Key Facts

Remote From:

Freelance

Mid-level (2-5 years)

English

Hard Skills

Information Privacy Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Business Continuity Information Systems Security Regulatory Compliance Project Management Customer Relationship Management Risk Management Policy Development Risk Analysis

Other Skills

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Training And Development
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Consulting
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Decision Making
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Collaboration
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Communication
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Analytical Skills
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Leadership
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Social Skills
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Problem Solving

Roles & Responsibilities

Minimum of 4 years of experience in risk management consultancy
Proven expertise in Information Security, Business Continuity, Data Protection and Privacy, and/or Enterprise Risk Management
Relevant certifications such as ISO Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor (highly desirable)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Requirements:

Lead risk management projects for clients, ensuring successful and timely delivery
Provide expert consultancy in Information Security, Business Continuity, Data Protection and Privacy, and Enterprise Risk Management
Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, analyze findings, and develop tailored risk management strategies; assist in policy development and alignment with regulatory requirements
Manage client relationships, deliver training and awareness programs, and collaborate with internal teams for seamless project delivery

Sentinel Africa Consulting

About Sentinel Africa Consulting

Sentinel Africa Consulting Limited is an ISO27001 ISMS Certified, ISO27701 PIMS Certified, Risk Management Consultancy Firm registered with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) Kenya. We are headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya with subsidiaries in Rwanda and Uganda. Our vision is to be the advisor of choice, and we aim to achieve this by obsessively going about making our clients, and partners win. Our view on risk management is two-fold:The protection of value and,The growth of that value.Our Services concentrate on 4 areas of Risk;1. Information Security2. Data Privacy and Protection3. Business Continuity Management4. Enterprise Risk ManagementWe offer this through Advisory(Targeted Implementation), Managed Services(Retainers), and through Training(Public and in-house)As such, we have defined a modus operandi for carrying out our activities - Understand. Tailor. Embed. UnderstandNo two businesses are alike in nature or business. We aim to, first of all, gain a detailed understanding of our client's business ins and outs, internal and external circumstances, and their core DNA. TailorAfter understanding the business and its operating environment we design solutions that best fit the client's needs taking into cognizance the need to not only protect value but also to grow it. EmbedWe truly make you win when we ensure that the change sticks. We make our intervention stick by implementing a cultural change in doses that heal without evincing resistance. Rather than creating a dependency, we ensure you and your staff are self-reliant and cascade the new way of doing business.

Founded: 2018

Company size: 11 - 50

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Job description

This is a remote position.

Our dynamic and rapidly growing risk management consulting firm is seeking experienced and highly skilled External Risk Management Consultants to join our team on a contractual basis. As an External Risk Management Consultant, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality consultancy and advisory services including training, to our diverse clientele in the fields of:

Information Security,
Business Continuity,
Data Protection and Privacy, and
Enterprise Risk Management,

Your responsibilities will include, among others:

Project Leadership: Take on a leadership role in managing and delivering risk management projects for clients, ensuring successful and timely completion.
Consultancy Expertise: Provide expert advice and guidance to clients in the areas of Information Security, Business Continuity, Data Protection and Privacy, and Enterprise Risk Management.
Risk Assessment and Analysis: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, analyse findings, and develop tailored risk management strategies to address client-specific needs.
Policy Development: Assist clients in the development and enhancement of risk management policies, procedures, and frameworks to align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
Client Relationship Management: Cultivate strong relationships with clients, understanding their unique challenges, and offering strategic solutions to enhance their risk management practices.
Training and Awareness: Develop and deliver training sessions and awareness programs to client teams on various risk management topics.
Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with internal teams and fellow consultants to ensure seamless project delivery and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years of experience in risk management consultancy.
Proven expertise in Information Security, Business Continuity, Data Protection and Privacy, and/or Enterprise Risk Management.
Relevant certifications such as relevant ISO Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor are highly desirable.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.