External Board Reviewer

Thusa Batho Labour Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm in Johannesburg is seeking an Executive External Board Reviewer to assess the Board's effectiveness and governance practices. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Board evaluations and corporate governance, especially within the public sector. This full-time role requires the ability to conduct rigorous assessments and provide actionable recommendations. This position offers a unique opportunity to enhance governance practices in an impactful environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate governance in the public sector.
• Proven record in conducting board evaluations.
• Deep knowledge of corporate governance principles.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the effectiveness of the Board and Committees.
• Conduct structured one-on-one interviews with Board members.
• Prepare comprehensive evaluation and peer review reports.

Skills

Experience in conducting Board evaluations

Expertise in corporate governance

Knowledge of governance best practices

Ability to conduct structured interviews

Proven assessment capabilities

Job description

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Our client is seeking to appoint an independent professional service provider to evaluate the effectiveness, performance, and governance practices of their Board of Directors and its Committees.

Objectives

Evaluate the effectiveness of the Board and Committees in fulfilling their mandates and achieving strategic goals.
Assess governance, decision-making, oversight, and risk management practices.
Conduct a peer review of individual Board members' contributions and alignment with governance best practices.
Assess individual Board and Committee members' skills, knowledge, expertise, and fit within the governance structure.
Identify opportunities for member development, training needs, and succession planning.
Recommend enhancements to governance processes and structures to drive effectiveness, accountability, and transparency.

Methodology

Utilise a mixed-methods approach incorporating both quantitative and qualitative tools.
Conduct structured one-on-one interviews with Board members and stakeholders.
Administer peer review surveys to assess individual Board members' engagement and performance.
Use competency-based assessments aligned with DBSA's governance frameworks.
Analyse governance documents and previous performance reviews.

Deliverables

Comprehensive Evaluation Report presenting key findings from assessments of the Board, Committees, and individual members.
Peer Review Report providing detailed feedback and assessments of each Board member's performance.
Gap Analysis Report identifying performance or capability gaps and providing actionable recommendations.
Presentation summarising key findings and recommendations for the Board's review and action.

Requirements

Experience in conducting Board evaluations and directors' assessments with expertise in corporate governance, particularly in the public sector and development finance institutions.
Key technical assessment criteria include a proven record in conducting similar evaluations and deep knowledge of corporate governance principles.

Seniority Level

Executive

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Administrative

Industries

Human Resources Services