Assistant Company Secretary II Jobs

Job Opportunity: Assistant Company Secretary II

Organization: Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA)

A government-owned development finance institution driving sustainable socio-economic growth across Africa.

Position Summary:

Provide expert company secretariat services and governance support to the Board and management. Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (Companies Act, King IV Code, PFMA) while maintaining high ethical standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage corporate governance frameworks and Board administration
• Advise Directors on legal responsibilities and governance best practices
• Coordinate Board/Committee meetings and AGM preparations
• Monitor implementation of Board decisions and statutory compliance
• Develop governance training programs for Directors
• Maintain corporate records and regulatory filings

Essential Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Law/Finance/Commerce (LLB or legal qualification preferred)
• 7-8 years’ company secretariat experience
• Expert knowledge of:
  – Companies Act
  – King IV Corporate Governance
  – Public Finance Management Act
• Proven experience advising executive teams and boards

Preferred Skills:

• State-owned entity experience
• Financial sector background
• Advanced stakeholder management
• Strategic reporting capabilities

Application Process:

Submit applications through the DBSA careers portal
Application Deadline: 27 August 2025

Note: No application fees required. DBSA promotes equitable recruitment practices.