INVITATION TO APPLY TO A PANEL OF CANDIDATES TO BE CONSIDERED FOR APPOINTMENT AS AUDIT COMMITTEE
MEMBERS
Reference Number: IND00165
The City of Ekurhuleni (City) hereby invites applications from suitable individuals to be included in the panel of candidates from which the City may appoint external members of its Audit Committee and related governance committees, as required.
Minimum Requirements:
• A relevant qualification at NQF Level 8, such as an Honours Degree, Postgraduate Diploma or equivalent qualification, and professional registration/qualification as a Chartered Accountant (SA) [CA(SA)], Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) member, Certified Risk Management Practitioner (CRM Prac), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Registered Government Auditor (RGA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Admitted Attorney.
• Candidates must be suited for appointment by virtue of their qualifications, expertise and experience in the fields of Financial Management, Accounting, Auditing, Law & Compliance, Actuarial Science, Information & Communication Technology, Investment Management, Finance, Internal Auditing, Risk Management, Infrastructure Development and Project Management, Development Finance, Socio-economic Development, Strategic Planning and Performance Management, Business, Pension Fund Management, Social Housing, Engineering, Built Environment, Community Activism and Participation, Governance and Public Sector and or Local Government Administration.
• Applicants must possess no less than 10 years’ senior management, executive management, governance, professional practice or specialist experience in any of the specialist areas listed above, including at least 5 years’ board, audit committee, risk committee, governance committee or similar oversight-structure experience.
• Professional registration or certification with a recognised professional body relevant to the candidate’s field of expertise, including accounting, finance, auditing, law, engineering, built environment, risk management, ICT, actuarial science, investment management, governance or public sector administration, will be an added advantage.
• Certification from the Institute of Directors South Africa (IoDSA), as a Certified Director or Chartered Director, and/or a relevant master’s degree will be an added advantage.
Application
A Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae and certified copies of qualifications together with three references must be submitted with each application.
Further considerations:
• Applications will be subject to vetting and probity checks. Appointed candidates may be subjected to an appropriate security clearance. The City of Ekurhuleni is committed to the principles of employment equity, diversity and inclusivity, and preference may be given to candidates whose appointment will enhance representation in line with applicable legislation and the City’s approved employment equity objectives. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted applicants only.
• Disclaimer: The City of Ekurhuleni reserves the right to amend, modify or withdraw this advert or to amend, modify or terminate any of the requirements set out herein at any time and from time to time, without prior notice and without liability to compensate or reimburse any party. Applications don’t mean acceptance, as candidates will be subject to the City’s’ selection process. The City of Ekurhuleni reserves the right not to select any applicant.
• Remuneration: Council determines the remuneration, allowances and other benefits of the Chairperson and members of the Audit Committee and/or related governance committees.
Interested candidates whose background and experience match these challenging and exciting positions are invited to apply using an online application system attached to the advertisement on the website of the City of Ekurhuleni (www.ekurhuleni.gov.za under the temporary vacancies).
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to the qualifications they have obtained, including SAQA verification where applicable. Should candidates not be informed of the outcome of the application within six weeks of the closing date, it should be regarded as having been unsuccessful. The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or to appoint laterally.
Closing date: 2026/10/16
