Phokwane Moshitwa

Governance-focused legal professional

Talent

BenoniMember since October 12, 2026

Corporate governance and board supportStatutory records, registers and corporate document managementLiaison with directors, executives, regulators and external advisersLegal and regulatory complianceStatutory compliance under the Companies Act 71 of 2008 and filing deadlinesPOPIA compliance and data governance (SAAA short course certification)Regulatory policy interpretation and legal advisory supportContract drafting, review and negotiationGovernance and compliance risk identification, assessment and mitigationSustainable development, environmental compliance and stakeholder engagementOrganization and time management across multiple deadlinesAttention to detail and accuracy in legal and statutory documentsProblem-solving in governance and compliance mattersDiscretion and confidentialityClear written and verbal communicationDriver's licence: Code 08Board and committee meeting support: agendas, notices, board packs, resolutions Financial acumen: oversight of budgets, ethical procurement and accountability mDeep knowledge of King V, corporate governance practice and board procedures, stEthics and integrity (Certified Ethics Officer programme, The Ethics Institute,

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Governance-focused legal professional with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and a BA in Industrial Psychology and Law, a member of the Institute of Directors in South Africa (IoDSA), and in the final year of the Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme (CGISA) through SACOB, due to complete in May 2027.

Experience across contract and legal administration, regulatory compliance, board-level stakeholder engagement and large-scale project governance, supporting decision-making at executive and community leadership level. Holds deep knowledge of King V and keeps it current through ongoing governance training with the Good Governance Academy and IoDSA, earning continuous professional development (CPD) certificates.

Brings the core competencies of a Company Secretary: disciplined management of agendas, notices, packs and minutes; statutory compliance under the Companies Act 71 of 2008; sound record-keeping; and the discretion to handle confidential board information. Seeking to serve the board of a large mining company as Company Secretary, advising directors on governance, statutory obligations and risk.

Experience

Contract Administrator - Pink Elephant South Africa

(2021-12 - 2026-10)

fixed-term contract for a State Owned Company

Led the preparation, review and negotiation of complex contractual agreements, ensuring legal soundness, commercial alignment and adherence to organizational objectives.
Managed the full contract lifecycle from drafting and execution to close-out, including amendments, addenda, change and scope management, handover and onboarding.
Monitored compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements, identifying, assessing and mitigating legal and commercial risks.
Maintained rigorous record-keeping and document control, and reported to management on governance and compliance matters.
Supported governance forums and oversight, including performance review meetings, escalations, improvement plans and dispute management.
Coordinated internal stakeholders, clients and service providers to resolve issues and sustain professional relationships.
Improved contract management practice through process optimization and training.

Founder - Tala Green L'Equipe

(2024-11)

Direct technical and market feasibility studies for biofuel production with engineering experts and agricultural schools.
Negotiate strategic alliances with international vehicle manufacturers and global fuel companies.
Lead high-level stakeholder engagement to secure funding, technical expertise and regulatory approvals.

Project Owner and Lead - MahlakuShadi TALA Holdings

(2018-03)

Led structured engagement with Tribal Councils and community leadership under ethical governance and inclusivity principles, securing social licence to operate, land-use approvals and title deed finalization for an 800-hectare agricultural development.
Designed and implemented public participation and stakeholder consultation frameworks that promoted transparency, trust and informed consent.
Directed feasibility and impact assessments, including geo-hydrology studies and regulatory licensing, ensuring environmental compliance before operational rollout.
Exercised financial oversight through planning, ethical procurement and accountability mechanisms.
Built partnerships with agricultural institutions, municipalities and national government departments to advance skills development and local employment.

Manager - Equilibrium

(2019-10 - 2020-05)

External Legal Assistant: Junior Counsel - Merck Pharmaceuticals

(2018-05 - 2019-06)