Company Secretary Job at Community Schemes Ombud Service

Job Description

• Provide expert guidance and support to the Board, committees, and Executive Management on governance and legal matters.
• Facilitate Board strategy sessions, efficacy reviews, and ensure effective alignment of Board and Executive functions.
• Ensure statutory compliance and manage legal, governance, and risk frameworks.
• Oversee meeting management, minute-taking, and reporting for shareholders and Board meetings.
• Manage Board member tenure, auditor appointments, and reporting obligations to Parliament and stakeholders.
• Lead litigation matters with external counsel support.
• Develop and maintain business ethics, whistleblowing policies, and company codes of conduct.
• Provide legal advice and risk management inputs on contractual negotiations.
• Coordinate induction for new Board members and maintain statutory records and registers.
• Represent the organisation externally to stay abreast of industry developments.
• Lead and develop the Company Secretariat team to deliver high performance aligned with organisational goals.

Job Requirements

• A minimum NQF level 8 formal qualification in Commerce / Law / Corporate Governance or equivalent.
• Registration as a Chartered Secretary (CIS).
• A Master’s Degree / MBA / MBL or equivalent will be an added advantage A minimum of 7 – 12 years’ experience in Company Secretariat roles at executive level in public sector organisations.
• Extensive experience in rendering corporate governance, risk management, internal controls, legal advisory and relevant company secretarial functions to Governance Structures.
• In-depth knowledge of the Companies Act, King IV Report on Corporate Governance, PFMA, CSOS Act, Treasury Regulations and other relevant legislation.
• Exceptional communication skills; able to build and maintain trust with Board, CEO, and Executive Management.