Since 1994, South Africa has been using a multi-agency approach in its border management agenda. In this regard, seven Departments and Agencies, i.e. the Departments of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development; Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment; Health; and Home Affairs; the South African National Defence Force (SANDF); the South African Police S...
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A Bachelor’s degree in Law, Corporate Governance, Business Administration at (NQF Level 7) or related qualification as recognized by SAQA.
Minimum Experience
Minimum of 5 years relevant experience
Responsibilities/Duties
The candidate will be expected to:- Provide secretariat and administrative support to enable the effective functioning of committees: Prepare and circulate meeting notices, agendas, minutes, decision trackers and supporting documents within the prescribed timeframes. Ensure the completeness and accuracy of meeting documentation. Attend and administer committee meetings accurately record proceedings, discussions and decisions. Draft professional and accurate minutes of meetings for review and ensure that approved minutes are signed and properly recorded.
Record committee resolutions and monitor implementation by responsible officials. Maintain official committee records by ensuring that committee documentation is securely stored and accessible. Maintain governance documentation including declarations of interest, confidentiality agreements and attendance records for committee members. Render administrative functions to committees, i.e. preparation and submission of claims; facilitating travel; undertaking procurement related activities related to committee activities.
Ensure that committees operate in accordance with approved Terms of Reference, governance frameworks and applicable legislation: Coordinate governance processes such as committee annual planning; committee member induction and training; committee evaluations; committee disclosures for reporting purposes; and review of terms of reference. Monitor adherence to internal policies and procedures and raise matters of concern where necessary. Advise Management on matters relating to statutory compliance affecting the BMA and governance best practices.
Serve as the primary liaison between committee members, management and relevant internal stakeholders on committee-related matters: Coordinate communication between committees and business units on committee related matters. Maintain professional working relationships with committee members and management. Champion governance best practices within the BMA.