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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
Fireworks Advertising (U) Limited is a dynamic Ugandan-based advertising agency that specializes in creative marketing solutions, digital media, branding, and events management, with a mission to deliver impactful and innovative campaigns that connect brands with their target audience. The company has earned a reputation for its creativity, strategic approach, and ability to produce high-quality work that resonates with clients, and it is recognized for its contributions to the Ugandan advertising landscape.
Fireworks fosters a work culture that promotes collaboration, creativity, and professional growth, offering employees the opportunity to work on diverse and exciting projects. The company values its employees' personal and professional development and provides flexible work arrangements to ensure work-life balance. Established in the early 2000s, Fireworks Advertising has evolved into one of Uganda's leading advertising firms, growing its client base and expanding its services to include digital marketing and media planning. Its innovative business model integrates both traditional and digital marketing strategies, delivering tailored solutions to meet clients’ needs.
The agency operates on a national level, serving a wide range of industries, including retail, hospitality, and corporate sectors. Core values such as innovation, integrity, and customer satisfaction are at the heart of the company’s operations. As part of its commitment to corporate social responsibility, Fireworks Advertising supports local communities and environmentally sustainable practices through various outreach programs. For more information, visit www.fireworksadvertising.com.
Job Title
Board Administrative Secretary job at Fireworks Advertising (U) Limited
Fireworks Advertising (U) Limited
Job Description
Job Title: Board Administrative Secretary
Organisation: Fireworks Advertising
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Fireworks Advertising is a communication, sales and marketing advisory firm that delivers more comprehensive solutions than traditional advertising agencies.
Background
For greater effectiveness and better coordination of the activities of the Board of Directors, both at the committee level and at the full board level, fireworks Advertising would like to fill the position of Board Administrative Secretary, separate from that of the external company lawyers. This is a part time role that will require an average of 8 hours of your time per month and therefore calls for an ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
The following Terms of Reference (“ToR”) outline the responsibilities of the Board Administrative Secretary (the “Secretary”) for the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of fireworks Advertising.
Job Summary:
The Terms of Reference define the purpose, responsibility and authority of the Board Secretary. The TOR is intended to guide the functions of the Board Secretary and ensure that it can effectively assist the Board of Directors in fulfilling its fiduciary responsibilities. The ToR will form the basis of the appointment and performance evaluation for the Board Secretary.
Reporting
Reporting to the Chairman of the Board of Directors, The Secretary shall work under the instructions and guidance of the Chairman of the Board. S/he shall provide support to the Chairmen of the committees of the Board.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
The Secretary shall perform the following duties:
Meeting Administration:
Work in consultations with the Board Chairman to prepare and circulate agendas for all Board meetings, ensuring timely delivery to directors and including relevant supporting materials.
Work in consultations with the chairpersons of Board Committee to prepare and circulate agendas for all Board Committee meetings, ensuring timely delivery to directors and including relevant supporting materials.
Schedule meetings of the Board and Board Committees in consultation with the Board Chairman, committee chairpersons and other directors.
Secure meeting rooms and arrange facilities including, catering, transport, accommodation and other logistics as needed.
Maintain and distribute meeting calendars for both the main Board and the Board committees.
Coordinate logistics for presentations and guest speakers at the main Board and Board Committees.
Coordinate the prompt payment of sitting allowances following the meetings of the main Board and Board Committees and maintain up to date records of the same.
Board Materials:
Prepare and distribute Board materials, including meeting minutes, reports, and other relevant documents
Coordinating with Management to ensure that all inputs (information) are provided by Management in a timely manner to reach the the Board members no less than Two Weeks before the scheduled Board and Board Committee meeting.
Ensure Board materials comply with any confidentiality requirements. ◦ Maintain an archive of Board materials.
Minutes:
Take accurate and concise minutes of all Board meetings, capturing discussions, decisions, and action items.
Ensure minutes reflect legal and regulatory requirements.
Prepare draft minutes for review and circulate the same to reach board members within 7 (seven) days after each meeting.
Ensure that the board minutes are formally signed off by the Chairman of the Board or the Committee Chairman as may be relevant
Maintain official copies of approved Board minutes and circulate the same to the Board members.
Correspondence:
Manage Board correspondence, including receiving, reviewing, and distributing communications.
Draft responses to Board correspondence where appropriate.
Maintain a record of Board correspondence.
Board Development:
Assist the Chair and Board in identifying and arranging for director development opportunities.
Maintain Board member contact information and ensure Board members are kept informed of relevant developments.
Corporate Governance:
Stay informed of relevant corporate governance best practices and advise the Board on governance matters as necessary.
Ensure Board meetings comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
Maintain Board policies and procedures related to Board operations. ◦ Perform other duties as assigned by the Chair or Board.
Authority
The Secretary has the authority to:
Obtain information and help from other staff members to fulfil own duties.
Liaise with other parties in regard to Board meetings and materials.

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
The ideal candidate will have three years experience in board affairs with the following qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in social sciences and humanities
Training in Corporate Governance will be an added advantage
How to Apply
If interested, please submit your application to c.owino@fireworks-advertising.com
Deadline: 26th April 2025 by 5.00pm.
NB: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.