Corporate Secretary - Whitby Hydro

Whitby Hydro - Corporate Secretary to the CEO

Reports to the President and Chief Executive Officer, responsible for the co-ordination of business activities of the President and Chief Executive Officer, Treasurer and the Board of Directors.

Education/Experience

• College/University Degree – Business Administration/Legal
• and 10 years relevant experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Board Governance.
• Executive level confidential experience.
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Possess strong working knowledge of current business software.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s license.

Position Functions

• Assistance to the President and Chief Executive Officer and Treasurer in the overall performance and efficiencies of the Executive office.
• Update and maintain Board of Directors and management policies.
• Answer inquiries from staff that relate to the Administration Department (e.g. policies, programs)

Corporate Secretary Responsibilities

• Act as Corporate Secretary for the Board of Directors and President and Chief Executive Officer.
• Co-ordinate meetings for the Board of Directors and President and Chief Executive Officer and Treasurer preparing the necessary documentation for those meetings (agendas, minutes).
• Organize all business functions for the Board of Directors and President and Chief Executive Officer.
• Maintain all files – General, Board of Directors Resolution files, Corporate Minute Books, By-Laws, Documents.

Personal Attributes

• Sound judgment and leadership qualities.
• Effective decision making skills.
• Confidential.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Tactful, diplomatic and perceptive.
• Self starter with strong initiative.
• Self disciplined