National Sports Union is looking for a Company Secretary Officer to join their Legal and Compliance team in the northern suburbs of Cape Town.1.                       Job Particulars:Job Title:  Company Secretary OfficerDepartment:  Legal Direct Reports: None Travel Required: No Reports to: Head of Legal and ComplianceJob Grade:  C52.  Purpose of Job:To ensure the implementation and maintenance of sound corporate governance practice in line with the requirements of King IV, and to provide repository / filing / governance, knowledge, and advice.3.  Key Results/ Accountabilities expected from jobTo attend, draft, record the minutes and resolutions relating to the General Council, Executive Council, and its Sub Committees;Responsible for ensuring the proper compilation and timely circulation of board papers (packs) and to assist the Chairperson of the board and sub-committees with drafting of yearly calendars;To obtain timely, appropriate responses and feedback to specific agenda items and matters arising from previous meetings in board and sub-committee deliberations;To ensure that constitutional matters are tabled, and deadlines are adhered to;To raise matters that may warrant the attention of the board;Ensuring resolutions are recorded and approved through the system in line with the Board and its Sub-Committee’s terms of references;To assist the board with the yearly evaluation, its individual members and relevant senior Management;Ensuring proper Governance record keeping in respect of the Board resolutions;Ensuring minutes are prepared within 14 days of statutory meetings (General Council x4/ annum; EXCO x8/annum; Fincom x10/annum);Provide Governance and guidelines to Board and its Sub-Committees.Providing members of the board, collectively and individually, with guidance as to their duties, responsibilities, and powers;Making the Board aware of any law relevant to or affecting the organization. Reporting to the board any failure on its part to comply with its Constitution or Regulations relating to Governance and policies and procedures;To assist in the Induction and Orientation of the Board as to policies, procedures, and specific training needs (when required), in respect of their fiduciary and other governance responsibilities.4.  Experience & Expertise (Typical educational qualifications & experience)a.        Educational backgroundA bachelor’s degree in business Administration, Law, or Finance – EssentialMember of the Institute of Directors or Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa (CGISA) - Desirableb.       Experience (years and nature)5-7 years relevant experience in Corporate Governance, Management, and Administration -Essential5.  Critical CompetenciesA comprehensive understanding of company law and regulations, including financial, legal, and corporate governance practices - Essential.Strong ability to work effectively with board members, senior management, and other stakeholders - Essential.Excellent Time management skills -Essential.Detail orientated -Essential.Excellent drafting and writing skills -Essential.Good interpersonal skills -Essential.High level of confidentiality -Essential.Membership in a professional organization -Desirable.Strong financial management skills -Desirable.Flexibility -Desirable.