Company Secretary / Corporate Governance Specialist, Pietermaritzburg

Thusa Batho Labour Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a reputable public sector client for the appointment of a suitably qualified and experienced Company Secretary and Corporate Governance Specialist on a fixed-term contract basis for a period of twelve (12) months.

The successful candidate will provide company secretarial, governance advisory, statutory compliance, and Board administration support to the Accounting Authority (Board), Board Committees, and Executive Management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Board and Committee Administration

Coordinate and administer all Board, committee, and ad hoc meetings.

Prepare and distribute agendas, notices, meeting packs, and supporting documentation.

Attend meetings and accurately record minutes, resolutions, and action items.

Maintain Board and committee calendars and annual work plans.

Manage declarations of interest and conflicts of interest registers.

Ensure compliance with governance protocols, quorum requirements, and meeting procedures.

Corporate Governance and Compliance

Ensure compliance with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, and applicable governance legislation.

Maintain statutory registers and governance records.

Monitor legislative and governance developments and advise management and the Board accordingly.

Review and update governance policies, Board Charters, committee terms of reference, and delegation frameworks.

Support the preparation of governance reports for inclusion in the Annual Report.

Facilitate Board and committee performance assessments.

Advisory and Board Support

Provide governance advice to the Chairperson, Board members, and Executive Management.

Coordinate induction and ongoing development programmes for Board members.

Prepare orientation and governance information packs for newly appointed Board members.

Support governance capacity-building initiatives.

Reporting

Present progress reports to Executive Management at agreed intervals.

Prepare and submit governance documentation, registers, and final deliverables upon completion of the assignment.

Applicants must possess:

- A relevant qualification in Corporate Governance, Company Law, Commerce, Business Administration, Chartered Accountancy, or Chartered Secretarial Practice.

- An LLB, admission as an Attorney, or postgraduate qualification will be advantageous.

- Membership with or qualification recognised by the Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa (CGISA/ICSA) will be advantageous.

- Proven experience in company secretarial services and corporate governance within the public sector or state-owned entity environment.

- Sound knowledge of:

- The appointment will be for a fixed-term period of twelve (12) months.

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

A comprehensive CV

Certified copies of qualifications

Proof of professional membership(s) where applicable

Contactable references

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Late applications will not be considered.

This opportunity offers the successful candidate exposure to a dynamic and professional working environment with the opportunity to contribute to high-level corporate governance and Board administration functions. The role provides valuable experience within a fast-paced governance and compliance environment while working closely with executive leadership and key stakeholders. Candidates will benefit from professional growth and development opportunities, collaborative team engagement, and valuable exposure within a 12-month contract arrangement.