Board Committee Secretary & Governance Specialist

About the role

The Board Committee Secretary & Governance Specialist provides comprehensive administrative and logistical support to Albawani’s Board of Directors, its committees, and the Group Executive Management team. This role ensures the governance framework operates smoothly, allowing senior leaders to focus on strategic decision‑making and oversight.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors, delivering full administrative support.
• Organise board and committee meetings: schedule, develop agendas, compile and distribute materials, and record minutes.
• Maintain accurate and timely distribution of meeting documents to all members.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to gather information for meetings.
• Manage the board and committee calendar, including special or ad‑hoc sessions.
• Keep comprehensive records of attendance, decisions, and action items.
• Implement onboarding programmes for new board members, including orientation and governance training.
• Facilitate ongoing education sessions on governance trends and best practices.
• Maintain a repository of board member profiles, expertise, and committee assignments.
• Assist in developing and applying governance policies, procedures, and compliance monitoring.

Required profile

• Proven experience in board secretarial or governance support roles.
• Strong organisational and coordination abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards, corporate governance principles, and board terms of reference.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.

Required skills