Corporation Secretary at Sports Kenya

An officer at this level will be responsible to the Board through the Director General for all legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise the Board on matters of governance;
• Facilitate the Board in updating the Board’s charters, evaluation, work plans, governance audits and ensure implementation of the Code of Conduct and Ethics;
• Ensure timely preparation, circulation of Board agendas and minutes;
• Ensure correct interpretation of all relevant laws affecting the organization;
• Be the custodian of the seal of the organization;
• Maintain and update the register of conflicts of interest;
• Facilitate effective communication between the organization and stakeholders; and
• Ensure that annual returns are promptly filed with the relevant authorities; and
• Ensure that the Board is facilitated in interpretation of the relevant legislations that affect the organization.

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade an officer must have: –

• At least five (5) years’ work experience in legal matters at policy level in a reputable organization;
• Masters Degree in Law preferable or CPS/CS (K) or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Bachelors of Laws degree from a recognized university;
• Diploma in Legal Studies from the Kenya School of Law;
• Certificate of Admission as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Certificate in Computer skills; and
• Demonstrate management experience and professional competence in work performance and results.