Senior Management Analyst, Enterprise Risk Management

About the Role

As part of the finance organization, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) is an agency-wide program that enables the proactive identification and management of business risks and strategic risks with the goal of improving overall business performance.  ERM is a major strategic initiative involving every department in the Port Authority.

Responsibilities

• Support ERM Steering Committee (All agency Executives) to identify and address enterprise risks
• Partner with stakeholders throughout the agency to advance the implementation of long-term business strategies
• Collaborate with COO, Planning Department, and Management and Budget Department staff to support ERM integration with annual business and budget planning processes

• Facilitate the identification and assessment of risks throughout the organization; Analyze risk data based on risk management principles
• Develop risk intelligence reports and presentations for the Board of Commissioners, the Executive Director, Chief Financial Officer, the ERM Steering Committee, and senior management
• Establish strong working relationships with staff throughout the agency to identify, assess, and monitor sources of risk and mitigation activities in every department
• Develop expertise in the ERM
• Manage ERM software, conduct one-on-one and group training sessions for department/facility staff

• Propose improvements to the current ERM process
• Increase agency risk awareness
• Develop subject matter expertise through extensive research and benchmarking
• Maintain keen awareness of internal and external contexts in order to identify emerging risks

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Enterprise Risk Management, Business, Finance, Economics, Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science or related field
• Two years of work experience in enterprise risk management, finance, public administration, strategy, audit, communications, operations or other related field .

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited university
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills – ability to foster effective working relations and collaboration with all levels of management and staff
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new skills quickly
• Demonstrated ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Power BI, Tableau)
• Ability to think strategically and act tactically

Selection Process

The application process varies by position, but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s). Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check.

Compensation & Benefits

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package, hybrid work options for many positions, and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

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