Senior business continuity officer.Business Continuity Department

Opportunity Description

The Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) is seeking a Business Continuity Specialist to support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Commission’s business continuity and disaster recovery frameworks. This role is critical to ensuring operational resilience and supporting preparedness across SCFHS departments.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in business continuity planning, risk assessment, and crisis response, with strong analytical and communication skills. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to national healthcare resilience while working within a dynamic regulatory environment.

Skills & Requirements
Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Emergency Management, or related field.
• Minimum 2–4 years of relevant experience in business continuity, emergency preparedness, or risk management.
• Prior experience in a government, healthcare, or regulatory organization is a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Working knowledge of business continuity standards and practices, including ISO 22301.
• Familiarity with risk assessments, BIAs, and recovery planning processes.
• Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of BCM software tools is an advantage.
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  Soft Skills:
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal and communication abilities, with a collaborative work style.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks.

Preferred Certifications:

• ISO 22301 Foundation or Implementer
• CBCI, CBCP, or equivalent certification is a plus
• Basic project management training is desirable