The Governance Officer plays a crucial role in ensuring that the organisation adheres to its governance framework and regulatory requirements. This position involves supporting the development and implementation of governance policies, maintaining accurate records, and facilitating communication between various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong organisational skills, and have a solid understanding of administrative processes.
Duties
- Assist in the development and implementation of governance policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate records of meetings, decisions, and actions taken by the governance body.
- Prepare reports and documentation for governance meetings.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
- Facilitate communication between board members, management, and other stakeholders.
- Support data entry tasks to maintain up-to-date databases.
- Manage office administration tasks including filing, typing, and clerical duties.
- Utilise Quick Books for financial record keeping as required.
- Provide excellent phone etiquette when liaising with internal and external parties.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient office operations using Google Suite.
Skills
- Proficient in office administration and clerical tasks with a keen attention to detail.
- Strong organisational skills to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
- Experience with Quick Books or similar accounting software is advantageous.
- Competent in data entry with a high level of accuracy.
- Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Google Suite applications.
- Ability to type efficiently while maintaining quality of work.
- Strong phone etiquette for professional communication.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
This role is essential for maintaining the integrity of our governance processes while providing support across various administrative functions within the organisation.