COMPANY SECRETARY/ HEAD OF ADMINISTRATION - UGANDA REINSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED

Job title: COMPANY SECRETARY/ HEAD OF ADMINISTRATION

UGANDA REINSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Min. years of experience: 7 years
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: May 17, 2013 - 5pm
JOB PURPOSE
• To support the Board of Directors in the execution of their oversight over the management of Uganda Re.
• To give regular direction to the Legal and Compliance function/operations of Uganda Re.
• Overall in- charge of Human Resource and Administration requirements of the company.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Company Secretarial Responsibilities;
• Develop and promote best Corporate Governance practices for adoption and implementation by the Board and Management.
• Provide effective company secretarial services to the Board.
• Providing cost effective legal and compliance advisory services to Board and Management.
• Ensure compliance with the regulatory regime governing the operations of Uganda Re, including submitting all periodic reports required by the Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda.
• Maintain an accurate and safe electronic record of all Uganda Re‘s Assets and securities.
• Provide technical legal support to business and
Operations divisions and ensure timely provision of legal due diligence to achieve set targets.
• Effectively manage, source and monitor external legal services and ensure effective representation in the Courts of Law.
HR & Admin Responsibilities
• Develop and implement policies and strategies for staffing in the Company; staff performance management; HR & Admin goals and strategic objectives;
• Develop HR Plans including – reports on staffing issues and changes including succession plans;
• Prepare and follow budgets for HR & Admin operations; Design and oversee admin systems including in-coming and out-going company mail / registry; Design and manage procurement
of items required by the Company; Design and oversee guest and staff welfare processes; Design and oversee operation of the Company calendar; Design and oversee implementation of the Company’s image and branding;
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Chief Executive Officer
Person Specifications:
• A minimum of a Bachelors of Law (Honors) Degree
• Postgraduate diploma in Legal Practice
• LLM, MBA, ICSA will be added advantage
• Technical and professional knowledge and practice of insurance essential.
• A minimum of 7 years experience with 3-5 in a senior managerial position in a reputable insurance or similar financial entity or umbrella trade organization in the private sector.
• Demonstrate experience in Company secretarial practices and corporate governance
• Sound understanding of the Insurance environment within and outside Uganda
• Applicants should be in the range of 29 -45 years of age.
Duration of appointment:
A 3 year renewable Contract subject to a probationary period.
Contact/How to apply:
Candidates interested in the above positions and meet the above requirements should submit
applications to the company by attaching a detailed CV with personal details of e-mail, telephone, current remuneration and three referees by Friday 17th May 2013 to;
The Chairman Board of Directors,
Uganda Reinsurance Company Ltd,
P.O. Box 8912
Plot 24A, Acacia Avenue, Kololo
Kampala
• Originals of certificates and transcripts should be produced during the interview.
• Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED