About this role
Min. Experience Required:  At least five years' relevant experience.  Experience in an organization with operations relevant to USF. DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Corporate Governance & Compliance: o Lead the development and implementation of corporate governance frameworks in alignment with the Companies Act 2017, SOE (Governance & Operations) Act 2023, and other applicable laws. o Maintain statutory registers and ensure timely filing of all required documentation with regulatory bodies such as SECP, CMU, PCP, and others. o Stay updated on evolving legal frameworks, policies, and regulations, ensuring seamless compliance and operational efficiency. o Establish Norms and Best Practices. Board and Meeting Management: o Organize and manage statutory meetings, including Annual General Meetings (AGMs) and Board of Directors (BOD) meetings, ensuring adherence to legal and organizational protocols. o Prepare and distribute working papers, meeting agendas, and minutes, ensuring accurate documentation and follow-up on action points. o Facilitate effective communication and information flow between the Board and senior management. Advisory and Strategic Alignment: o Provide legal, financial, and strategic advice to the Board of Directors, supporting data-driven and informed decision-making. o Assist the Board in developmental processes, including evaluations, inductions, and training programs. o Arrange orientation sessions for directors, acquainting them with applicable laws, duties, and responsibilities to enhance their governance capabilities. Stakeholder Engagement: o Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering trust and collaboration. o Act as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities and other relevant entities to ensure compliance and represent the organization professionally. Documentation and Reporting: o Oversee the preparation and submission of all regulatory filings and reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. o Safeguard legal documents, corporate records, and the company's statutory registers, ensuring their integrity and confidentiality. Leadership and Development: o Mentor and guide junior staff on corporate compliance and governance matters. o Support management in handling ad hoc tasks, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving expertise. Functional Skills / Knowledge Areas  Strong understanding of corporate laws and regulations.  Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.  High attention to detail with excellent organizational and time-management abilities.  Proficiency in legal and regulatory compliance software/tools is advantageous. Qualification:  a member of a recognized body of professional accountants; or  a member of a recognized body of corporate or chartered secretaries; or  a person holding a master’s degree in business or finance or commerce or law from a university recognized by the Higher Education Commission. Declaration Regarding Conflict of Interest & Verification of Degrees The selected applicant shall be required to submit a declaration on a non- judicial stamp-paper of requisite value as per Schedule-Il of these Guidelines that he is not ineligible for appointment to the relevant position in accordance with the requirements of fitness and propriety and the relevant provisions of the Schedule IV of the SOEs Act and Companies Act,20l7. Location of Job: Islamabad Other Details: Contractual Position and the degree/ educational certificates of the selected candidate will be verified through Higher Education Commission or the relevant Professional Body or Association, within 90 days of his/her appointment.