Corporation Secretary Job at Uganda Railways Corporation (URC) in Kampala

Corporation Secretary Job Opportunity at Uganda Railways Corporation (URC)

Uganda Railways Corporation (URC), the national railway company of Uganda, is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Corporation Secretary to join its executive leadership team in Kampala. This is a senior-level position responsible for providing expert legal counsel, ensuring corporate governance compliance, and managing the corporation's secretarial functions.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Provide strategic legal advice to the Board of Directors, Management, and all departments of URC.
• Ensure full compliance with the Companies Act, URC Act, and all other relevant Ugandan laws and regulations.
• Organise, prepare agendas for, and take minutes of Board and Committee meetings.
• Maintain statutory books, including registers of members, directors, and secretaries.
• Manage the filing of statutory returns with the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) and other regulatory bodies.
• Oversee corporate governance frameworks and ensure best practices are implemented.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts and agreements.
• Liaise with external regulators, advisers, and stakeholders on legal and governance matters.
• Advise on employment law, procurement processes, and risk management.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognised university. A Master's degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field is an added advantage.
• Must be an enrolled Advocate of the High Court of Uganda with a valid practising certificate.
• A Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the Law Development Centre (LDC) or equivalent.
• Certified Public Secretary (CPS) qualification or its equivalent is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of post-qualification experience, with at least 5 years in a senior corporate secretarial or legal advisory role, preferably within a state-owned enterprise or large corporate in Uganda.
• In-depth knowledge of Ugandan corporate, commercial, and regulatory law.
• Proven experience in corporate governance and board administration.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.

What We Offer:

• A competitive executive remuneration package commensurate with experience.
• The opportunity to play a key role in a vital national infrastructure project.
• A challenging and rewarding work environment with career growth prospects.
• Comprehensive benefits as per the URC scheme of service for senior staff.

How to Apply: For the full job description, detailed requirements, and application procedure, interested and qualified candidates are advised to visit the official Uganda Railways Corporation careers portal: https://urc.go.ug/urc-jobs/. Ensure you submit your application before the closing date as indicated on the portal.

Uganda Railways Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified Ugandans to apply.