Memory Sitwala Wakunuma
Windhoek,Namibia
Summary
Strategic governance and compliance professional with over 8 years of experience in regulatory oversight, enterprise risk management, and corporate governance within the public sector. Proven expertise in developing and implementing risk frameworks, legislative compliance policies, and governance structures. Skilled at engaging with Boards, and executive teams, with a strong record of promoting accountability, transparency, and alignment with statutory and regulatory frameworks. Currently serving as a Governance Officer at a national regulatory authority, with hands-on leadership in compliance reporting.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Governance Officer
Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN)
Windhoek, Namibia
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Administer and coordinate board and committee meetings, ensuring the timely circulation of board packs.
- Assist in drafting compliance reports and addressing audit findings.
- Prepare meeting agendas in consultation with supervisors and relevant chairpersons.
- Take minutes at committee and Executive Management meetings, distributing them promptly.
- Summarise resolutions for timely implementation and produce status update reports.
- Review and revise company policies for compliance with legislation and industry standards.
- Coordinate the Board's annual performance evaluations to enhance governance practices.
- Monitor regulatory developments, ensuring compliance activities across departments.
Corporate Governance Secretary
National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR)
Windhoek, Namibia
04.2020 - 07.2024
- Coordinated and arranged board meetings, ensuring efficient management of schedules.
- Maintained up-to-date Board Charters and terms of reference for committees.
- Assisted with the development and implementation of the organisation’s risk management framework and compliance monitoring systems.
- Took comprehensive minutes during Board and subcommittee meetings.
- Managed company register, statutory books, and filed CM forms with BIPA.
- Assisted with monitoring compliance through monthly and quarterly reports, advising on corrective actions.
- Provided technical input for governance sections in the Annual Report.
Administrative Assistant to the Company Secretary
Namibia Institute of Pathology (NIP)
Windhoek, Namibia
05.2017 - 03.2020
- Assisted the Company Secretary in organising ad hoc Board meetings efficiently.
- Maintained records of all Board and Sub-Committee meetings to uphold governance standards.
- Ensured compliance with policies and relevant legislation through systematic checks.
- Finalised submission of governance agreements to the line minister for review.
- Monitored expiry dates of contracts, notifying the Company Secretary promptly.
- Managed accurate manual statutory records, including registers and minute books.
- Coordinated the preparation of materials for Board and Subcommittee meetings.
- Facilitated timely publication of the Board pack on designated software.
Education
Bachelor of Laws - Law
University of South Africa
WindhoekJustice Training Centre - Law
University of Namibia
Windhoek 03.2023 -
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Goal-oriented professional
- Cross-functional communication
- Solution-focused mindset
- Adaptability and flexibility
REFERENCES
- Ms. Sheleen Kavikairiua, Manager: Licensing Standard & Regulatory Compliance, CRAN, 0818463924, skavikairiua@cran.na
- Mrs. Isabel Mwazi, Manager: Legal Contracts, Road Authority, ilmwazi@gmail.com
Languages
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Traveling, Reading and Strenghth Training
Timeline
Governance Officer
Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN)
08.2024 - 07.2025
Justice Training Centre - Law
University of Namibia
03.2023 -
Corporate Governance Secretary
National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR)
04.2020 - 07.2024
Administrative Assistant to the Company Secretary
Namibia Institute of Pathology (NIP)
05.2017 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Laws - Law
University of South Africa
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