Kenya Industrial Research and Development Institute Act

28. Functions of the Corporation Secretary

Edition: 2024-12-27 · In force

The Corporation Secretary shall, subject to the direction of the Board—

(a)assist the members of the Board in their duties and responsibilities;

(b)assist the members of the Board in—

(i)Board inductions and training;

(ii)preparation of Board work plans;

(iii)Board evaluations;

(iv)governance audits; and

(v)implementation of the code of conduct and ethics;

(c)ensure the timely preparation and circulation of documents and minutes of the Board;

(d)be the custodian of the seal of the Institute and account to the Board for its use;

(e)maintain and update the register of conflicts of interest;

(f)ensure that members of the Board are aware of all relevant laws affecting the Institute;

(g)ensure that annual returns are promptly filed with the relevant authorities;

(h)except in exceptional circumstances, ensure that Board papers are circulated in advance of any meeting; and

(i)perform any other function that may be assigned by the Board.