Company Secretary (Statutory Compliance Governance)

Freelance

Job Type

Junior

Career Level

July 17, 2026

Application Deadline

- Serve as our legally registered Company Secretary in Ghana. - Assist the Board in complying with the organization’s constitution and local statutory requirements. - Coordinate the filing of statutory forms, annual returns, and necessary updates with the Registrar. - Maintain the NGO's official registers, records, and minutes of board meetings. - Act as a reliable point of contact for local regulatory communications.

Responsibilities

Have previously served as a Company Secretary trainee or articled under a qualified Company Secretary for at least three years.

Requirements & Skills

- Residency: Must be ordinarily resident in Ghana. - Identification: Must possess a valid National ID (Ghana Card) if a Ghanaian citizen, or a valid Passport and residence permit if a foreign resident.  - Statutory Qualifications: In strict compliance with Section 211 of Act 992, candidates must meet at least one of the following criteria: Be a barrister or solicitor in good standing in the Republic of Ghana. Be a member in good standing of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana. Be a member in good standing of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators. Hold a professional or tertiary-level degree in a discipline featuring company law practice and administration. Have previously served as a Company Secretary trainee or articled under a qualified Company Secretary for at least three years. - Integrity: Absolute professional integrity, precise record-keeping skills, and a strong commitment to compliance.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

2 years

Minimum Experience