Job Description
Location: Houghton, Gauteng
Salary (ZAR): R490 p/h for 40 hours per month
Employment Type: Contract
A well-established organisation operating in the non-profit sector is seeking an experienced and suitably qualified Company Secretary to join its executive team.
Role Overview
The Company Secretary is responsible for ensuring sound corporate governance, statutory compliance, and Board effectiveness in line with the Companies Act, Non-Profit Organisation (NPO) Act, King IV principles, and internal governance frameworks.
The role serves as a key governance advisor to the Board and its Committees, providing independent guidance on directors’ duties, compliance obligations, ethical conduct, and governance best practice, while ensuring the integrity and maintenance of all statutory and corporate records.
Key Outputs
Governance & Board Advisory
· Provide guidance to Directors on their fiduciary duties, responsibilities, and powers in terms of the Companies Act and King IV
· Act as a trusted governance advisor to the Board, Chairperson, Committees, and Non-Executive Directors
· Support Director induction, orientation, and ongoing governance training
Statutory & Regulatory Compliance
· Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, MOI, NPO Act, and applicable governance codes
· Monitor legislative and regulatory changes and advise the Board accordingly
· Report to the Board on any governance or compliance failures
Board & Committee Administration
Convene and administer Board and Committee meetings, including preparation of agendas, Board packs, notices, and minutes
Ensure accurate recording, safekeeping, and circulation of minutes and resolutions
Assist the Chair and Committees with annual work plans
Safeguard confidential information and Board documentation
Company Records & Filings
Maintain statutory registers (Directors, Officers, and related records)
Ensure timely filing of annual returns and statutory submissions with CIPC
Safeguard the organisation’s MOI, incorporation documents, contracts, and governance records
Governance Frameworks & Ethics
Develop, review, and maintain governance policies, charters, and frameworks
Support ethical governance, conflict-of-interest management, and risk oversight
Promote a culture of sound governance and accountability across the organisation
Minimum Requirements
LLB / BCom Law / BA (Law) / B Juris or equivalent legal qualification
Registration with a recognised professional body for Chartered Secretaries
Minimum 8 years’ experience in a Company Secretary or senior governance role
Strong working knowledge of the Companies Act, King IV, and statutory governance requirements
Skills & Competencies
Advanced corporate governance and statutory compliance expertise
Strong judgement, independence, and professional integrity
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to influence and engage at Board and Executive level
High attention to detail and confidentiality
Strong organisational, documentation, and minute-taking capability
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