Senior Advisor Secretariat

Eskom Sunninghill, Gauteng

Full-time Closes 04 Oct 2026 · 10 days left

Sunninghill, Gauteng Full-time Closes 04 Oct 2026

What the job is

This is a Senior Advisor Secretariat position at Eskom, a major electricity and energy company in South Africa. The job is based in Sunninghill, Gauteng, at Megawatt Park. It is a permanent role in the Office of the Chief Executive, focusing on providing professional secretariat services to the Board, Board Committees, Executive Committee (Exco), and other key groups within Eskom.

What you will do

You will ensure and provide professional secretariat services for meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and managing meeting logistics. You will also provide corporate governance assurance, ensuring that all processes follow legal and regulatory standards like the Companies Act and King IV principles. Additionally, you will manage relationships with stakeholders, maintaining clear and professional communication at all times.

What you need

You must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Governance, or Administration, or a CIS Professional Advanced Qualification in Governance and Administrative at NQF 7 with 360 credits. You need at least 5 years of experience as a committee secretary or in a secretariat role. Strong knowledge of corporate governance, excellent English communication skills, and advanced computer literacy in MS Word and Excel are required. You should also have analytical problem-solving skills, the ability to work under pressure, and maintain high ethical standards.

What you will get

This is a permanent position with a market-related salary. Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity, and encourages applications from under-represented groups. The company also promotes a smoke-free work environment.