Company Secretary at Eldoret Water and Sanitation Company Limited (ELDOWAS)

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic Company Secretary to join our expanding team at Eldoret Water and Sanitation Company Limited (ELDOWAS). In this pivotal position, you will go beyond administrative duties to play an active role in facilitating key organizational decisions and ensuring effective governance.

Managerial Roles and Responsibilities

• Prepare, organize, and maintain documentation relating to company registration, annual reports, notices, and minutes for Board of Directors and shareholders' meetings
• Manage Board of Directors and shareholders' meetings in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, and relevant legislation
• Provide expert advice on company operations and Board governance in compliance with the Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association, Securities and Exchange Act, Public Limited Company Act, and other relevant laws
• Serve as the primary point of contact for directors, executives, and shareholders
• Coordinate and monitor implementation of Board and shareholders' resolutions
• Prepare draft agenda notes and documentation for Board meetings, Committee meetings, and Board reports with consideration to company law requirements
• Issue formal notices for Board meetings, Committee meetings, and Annual General Meetings in accordance with the Companies Act
• Draft resolutions in compliance with the Companies Act and applicable regulations
• Prepare minutes for Board meetings, Committee meetings, and Annual General Meetings
• Provide expert advisory services to the Board regarding current legislation, corporate governance best practices, directors' roles, ethical standards, board reporting obligations, and proper meeting procedures
• Prepare, review, and update Board and Committee charters, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and alignment with emerging governance standards
• Advise the organization on legal aspects of day-to-day administrative matters and provide legal opinions on industrial development issues
• Represent the organization in legal matters requiring formal address and claims management

Location

Eldoret, Kenya