Corporation Secretary & Legal Services Manager

Eldoret Water and Sanitation Co. Ltd is seeking a Corporation Secretary & Legal Services Manager to lead the Legal Services function and support corporate compliance, governance and stakeholder relations. The position reports administratively to the Managing Director, provides legal advice to the Board and management, oversees litigation and contracts, and serves as Secretary to the Board under a five-year contract.

Key Job Information

• Job Title: Corporation Secretary & Legal Services Manager
• Job Grade: 3
• Employer: Eldoret Water and Sanitation Co. Ltd
• Department: Legal Services Department
• Terms of Engagement: 5 Year Contract
• Application Closing Date: 02 October 2026
• Minimum Experience: 12 years of relevant experience

About the Role

The Corporation Secretary & Legal Services Manager is responsible for ensuring that the company maintains appropriate legal and corporate governance standards. The role combines company secretarial responsibilities with legal advisory, Board support, compliance and management duties.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Secretarial and Board Support

• Prepare and maintain documents relating to company registration, annual reports, notices and minutes for Board and shareholders’ meetings.
• Manage and facilitate Board of Directors and shareholders’ meetings in accordance with applicable rules, regulations and laws.
• Advise on the operations of the company and Board in accordance with the Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association and relevant legislation.
• Serve as a point of contact for directors, executives and shareholders.
• Coordinate and follow up on implementation of resolutions made by directors and shareholders.
• Prepare draft agenda notes for the Board and Board Committees, as well as Directors’ Reports, while considering relevant company law requirements.
• Prepare and issue notices for Board meetings, Committee meetings and Annual General Meetings in accordance with the Companies Act.
• Draft resolutions in accordance with the Companies Act and applicable rules.
• Prepare minutes for Board, Committee and Annual General Meetings.

Legal and Governance Advisory

• Provide expert advice to the Board on current legislation, corporate governance best practices, directors’ roles, ethical standards, Board reporting obligations and meeting procedures.
• Prepare and review Board and Committee charters, policies and procedures and monitor adherence to them.
• Advise the organization on legal aspects of day-to-day administrative matters.
• Provide legal opinions and advice on industrial development matters.
• Represent the organization on matters requiring legal attention, including claims, defamation and legal suits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Professional Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized institution.
• Master’s Degree in Law, Social Sciences, MBA or a related course.
• Post Graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.
• Membership of the Law Society of Kenya with a current practicing certificate.
• Membership of the Institute of Certified Secretaries (ICSK) in good standing.
• At least 12 years of relevant experience, including at least five years in a senior management position.
• Completion of a management course lasting not less than four weeks.

Knowledge and Skills

• Thorough knowledge of the relevant industry or sector and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Ability to plan, organize, implement and evaluate departmental goals.
• Ability to manage multiple and conflicting priorities and work under strict deadlines.
• Strong analytical and results-oriented approach.
• High standards of integrity and ethical practice.
• Ability to function effectively as both a team player and team leader.
• Strong management and leadership skills.
• Ability to accurately plan work assignments, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective internal and external communication skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational and listening skills.
• Patience, resilience and ability to work under pressure.
• Computer literacy.
• Excellent knowledge of the State Corporation Act.
• Excellent knowledge of the Mwongozo Code of Governance for State Corporations.
• Knowledge of applicable professional standards.

Required Documents

• Application Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Certified Copies of Certificates and Testimonials

How to Apply

Applications for the Corporation Secretary & Legal Services Manager position should be submitted with the required documents before the stated closing date of 02 October 2026. The vacancy information provided does not specify an application email address, online application portal or physical submission address.