Senior Corporate Services & Compliance Officer at TAF Africa

Job Summary

• The Senior Corporate Services & Compliance Officer oversees all legal and compliance affairs of the organisation.
• The jobholder ensures consistent adherence to all organisational policies and processes; manages all IT, communications, documentation, branding, and public relations of the organisation.
• The job also entails providing strategic planning, operational support, as well as staff training and development. The jobholder is responsible for adequately communicating policies and procedures, sharing best practices, and promoting teamwork within the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for: Legal services, IT, Communications, & Documentation
• Manage the organisation’s legal portfolio, instruments, and compliance.
• Oversee the formulation and consistent implementation of organisational policies, strategies, plans, and processes to align with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Oversee all communications, IT, branding, and public relations.
• Coordinate all functions within the organisation, including maintaining a positive organisational culture, staff recruitment, welfare, continuous training and development, performance appraisal, staff discipline, exit procedures, etc.
• Represent the organisation on internal and external matters, including negotiations, seminars, public hearings, and other events.
• Conduct regular compliance audits to identify and address potential issues.
• Provide guidance on corporate governance matters.
• Facilitate and support board meetings, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
• Maintain corporate records and documentation.
• Collaborate with legal counsel on various legal matters affecting the organisation.
• Review and draft contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for compliance-related inquiries.
• Oversee vendor relationships and other corporate services.
• Perform any other duties assigned.

Jobholder Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Experience)

• Minimum of a Law degree
• At least 5 years of work experience in a similar role, preferably in the development sector
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Outstanding organisational and interpersonal skills
• Strong ICT skills
• Proven leadership skills and ability to multi-task
• Impeccable attention to detail
• Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.