About the job
Position Overview:
EDECS is seeking a Risk Management Team Leader responsible for leading and supervising the Risk Management team in executing the Risk Management Framework and the approved Annual Risk Management Plan. The role ensures that organizational risks are identified, assessed, monitored, and managed within acceptable limits, while supporting the Risk Management Manager in strengthening risk governance, business continuity, and risk reporting across the organization.
Responsibilities:
Risk Assessment & Team Management:
- Lead, plan, and allocate risk assessment activities across functions, projects, and operating departments in line with the approved methodology and annual plan.
- Monitor team progress and deadlines, escalating delays or issues to the Risk Management Manager.
- Review and approve workpapers, risk registers, Risk and Control Matrices (RCMs), walkthrough documentation, and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with approved methodologies.
- Conduct and lead detailed risk assessments and walkthroughs, challenge risk and control ratings, and agree on action plans with risk owners.
Risk Appetite & Monitoring:
- Lead the preparation, periodic review, and update of the Risk Appetite Statement, including proposing risk appetite limits and tolerances.
- Monitor adherence to established risk appetite limits and tolerances.
- Monitor key risks, Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), and action plans for high-rated risks.
- Prepare and consolidate risk registers, risk matrices, dashboards, and special-purpose reports for management.
Business Continuity Management:
- Lead Business Impact Analysis (BIA) activities to identify critical business functions.
- Oversee the development, periodic update, and testing of Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) in coordination with department heads and risk coordinators.
External Audit & Issue Resolution:
- Lead the resolution of external audit issues by coordinating management responses and supporting evidence.
- Clarify risk and control positions with external auditors and resolve disagreements between auditors and departments.
- Follow up on the closure of audit observations and outstanding issues.
Stakeholder Coordination & Risk Awareness:
- Act as the main point of contact for department risk coordinators, guiding them on risk register and RCM updates.
- Follow up on submissions and conduct risk awareness sessions and training.
- Coordinate with Internal Audit, Ethics & Compliance, QC&QA, and Health & Safety to align control testing, avoid duplication, and share risk information.
Team Development & Continuous Improvement:
- Coach, train, and evaluate team members, identify development needs, and contribute to annual performance appraisals.
- Participate in reviewing contracts and agreements from a risk management perspective.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of risk management procedures, templates, and tools.
Ad Hoc Assignments:
- Lead and execute special projects and assignments as directed by the Risk Management Manager, including data analysis, documentation reviews, and interviews.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or another relevant field.
- Minimum 7–10 years of experience in risk management, internal audit, or a related discipline, including at least 2 years of team supervision or leadership experience.
- Mandatory completion of Risk Management courses.
- Professional certifications such as ISO 31000, ISO 22301, CRMA, or CERM are preferred.
- Advanced English language proficiency.
- Proficiency in ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and Visio.
- Strong leadership and people management, coaching, conflict resolution, time management, organizational, logical thinking, attention to detail, analytical thinking, problem-solving, multitasking, negotiation, influencing, and communication skills.
- High levels of integrity and commitment to confidentiality.
About EDECS:
EDECS is a leading organization with 30 years of experience in marine constructions, infrastructure, earthworks, and transportation projects in Egypt and Saudi Arabia, employing more than 2,000 employees. The organization provides innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions for a wide range of projects, delivering excellence and meeting the highest standards of quality, safety, and sustainability.
The organization has a strong presence in logistics projects, including high-speed and light-speed railways, railway stations, and commercial and administrative buildings. The organization also has extensive experience in earthworks, water irrigation, and yacht marinas. EDECS is a trusted partner for employers seeking to make a positive impact on the communities they serve.
