Job Requirements
Applicants should be in possession of a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree or equivalent related qualification as recognised by SAQA. Experience as a legal practitioner in legal and compliance at an executive level (as a Board of Directors, a Board Committee member, Audit Committee, particularly in the 37 public sector at a senior level, will be given preference. Interested candidates must be independent non-executives and may not have business interests or dealings with the GCIS. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate experience in participating in governance structures – especially the Audit and Risk Committee, ability to dedicate their resources to the work of the GCIS Audit Committee.
Duties
The successful candidate will operate in accordance with an approved Audit Committee charter. The responsibilities include overseeing the system of governance, risk and control and making recommendations to the Accounting Officer on the adequacy and effectiveness of: Internal and External Audit, Internal Controls, Risk Management, Governance (including IT Governance), Financial Management, Financial and Non-Financial Reporting, and Compliance with Laws and Regulations. Additionally, helping the Accounting Officer in ensuring an effective combined assurance plan is developed and implemented.
What is the Salary
In terms of section 38 of the Public Finance Management Act of 1999 (PFMA), the Department of Government Communication and Information System requires the services of a qualified person to serves as a member of the Department ‘s Audit Committee. Successful candidates appointed will be remunerated according to the rates prescribed by National Treasury Regulations 20.2.2.
Location
Pretoria
How to Apply
Apply Before:
22 December 2025
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Additional Information
The initial term of office for the appointed candidate will be 3 years. The term may be renewed for another 3 years subject to satisfactory performance, or at the discretion of GCIS. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in six Audit Committee (AC) meetings per annum (four ordinary and two special meetings). 38