Purpose of the Job
The internship also serves as a developmental opportunity to provide practical exposure to corporate governance, board administration, and regulatory compliance within a banking and state-owned entity environment. Through this role, the intern will gain hands-on experience in governance practices, board processes, and stakeholder coordination while supporting the Secretariat in maintaining high standards of governance, accountability, and organisational effectiveness.
Job Responsibilities
Board and Committee Administration
Provide administrative and coordination support to the Company Secretariat in the planning and facilitation of Board and Committee meetings.
Assist with the preparation of meeting packs, agendas, and supporting documentation in line with the approved governance calendar.
Support the logistical arrangements for meetings to ensure the effective functioning of the Board and its Committees.
Governance Documentation and Record Management
Assist in maintaining accurate and organised governance records, including Board and Committee minutes, resolutions, attendance registers, and statutory documentation.
Support the proper filing and archiving of governance records to ensure compliance with organisational policies and statutory record-keeping requirements.
Compliance and Governance Support
Provide support in ensuring that governance processes comply with applicable legislative and regulatory requirements,
Assist with monitoring governance deadlines and ensuring that required documentation is prepared and submitted on time.
Meeting Preparation and Follow-up
Assist with the preparation of meeting documentation, including templates, action trackers, and matters arising schedules.
Support the follow-up on Board and Committee resolutions by tracking action items and coordinating inputs from relevant stakeholders.
Governance Research and Reporting
Conduct governance and regulatory research to support the work of the Company Secretariat.
Assist with the preparation of governance reports, briefing notes, and presentations required for Board and Committee engagements
Administrative and Secretariat Support
Provide general administrative support to the Company Secretariat, including document preparation, coordination of governance correspondence, and assisting with the management of the Board calendar.
Learning and Professional Development
Actively participate in learning and development activities to build knowledge of corporate governance, board processes, and regulatory compliance. Gain practical exposure to governance practices within the banking and state-owned entity environment
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor of Laws (LLB),
Bachelor of Commerce in Law (BCom Law);
Bachelor of Commerce in Compliance and Risk Management; Bachelor of Commerce in Business Administration;
Bachelor of Public Administration; Chartered Governance Practitioner Qualification (CGISA) - NQF 7
Chartered Governance Practitioner Qualification (CGISA) - NQF 7 (Ideal)
No prior formal work experience is required.
Exposure in corporate governance, company secretarial support, legal administration, or Compliance environments will be advantageous
Candidates who have demonstrated administrative, research, or governance-related responsibilities during their studies may also be considered
Any internship, academic project, or practical training related to corporate governance, board administration, legalresearch, or regulatory compliance will be considered beneficial
Knowledge and understanding of:
Basic understanding of corporate governance principles and board processes
Knowledge of governance frameworks such as the Companies Act and King IV (advantageous)
Basic understanding of statutory record keeping and governance documentation
Awareness of governance structures such as boards and committees
Basic knowledge of regulatory and compliance environments (advantageous)
General understanding of organizational governance structures
Understanding of document management and record-keeping practices
Deadline:30th March,2026