Board Secretary at Afram Rural Bank LTD

Job Purpose

To ensure that the bank and its directors operate in compliance with applicable law and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the board in complying with the constitution of the bank and any relevant enactments
• Provide administrative support for the Board by ensuring that minutes of meetings of shareholders, committees, and directors are properly recorded in the form required by Act 992
• Maintain all statutory registers, books, and records of the bank
• Ensure that the annual financial statements of the bank are dispatched to entitled persons as required by Act 992
• Ensure that all statutory forms, returns, and documents are duly completed and filed with the registrar
• Provide the board with guidance on their duties, responsibilities, and powers, and on changes and developments in laws affecting the operations of the bank
• Ensure that board constitution and policies are in place and properly implemented

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Company Law, Business Administration, or Management
• A Master's Degree in Accounting or Finance (advantageous)
• Qualified member in good standing of at least one of the following professional bodies: ICSA, ICAG, CIB, or ACCA
• Legal practitioner who has been called to the bar
• Minimum 3 years of proven experience as a Board Secretary or Company Secretary

Required Competencies and Skills

• High level of integrity and diplomacy
• Strong understanding of Ghana's laws and legal responsibilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent leadership and managerial skills
• Strong team collaboration abilities

Employment Details

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Accra, Ghana