strategies to address the unique challenges and regulatory environments of international markets, ensuring that all global operations can maintain continuity in the face of disruptions.
• Work with business continuity coordinators within each business unit to ensure plans incorporate elements needed for successful business resumption. Facilitate regular training and simulation exercises to ensure readiness. Extend these efforts to international locations, providing specialized training and resources to ensure that all relevant teams are prepared to respond effectively to emergencies.
• Conduct in depth analysis of Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and Conduct Business Continuity Risk Assessment
• Develop and maintain the BCM Strategy, Policy, BCM Framework,
• Assist business areas in the development of Emergency and BC and DR plans. Conducts periodic BCM compliance inspections and recommend corrective actions.
• Advise management on BCM good practice and response actions for key continuity risks.
• Conduct unplanned studies for senior management on strategic BCM concerns and issues.
• Develop and maintain Business Continuity plans and procedures.
• Conduct annual review and evaluation of BCM plans.
• Perform test/exercise of Business Continuity Plans
• Inspect the effectiveness of BCM controls and initiate improvements.
• Monitor and follow-up BCM corrective actions.
• Develop BCM programs that provide the business process resilience for the company. This includes, but not limited to the following activities and training on Standard Operating Procedures for: 1. Senior Leadership Awareness & 2. Operation Management Training

• Bachelor of Business Administration, Engineering or similar discipline, MBA is advantage
• Industry certification and training in related areas of Business Continuity, Risk Management, Project Management, Crisis Management, e.g.
• 8 years' experience with 3-5 years of experience in BCM, preferably in Oil & Gas or a related industry with exposure to executing BCM plans, and experience of actual involvement in industrial disaster recover incidence.
• Proven track record of effectively assessing needs and leading cross-functionally to deliver and complete projects on time or ahead of schedule.
• Training and presentation skills.
• Fluency in English and Arabic, both verbal and written.
• Prior experience in the Technology, Financial, Oil & Gas sector in business continuity role.
• Knowledge of International BCM standards and best practices.
• Enhanced Knowledge of internal business processes, standards, policies and procedures.

• PMP
• MBCI
• ISO 22301 Lead Auditor