Board Secretariat Training

Foundations of the Board Secretariat Role

Core competencies for Foundations of the Board Secretariat Role.

• Purpose, scope, and strategic value of the secretariat function
• Roles and responsibilities of the Board Secretary / Corporate Secretary
• Types of boards: corporate, public sector, non-profit, and parastatal
• Skills, competencies, and professional ethics of a secretariat professional
• Relationships with the Chair, directors, CEO, and senior management

Corporate Governance Frameworks

Core competencies for Corporate Governance Frameworks.

• Principles of good governance: accountability, transparency, fairness, responsibility
• Governance codes and standards (e.g., King Report, UK Corporate Governance Code, OECD Principles)
• Statutory and regulatory framework (Companies Act, listing rules, sector regulations)
• Board structure, composition, diversity, and independence
• Fiduciary duties, conflicts of interest, and director liability

Board and Committee Structures

Core competencies for Board and Committee Structures.

• Functions and powers of the board vs. management
• Key committees: audit, risk, nominations, remuneration, governance
• Drafting and reviewing committee charters and terms of reference
• Delegation of authority and reserved matters
• Board evaluation, effectiveness reviews, and succession planning

Meeting Planning and Preparation

Core competencies for Meeting Planning and Preparation.

• Annual board calendar and work plan development
• Notice requirements, quorum, and procedural rules
• Agenda setting and prioritization with the Chair
• Preparing and distributing board packs and papers
• Logistics for in-person, virtual, and hybrid meetings

Conducting Meetings and Minute Taking

Core competencies for Conducting Meetings and Minute Taking.

• Meeting procedures, voting, and resolution of deadlocks
• Supporting the Chair during meetings
• Principles of effective minute taking: what to record and what to omit
• Drafting, reviewing, and approving minutes
• Action trackers, follow-up, and managing matters arising

Statutory Records and Compliance

Core competencies for Statutory Records and Compliance.

• Statutory registers (members, directors, secretaries, charges, beneficial owners)
• Filing annual returns and regulatory notifications
• Records management, retention, and archiving
• Compliance calendars and monitoring obligations
• Managing compliance breaches and regulatory inspections

Shareholder and Stakeholder Management

Core competencies for Shareholder and Stakeholder Management.

• Organizing annual and extraordinary general meetings
• Proxy management, voting procedures, and scrutineers
• Shareholder communications and investor relations support
• Managing dividends, share transfers, and corporate actions
• Stakeholder engagement and handling complaints or queries

Director Onboarding, Development, and Support

Core competencies for Director Onboarding, Development, and Support.

• Appointment, induction, and orientation of new directors
• Director training needs assessment and continuous development
• Providing governance advice and procedural guidance to the board
• Director remuneration, benefits, and expense administration
• Handling director resignations, removals, and retirements

Risk, Ethics, and Board Information Management

Core competencies for Risk, Ethics, and Board Information Management.

• Governance risk, whistleblowing, and ethics frameworks
• Confidentiality, privileged information, and insider trading rules
• Data protection and information security for board materials
• Board portals and digital tools for collaboration
• Crisis management and the secretariat’s role in emergencies

Professional Practice and Emerging Trends

Core competencies for Professional Practice and Emerging Trends.

• Drafting resolutions, policies, and governance documents
• Communication, negotiation, and influencing skills with senior leaders
• ESG, sustainability reporting, and board oversight responsibilities
• Technology, AI, and the digital transformation of governance
• Career pathways, professional bodies, and continuing professional development

How is Board Secretariat Training delivered?

Board Secretariat Training is delivered through instructor-led classroom, live online, private in-house corporate training depending on the selected cohort or organizational arrangement.

What are the fees for Board Secretariat Training?

The published course investment is KES 80,000. Location-specific fees are shown where configured.

How long is Board Secretariat Training?

Board Secretariat Training runs for 5 Days unless a customized corporate schedule is agreed.

Do participants receive a certificate for Board Secretariat Training?

Participants who complete the course receive a Certificate of Completion from EduCore Global Skills.

Where can I take Board Secretariat Training?

Board Secretariat Training is available in Nairobi, live online, and in-house corporate delivery by arrangement. Current dates are shown only where real sessions have been configured.

Who should attend Board Secretariat Training?

Board Secretariat Training is designed for Administrative Assistants, Executive Assistants, Secretaries, Executive Secretaries, Personal Assistants, Office Administrators and organizations that need practical capability in Administrative Excellence and Executive Support.

What are the prerequisites for Board Secretariat Training?

No mandatory prerequisite is required unless stated in the course outline. Practical workplace experience in the subject area is helpful.