Henry Balwanyi Magino

• As Board member i was the legal mind on the Board working closely with top management and as Chair Board Audit & Risk Committee i interrogated reports from The Bank Secretary, Risk Manager, Chief Internal auditor and oversaw the external audit function.
• Celebrated team successes by recognizing outstanding achievements at both individual and group levels during board meetings.
• Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
• Founded performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess staff performance.
• Collaborated with fellow directors to develop long-term strategies that aligned with company objectives and shareholder expectations.
• Implemented robust governance policies to enhance transparency and minimize risks within the organization.
• Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Promoted diversity and inclusion on the board, fostering a vibrant culture of innovation and ideasharing.
• Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring their needs were understood and addressed.
• Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
• Enhanced company performance through strategic decision-making and active involvement in executive discussions.
• Improved board communication by streamlining meeting agendas and implementing digital tools for collaboration.
• Evaluated financial reports thoroughly, making informed decisions on budget allocations and resource distribution.
• Played an instrumental role in recruiting top talent for key leadership positions within the company.
• Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
• Maintained impartiality and objectivity during meetings and decision-making.
• Advised executives on risk management strategies to protect against potential threats or vulnerabilities.
• Planned recruitment and renewals of designated committees.
• Championed sustainability initiatives, encouraging environmentally responsible practices throughout the company.
• Planned and oversaw meetings in accordance with governing documents.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
• Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.

• Secretary to the Board of Directors and its committees and to the Management Executive Committee and generate actions points for implementation of decisions made;

· Take minutes and keeps records of decisions of Board, Board committees and management meetings.

· Oversee and keep records of legal transactions of the company.

· Provides reliable and authoritative advice on the legal and financial implications of the policies, plans, operations and all relevant transactions of the company.

· Develop, implement and control the delivery of legal support services to the Board, the senior management team and other officers of the company.

· Ensure that the company’s commercial, contractual and other legal interests are adequately protected.

· Coordinate with the company officers the preparation of reports and Board Papers for presentation to the Board.

· Maintain records of the company agreements including certificates of title;

· Custodian of the company seal.

· Execute legal instruments e.g. transfer deeds for property transfers to purchasers;

· Pursue the company debtors as advised by Accounts Department and ensure collection of outstanding debts.

· Supervise Legal officers (4 in number) and other departmental staff (4 in number) and evaluate their performance;

· Support the Board & the Chief Executive Officer and top management team in the Governance of the company.

Attending meetings with Oversight agencies like Parliament, Auditor General, on any matter concerning the company and give legal guidance where ne

• Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
• Created and maintenance up-to-date board planning calendar to outline matters on board's agenda.

• Responsible for Draft all contracts of the company both local and international and ensure adherence to stipulated provisions;
• Coordinate all legal issues and liaise with external lawyers.
• Support the debt collection function and claims handling,
• Secretary to the Board of Directors;
• Ensure the company complies to all statutory and legal provisions;
• Ensure that all expatriates have Work Permits by applying for them from Immigration department;
• Coordinate all legal matters of the company including tax matters and managing statutory compliance.
• Legal Officer of the companyall public relations matters of the company.
• Improved overall Board satisfaction with administrative process flow through consistently delivering high-quality documentation and support services.
• Promoted effective communication with shareholders by assisting in the preparation and distribution of annual reports, proxy statements, and other investor materials.
• Collaborated with Legal department to ensure compliance of Board activities, minimizing potential risks and liabilities associated with governance functions.
• Streamlined information access by organizing and maintaining the board''s digital repository of documents, policies, and reports.
• Conducted general board correspondence and kept records of all correspondence.
• Signed official documents and board minutes.
• Distributed copies of board minutes and actions to [Number] members after each meeting.
• Reduced legal risks by proactively monitoring changes in laws and regulations applicable to the company''s operations.

Key Duties:

• Secretary to the Board and Board Committees
• Arrange for annual Board evaluation to keep them checked on performance.
• Draft all contracts of the company both local and international and ensure adherence to stipulated provisions;
• Ensure the company complies to all statutory and legal provisions;
• Ensure that all expatriates have Work Permits by applying for them from Immigration department;
• Managing statutory compliance for the company.
• Legal Officer of the company

· Coordinating all the legal functions of the company in close liaison with external company lawyers;

· Secretary to the Board, its committees and the Management Committee;

· On behalf of the Chairman and Managing Director, arrange for and summon meetings of the Board and shareholder meetings and as Secretary to the Board take minutes of these meetings;

· Circulate action points to various Managers arising from decisions taken by the Board and/or Executive Management Committee (EXCO);

· Maintain the Board of Directors Minute Book;

· Draft all contracts of the company and keep signed copies in safe custody;

· Ensure all company assets and interests are insured

· Officer in charge of staff benefits including the company pension scheme, vehicle and housing loan schemes;

· Filing of Annual returns with the Registrar of Companies;

· Coordinate with the procurement section the hiring of prequalified service providers and ensuring entering into contract with them.