Board Secretary REFERENCE NUMBER: ADAHRM03/09/2026

Agribusiness Development Agency; Idaho; On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Agribusiness Development Agency invites applications for a Board Secretary to provide essential support to the Board of Trustees. The role centers on secretarial duties, governance compliance, and accurate records management, ensuring effective governance processes for the organization.

The ideal candidate will have a law degree, post-admission attorney experience, and strong leadership in a board setting. The appointment is a fixed-term contract with a focus on governance excellence.

Qualifications

• A relevant Law degree is required.
• A Chartered Institute of Secretaries qualification will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years experience after admission as an attorney, with at least 3 years in a management role.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all Board and Committee meetings.
• Provide secretarial and administrative support to the Board and its Committees.
• Promote sound Corporate Governance.
• Maintain accurate records management.
• Manage the budget allocated to the Board.

Skills

Integrity

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Governance knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

Law degree

Chattered Institute of Secretaries qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Board Secretary ADAHRM03/09/2026

Location: 5 Cascades Crescent, Pietermaritzburg

Grade/Salary: L13 (Fixed Term Contract)

Employment Type: 3 Year Fixed Term Contract

Reporting Officer: The Board of Trustees

Unit: The Board of Trustees

Closing Date: 08 October 2026

Minimum requirements

• The position requires the incumbent to have a relevant Law degree.
• Chartered Institute of Secretaries qualification will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience after admission as an attorney. A minimum of 3 years’ experience at management level.
• Knowledge of legal prescripts (Companies Act, PFMA, King Reports on Corporate Governance,etc.).
• The position requires that the incumbent must have experience in providing the necessary support and guidance to the Board, Board Committees and the Chief Executive Officer as to their rights, duties and powers.
• The incumbent should have experience in interpreting and commenting on relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
• Must have a valid driver’s licence, code 8 (EB) and be in a position to drive such a vehicle.
• Computer skills are essential (Microsoft etc.).
• Experience in people management will be an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Effective coordination and management of all Board and Committee meetings.
• Secretarial and administrative support to the Board and its Committees.
• Promotion of sound Corporate Governance.
• Accurate records management.
• Managing the budget allocated to the Board

Competencies

• Integrity, loyalty and discrete
• Teamwork and service orientation
• Self-motivated and self -starter
• Accuracy and attention to details
• Knowledge of corporate governance and compliance

Note

• All applicants are subject to the signing of a performance agreement.
• ADA reserves the right not to appoint any applicant to the above position.
• Preference will be given to members of designated groups
• Females and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Mr. S.L. Gumbi Date

Board Chairperson