Governance Specialist

You will be responsible for ensuring that Safaricom Plc and its subsidiaries maintain high standards of corporate governance. You will perform all secretariat functions outlined in the Companies Act and NSE Listings requirements, and prepare for all Board and Committee meetings.

• Minimum of 7 years' experience (post completion of CPS course) in a busy corporate and/or certified secretarial practice environment.

• A Bachelor of Arts, Business Management, Science, Commerce, Business Administration or a similar degree from an accredited University

• Certified Public Secretary CPS (K) registered with the Institute of Certified Secretary and a holder of a current practicing certificate.

• Accredited governance auditor with ICPSK will be an added advantage.

• A solid understanding of Corporate Governance best practice, and experience of applying this understanding pragmatically in support of boards and committees within diverse members.

• Experience in interacting with senior Board and Committee members.

• Experience in planning/ organizing for committee, board, general meetings, engaging with the various stakeholders in the process and attending meetings and preparation of the minutes thereof with minimal supervision and preparation for board trainings.

• Thorough knowledge of the NSE Listing Requirements, Companies Act and the Codes of Corporate Governance.

• Experience in analysing a company's constitutive document including the Memorandum and Articles of Association and advising on any potential amendments to Articles of Association.

• Experience in advising and dealing with registration of entities, increase of capital, transfer of shares, change of directors, mergers, acquisitions and restructuring of companies, drafting appropriate documentation and corporate filings.

• Experience in handling governance work including drafting of Board Charters and other Board governance document including terms of reference for committee. Annual work plans, undertaking, or supporting governance audits, Board training work, undertaking, or supporting Board evaluations.

• Experience in working with public listed entities is an added advantage.