Audit Committee Chairperson

REFERENCE NUMBER: DSAC-AC 01/10/2025

CENTRE                       : Internal Audit, Head Office, Pretoria

ENQUIRIES                  : Ms S Ramanand, Tel: (012) 441 3099

APPLICATIONS           : Applications can be submitted using one of the following methods: Email to recruitment2024@dsac.gov.za, quoting the reference number and  title of the position on the subject line. There will be no follow-up emails to this address. Hand delivery: Sealed envelope addressed to Chief Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Sechaba House, 202 Madiba Street, Pretoria Central. Postal mail to The Chief Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Private Bag X897, Pretoria, 0001. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered or accepted.

CLOSING DATE           : 14 November 2025, 16:00

 

REQUIREMENTS: 

Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate /Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification. A post-graduate qualification (NQF Level 8) as recognised by SAQA in one of the following disciplines: Accounting, Internal Auditing or Risk Management (or closely related fields); Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent professional qualification will be an added advantage; Candidates should have executive management experience in the risk management, control, governance, within sport, arts and culture and or Government sector for more than ten (10) years. Extensive leadership and experience of serving on an audit committee, but not a Political Office bearer. Knowledge and understanding of Government prescripts and processes.

 

KNOWLEDGE:

Applicants must have demonstrable experience in Risk Management, Governance, Audit, Financial Management, Forensic Investigations, Legal Compliance and Organisational Performance Management. Experience in any of the following fields: IT Audit (Strategic, Operational and Technical), IT Governance, IT Security, Large Scale IT Application Development and Implementation Programmes. The applicants should be independent and knowledgeable on the status of their positions as chairperson of the Audit Committee.  A knowledgeable person who keeps up to date with the developments within the Internal and External Audit and Risk Management profession and developmental aspects. Departmental Values. Technical Knowledge, Department of Public Service and Administration, National Treasury, prescripts, regulations and guidelines. Lead issues to direct the Committee's focus on adequately addressing critical and high-risk areas.

SKILLS:  

Strong leadership, analytical thinking, good communication skills, ability to inspire confidence and maintain a balanced view, ability to maintain independence and objectivity, facilitation skills, courage to challenge discussions and ask relevant questions, willing to dedicate time and energy to serve the interests of the public,  Encourage openness and transparency, healthy skepticism and professional approach, High level of integrity, inquisitiveness and independent judgement, knowledge of the public sector risk and control environments,  Ability to offer new perspective, Ability to promote effective working relationships (among committee members, management, internal and external auditors).

DUTIES: 

Fulfill oversight responsibilities with regard to risk management, control, governance, information technology, compliance, external and internal audit, management accounts and annual financial statements.  Assist the Accounting Officer in the effective execution of his/her responsibilities.  Assist in building trust and confidence in how the Department is managed.  Regulate and discharge all responsibilities as contained in relevant legislation/s and/or the Audit Committee Charter.

INSTRUCTIONS:

Applications must consist of: A recently updated, comprehensive CV, a fully completed, initialled and signed new Z83 form (Sections A, B, C&D are compulsory and must be completed in full, and sections E, F and G are not compulsory if the information is contained in the CV). Use of the old Z83 Form or not completing compulsory sections of the application form may result in a disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to bring certified copies of ID, Driver’s licence (where required) and qualifications on or before the interview. Should you be in possession of any foreign qualification(s), it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA); Applicants must be South African citizens. Shortlisted candidates must avail themselves for a virtual or in-person panel interview at a date and time determined by DSAC. The applicant should make own arrangement for access to internet connectivity and equipment for this purpose. Applicants must note that pre-employment checks and references will be conducted once they are shortlisted. The appointment is also subject to a positive outcome on these checks, including security clearance, security vetting, qualification/study verification, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, previous employment verification and criminal record. If an applicant wishes to withdraw an application, it must be done in writing. We encourage all applicants to declare any criminal and/or negative credit records. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment and to use other recruitment processes, thus withdrawing this advert by notice on its communication channels.

If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. We thank all applicants for their interest.