Risk Managment Specialist I

United Arab Emirates University, Department of Family Medicine

Job Description

Key Responsibilities: 1. Risk Assessment & Monitoring

• Identify, assess, and monitor strategic and operational risks across all university functions.
• Develop and maintain Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) to track emerging risks.
• Conduct periodic risk reviews and scenario analyses to support decision-making. 2. Risk Reporting & Compliance
• Ensure risk reporting aligns with Bot and UAE government compliance standards.
• Prepare risk dashboards, reports, and presentations for senior leadership and regulatory bodies.
• Support the implementation of internal controls to mitigate risk exposure. 3. Fraud Risk & Business Continuity
• Assist in the Fraud Risk Assessment process and ensure compliance with antifraud policies.
• Develop and update the Business Continuity Plan (BCP) in alignment with NCEMA guidelines.
• Conduct risk training and awareness programs for faculty and staff. 4. Risk Systems & AI-Driven Analytics
• Support the implementation of a Risk Management IT System to automate risk tracking.
• Utilize AI and predictive analytics for risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
  
  

Minimum Qualification

Bachelors in risk management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

Preferred Qualification

Bachelor s or master s degree in risk management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP)

• ISO 31000 Risk Management Certification (Preferred)
  
  

Expected Skills

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), risk governance, or compliance.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 31000, NCEMA, and UAE regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in higher education risk management is an advantage. Skills & Competencies:
• Risk Frameworks & Compliance
• Analytical Thinking
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Business Continuity & Fraud Risk
• Technology & AI Integration