Eldoret Water and Sanitation Company Limited Corporation Secretary & Legal Services Manager Jobs in Kenya


Eldoret Water and Sanitation Company Limited Corporation Secretary & Legal Services Manager Jobs in Kenya;Ensure the company remains compliant, supports governance, and maintains strong stakeholder relationships.

Administratively reporting to the Managing Director, manage the legal function of the Company, provide legal advice to the Board and management, oversee litigation, and review contracts to ensure compliance with policies.

Serve as Secretary to the Board and play an active role in facilitating key decisions.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Managerial Roles and Responsibilities

  • Prepare and store documents relating to company registration, annual reports, notices, and minutes for Board and shareholder meetings

  • Handle Board and shareholder meetings in accordance with rules, regulations, and relevant laws

  • Provide advice on company operations and Board functions in line with Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association, Securities and Exchange Act, Public Limited Company Act, and other relevant laws

  • Act as point of contact for directors, executives, and shareholders

  • Coordinate and follow up on operations according to resolutions of directors and shareholders

  • Draft agenda notes, Directors’ Reports, and issue notices for Board, Committee, and Annual General Meetings

  • Draft resolutions and minutes of Board, Committee, and Annual General Meetings

  • Provide expert advice on legislation, corporate governance best practices, ethical standards, board reporting obligations, and meeting procedures

  • Prepare and review Board and Committee charters, policies, and procedures; ensure adherence to governance requirements

  • Advise on legal aspects of administrative matters and provide opinions on industrial development issues

  • Represent the organization in legal matters including claims, defamation, and suits

  • Perform any other duties as assigned

    Key Skills

  • Communication skills

  • Interpersonal skills

  • Organizational skills

  • Listening skills

  • Analytical skills

  • Courageous, patient, and resilient

  • Ability to work under pressure

  • Computer
    literate

  • Excellent knowledge of the State Corporations Act

  • Excellent knowledge of Mwongozo Code of Governance for State Corporations

  • Knowledge of professional standards

    Knowledge and Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from a recognized institution

  • Master’s degree in Law, Social Sciences, MBA, or related course

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law

  • Membership in the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) with current practicing certificate

  • Membership in the Institute of Certified Secretaries (ICSK) in good standing

  • At least 12 years’ relevant experience, 5 of which must be at senior management level

  • Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks

  • Thorough knowledge of the relevant industry/sector and regulatory requirements

  • Ability to plan, organize, implement, and evaluate departmental goals

  • Ability to handle multiple and conflicting priorities under strict deadlines

  • Strong analytical and results‑oriented mindset

  • High standards of integrity and ethical practice

  • Effective team player and leader with management and leadership skills

  • Ability to plan work assignments, prioritize tasks, and deliver on deadlines

  • Effective communicator for both internal and external communication

    How to apply

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