Amjad Sokari
Amman,Jordan
Summary
Strategic professional specialising in operational risk management, regulatory compliance, and governance. Excels in business continuity planning and impact analysis, ensuring quality assurance. Experienced in report development and data analysis, utilising research skills to support informed decision-making. Strong attention to detail and proficient in MS Office tools to enhance productivity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Risk & BCM Officer
Abu Sheikha Exchange
Amman
2026.01 - 2026.06
- Recruited to support the establishment and enhancement of risk management practices across the organization.
- Led the development of department-level risk files to strengthen risk identification, documentation, and governance.
- Developed and maintained risk registers for key departments to support structured risk assessment and monitoring.
- Followed up on incidents and risk events to ensure timely escalation, tracking, and corrective action.
- Supported Business Continuity Plan (BCP) activities to enhance operational resilience and continuity readiness.
- Led and facilitated RCSA workshops to assess departmental risks, evaluate control effectiveness, and identify required mitigation actions.
- Engaged process owners and department representatives in structured risk discussions to enhance risk ownership and governance maturity.
- Consolidated RCSA findings into risk registers, action trackers, and management reports to support governance and decision-making.
- Supported governance enhancement initiatives by improving risk reporting, accountability structures, and follow-up on control and process gaps.
- Contributed to building a more disciplined governance environment through structured risk assessments, escalation practices, and control review mechanisms.
Operational Risk & Business Continuity Analyst
Bank of Jordan
Amman
2024.09 - 2026.01
- Conducted operational risk assessments across departments to identify key risk exposures and evaluate control effectiveness.
- Facilitated Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) workshops with business units to assess process-level risks and control gaps.
- Monitored Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and escalated significant risk trends and threshold breaches to management.
- Tracked operational risk incidents and facilitated root cause analysis to reinforce controls and minimise recurrence.
- Developed and maintained risk registers, enhancing risk visibility and strengthening governance practices.
- Prepared periodic risk reports and dashboards to support management oversight and decision-making.
- Reviewed internal processes and controls to identify weaknesses and recommend effective mitigation actions.
- Assisted in implementation of Business Continuity Management framework to ensure organisational resilience.
- Conducted Business Impact Analysis (BIA) for critical departments.
- Reviewed and updating Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Plans (DRP).
- Coordinated continuity and disaster recovery testing exercises.
- Tracked corrective actions and incident remediation plans. Coordinated with business and control functions to improve adherence to internal policies, procedures, and risk framework requirements.
- Contributed to enhancing the overall control environment through risk documentation, follow-up actions, and governance support.
CIB & Risk Capacity Building
Bank of Jordan
Amman
2024.09 - 2024.12
- Gained practical exposure in Corporate, Risk, and Financial Institutions departments.
- Supported process alignment with strategic objectives through cross-functional collaboration.
- Contributed to fostering a sustainable risk culture and enhancing team efficiency.
Teller
Jordan Ahli Bank
Amman
2023.05 - 2024.09
- Opened new accounts and explained banking products, delivering exceptional customer service to enhance client satisfaction.
- Processed deposits, withdrawals, and payments accurately, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Investigated and escalated suspicious activities to uphold regulatory integrity.
- Maintained updated knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance policies.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Economics
Hashemite University
JordanSkills
- Operational Risk Management
- Risk Assessment
- Compliance governance
- Continuity planning
- Impact analysis
- Quality Assurance & Control
- Report development
- Quality Assurance & Control
- Research and Analytical Skills
- MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Professional Diploma in Compliance & Anti-Money Laundering
- Governance, Risk, and Compliance Professional (GRCP)
- Governance, Risk, and Compliance Auditing (GRCA)
- Basics of Financial Analysis - Institute of Banking Studies
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) - Candidate
Languages
Arabic: Native
Fluent
English: Professional Working Proficiency
Advanced
Timeline
Risk & BCM Officer
Abu Sheikha Exchange
2026.01 - 2026.06
Operational Risk & Business Continuity Analyst
Bank of Jordan
2024.09 - 2026.01
CIB & Risk Capacity Building
Bank of Jordan
2024.09 - 2024.12
Teller
Jordan Ahli Bank
2023.05 - 2024.09
Bachelor's Degree - Economics
Hashemite University