Board Secretary at Agribusiness Development Agency

Minimum requirements

• The position requires the incumbent to have a relevant Law degree.
• Chartered Institute of Secretaries qualification will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience after admission as an attorney. A minimum of 3 years’ experience at management level.
• Knowledge of legal prescripts (Companies Act, PFMA, King Reports on Corporate Governance,etc.).
• The position requires that the incumbent must have experience in providing the necessary support and guidance to the Board, Board Committees and the Chief Executive Officer as to their rights, duties and powers.
• The incumbent should have experience in interpreting and commenting on relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
• Must have a valid driver’s licence, code 8 (EB) and be in a position to drive such a vehicle.
• Computer skills are essential (Microsoft etc.).
• Experience in people management will be an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• To support the Board of Trustees and Chief Executive Officer in the execution of their duties and functions in terms of legislative, good corporate governance and service delivery requirements.

The Board Secretary reports to the Board of Trustees and is expected to report to the Chief Executive Officer administratively:

• Effective coordination and management of all Board and Committee meetings.
• Secretarial and administrative support to the Board and its Committees.
• Promotion of sound Corporate Governance.
• Accurate records management.
• Managing the budget allocated to the Board

Competencies:

• Integrity, loyalty and discrete
• Teamwork and service orientation
• Self-motivated and self -starter
• Accuracy and attention to details
• Knowledge of corporate governance and compliance