x2 GOVERNANCE OFFICER RESOURCES (3 MONTHS) -IMMEDIATE START

Thusa Batho Labour Solutions; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Governance Officer responsible for managing Board and Committee administration within a three-month tenure. The role requires sound governance knowledge, document management skills, and the ability to liaise with stakeholders effectively. Candidates should have a relevant degree and substantial experience in a compliant environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields required.
• 3-5 years’ experience in governance or compliance roles.
• Knowledge of PFMA and King IV Report on Corporate Governance.

Responsibilities

• Manage Board and Committee administration and monitor statutory compliance.
• Assist in preparing agendas, minutes, and governance documentation.
• Coordinate meeting logistics and follow-up on action items.

Skills

Governance

Compliance

Legal knowledge

Document management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Law, Governance, or Compliance Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Governance Officer to provide the specified services for a duration of three (3) months within the Company Secretariat team.
Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Company Secretary by managing Board and Committee administration, monitoring statutory compliance, coordinating declarations of interest, and assisting with policy reviews and regulatory submissions
  
• Assist in preparing agendas, packs, and minutes
  
• Coordinate meeting logistics and invitations
  
• Ensure timely follow-up on action items and resolutions
  
• Maintain up-to-date statutory registers (conflicts of interest, declarations, attendance)
  
• Assist with compliance tracking and reporting processes
  
• Assist in the review and formatting of governance-related policies and frameworks
  
• Maintain version control and repository of all approved policies and charters
  
• File and organise governance documents in accordance with POPIA and internal protocols
  
• Ensure secure, audit-ready documentation handling
  
• Communicate with Executives regarding Board requirements and deadlines
  
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure timely document submissions
  
  
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields: Public Administration, Business Administration, Law (LLB), Governance, or Compliance Management
  
• At least 3–5 years’ experience in a governance, compliance, legal, or board secretariat environment, preferably in a public entity, regulator, or Schedule 3A institution
  
• Sound knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, and applicable government prescripts
  
• Working knowledge of the King IV Report on Corporate Governance, including principles related to Board composition, ethics, performance, and accountability
  
• Experience in preparing Board and Committee documentation, including meeting agendas, packs, minutes, registers, and follow-up resolutions
  
• Familiarity with the functioning of Board and Executive Committees in a regulated or governance-heavy institution
  
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for reporting, document tracking, and records management