Overview
External Board Reviewer Jobs in Johannesburg, South Africa at Thusa Batho Labour Solutions
Our client is seeking to appoint an independent professional service provider to evaluate the effectiveness, performance, and governance practices of their Board of Directors and its Committees.
The evaluation will assess the collective and individual performance of the Board and Committees.
Governance structures to be evaluated include the Full Board, Individual Board members, and six Board Committees.
OBJECTIVES
Evaluate the effectiveness of the Board and Committees in fulfilling their mandates and achieving strategic goals.
Assess governance, decision-making, oversight, and risk management practices.
Conduct a peer review of individual Board members’ contributions and alignment with governance best practices.
Assess individual Board and Committee members’ skills, knowledge, expertise, and fit within the governance structure.
Identify opportunities for member development, training needs, and succession planning.
Recommend enhancements to governance processes and structures to drive effectiveness, accountability, and transparency.
METHODOLOGY
Utilise a mixed-methods approach incorporating both quantitative and qualitative tools.
Conduct structured one-on-one interviews with Board members and stakeholders.
Administer peer review surveys to assess individual Board members’ engagement and performance.
Use competency-based assessments aligned with DBSA’s governance frameworks.
Analyse governance documents and previous performance reviews.
DELIVERABLES
Comprehensive Evaluation Report presenting key findings from assessments of the Board, Committees, and individual members.
Peer Review Report providing detailed feedback and assessments of each Board member’s performance.
Gap Analysis Report identifying performance or capability gaps and providing actionable recommendations.
Presentation summarising key findings and recommendations for the Board’s review and action.
Requirements
Experience in conducting Board evaluations and directors’ assessments with expertise in corporate governance, particularly in the public sector and development finance institutions.
Key technical assessment criteria include a proven record in conducting similar evaluations and deep knowledge of corporate governance principles.
Title: External Board Reviewer
Company: Thusa Batho Labour Solutions
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Category: Management (Corporate Strategy)