Company Secretary Officer: Legal and Compliance Department: Cape TownThe invitation is for an experienced and well qualified Company Secretary Officer to take responsibility for the implementation and maintenance of sound corporate governance practice in line with the requirements of King IV, and to provide the repository / filing / governance, knowledge, and advice.Your Key Accountabilities will include:To attend, draft, record the minutes and resolutions relating to the General Council, Executive Council, and its Sub Committees.Responsible for ensuring the proper compilation and timely circulation of board papers (packs) and to assist the Chairperson of the board and sub-committees with drafting of yearly calendars.To obtain timely, appropriate responses and feedback to specific agenda items and matters arising from previous meetings in board and sub-committee deliberations.To ensure that constitutional matters are tabled, and deadlines are adhered to.To raise matters that may warrant the attention of the board.Ensuring resolutions are recorded and approved through the system in line with the Board and its Sub-Committee's terms of references.To assist the board with the yearly evaluation, its individual members and relevant senior Management.Ensuring proper Governance record keeping in respect of the Board resolutions.Ensuring minutes are prepared within 14 days of statutory meetings (General Council x4/ annum; EXCO x8/annum; Fincom x10/annum).Provide Governance and guidelines to the Board and its Sub-Committees in line with the requirements of King IV.Providing members of the board, collectively and individually, with guidance as to their duties, responsibilities, and powers.Making the Board aware of any law relevant to or affecting the company.Reporting to the board any failure on its part to comply with its Constitution or Regulations relating to Governance and the company policies and procedures.To assist in the Induction and Orientation of the Board as to the company's policies, procedures, and specific training needs (when required), in respect of their fiduciary and other governance responsibilities.Experience & Expertise (Typical educational qualifications & experience):A bachelor's degree in business administration, Law, or FinanceMember of the Institute of Directors or Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa (CGISA).5-7 years relevant experience in Corporate Governance, Management, and Administration.Critical Competencies:A comprehensive understanding of company law and regulations, including financial, legal, and corporate governance practices.Strong ability to work effectively with board members, senior management, and other stakeholders.Excellent Time management skills l Detail orientated l Excellent drafting and writing l Good interpersonal skills l High level of confidentiality l Membership in a professional organization l Strong financial management skills l Flexibility l
