Company Secretary & General Manager Legal Services Job GDC

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Job Reference Number: GDC/CS/HRM/CS&LS/01/2025
Terms Of Employment: 5 Year Contract, Renewable Once , subject to Performance
Job Grade: GDC2
Directorate: Company Secretary & Legal Services Directorate
Reporting to: GDC Board of Directors & Managing Director & CEO

Job Summary

The job holder is responsible for assisting the Board in the establishment of Board Committees, facilitation of transport & mileage allowance for the members of the Board, development and monitoring of the Board budget and expenses, facilitation of board evaluations, provision of legal advice and attend to all matters relating to litigations, regulatory, compliance, security documentation, contract management and secretarial services to the Board pursuant to the provisions of Mwongozo Code of Governance for State Corporations 2015 and also as required under the Companies Act.

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Job Specification

Duties and responsibilities will entail: –

• Spearheading guidance and advice on the day-to-day management of the company including compliance with legal, governance and statutory requirements
• Providing technical leadership to teams in the Directorate to enable them to develop, implement and evaluate strategic management plans and budgets aimed at improving performance standards and achievement of organizational goals
• Oversees delivery of effective Board secretariat, legal and insurance services to the company to facilitate achievement of GDC’s strategic objectives
• Provides advice to the Board and Management on compliance with best practice corporate governance, establishes corporate governance framework as prescribed in law, company policies and code of conduct
• Maintains custody of GDC Company Seal and report to the Board on use of the Company Seal
• Spearheading the development of sound insurance and regulatory affairs policies and procedures to ensure the Company complies with applicable regulations, and in tandem with changing government and industry legislation
• Providing Legal Advisory to the Managing Director and the Board of Directors on all relevant aspects of corporate governance, regulations and applicable laws
• Developing a robust and facilitative legal and regulatory framework for enhancing organizational effectiveness and improving the Company’s image
• Providing Board Secretarial Services, including guidance on various legal aspects as may be required, and communicating Board Resolutions to the relevant Directorates for implementation
• Overseeing the formulation, monitoring & evaluation, and implementation of work-plans related to litigation, compliance, contracts and conveyancing matters
• Spearheading the preparation of impeccable Legal documents, opinions and legal interpretations on various matters as required including interpretation of court and arbitral rulings affecting the Company
• Overseeing the smooth implementation of all conveyancing matters to ensure perfection of documentation and securities
• Spearheading the formulation of sound contract management process from tendering to contract preparation, negotiation and execution
• Monitoring developments in relevant law, conduct legal research and participate in outreach programs to strengthen corporate governance and improve the quality-of-service delivery
• Overseeing performance management in the directorate through target settings, performance reviews, business process improvements aimed at improving organizational effectiveness
• Providing technical advice on the legal requirements in the recruitment and selection of staff
• Spearheading review of incidents of violations against organizational policy and regulations; handle disputes and take appropriate action in line with approved policies, procedures and regulations
• Overseeing the preparation of concept papers, board papers, periodic progress reports and annual reports as necessary
• Provide legal advisory and participate in the Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations between Management and the Union
• Convene and ensure the Annual General Meeting is conducted in accordance with the law
• Ensure compliance with GDC’s memorandum and articles of association, all applicable laws, and manages Company’s legal risk
• Safeguarding all Company Contracts and Agreements and protect the Company from contractual risks including representing the company on legal matters

Person Specifications

• A minimum period of fifteen (15) years relevant work experience, five (5) years of which must be in a senior management role
• Master’s degree in law or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized institution
• Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks (cumulative)
• Certified Secretary (K)
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• Membership to relevant professional body – LSK and ICPS (K)
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya

Key Competencies and Skills

• Management
• Good Team player
• Analytical
• Excellent Interpersonal
• Excellent communication
• Excellent Negotiation
• Excellent organization

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How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application by sending the documents stated hereunder strictly through the link jobs.gdc.co.ke not later than 7th May 2025, before  5 pm EAT to the address below:

The Managing Director
Geothermal Development Company Limited
P.O. Box 100746-00101​
Kawi House, South C Bellevue, Popo Lane, Off Red Cross Road
Nairobi Kenya

• Cover Letter expressing their interest to the role
• CVs indicating their experience, education background and professional qualifications
• Certificates and Testimonials
• National Identity Card

Note: Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted