INXUBA YETHEMBA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Inxuba Yethemba Municipality is a Category B Municipality in the Chris Hani District covering the towns of Cradock and Middelburg (EC). Inxuba Yethemba Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and subscribes to the principles of employment equity as espoused in the relevant legislation. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

NOTICE: 128/2026



DEPARTMENT: MUNICIPAL MANAGERS OFFICE

POSITION: AUDIT COMMITTEE MEMBER X3

The remuneration will be in accordance with that of Audit Committee Members as determined by Council.

Term of the office: The term of office shall be for a period of three (3) years, commencing from the official date of appointment.

In accordance with the provisions of Section 166 of the Local Government: Municipal Finance Management Act 56 of 2003, Council is required to constitute an audit committee. Applications are hereby invited from suitable qualified candidate to apply to be appointed as a member of the Inxuba Yethemba Local Municipality’s Audit Committee.

Council invites suitable qualified persons to submit their CV’s and motivation for their appointment to serve in the municipality’s audit committee. Candidate should possess the following qualities and competencies:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

An appropriate, recognized Undergraduate Qualification (NQF Level 7) or Postgraduate Qualification (NQF Level 8) in any of the following fields: Internal Auditing / Accounting / Financial Management Risk Management / Performance Management Legal Services / Law Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of progressive professional experience in Auditing, Governance, Compliance and Risk Management in the Local Government Environment

Added Advantage: Prior experience serving as a member of an institutional oversight committee (e.g., Audit Committee, Risk Committee) will be a distinct advantage.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

Leadership & Character: Proven leadership capabilities, excellent communication skills, and strong analytical reasoning abilities. Candidates must demonstrate absolute independence, uncompromised integrity, and a willingness to dedicate the necessary time and energy to committee duties.

COMMITTEE MANAGEMENT: Demonstrated ability to conduct Audit Committee affairs efficiently, effectively, and in accordance with institutional governance standards.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT KNOWLEDGE: A profound understanding of the statutory challenges, issues, and legislative frameworks affecting local government.

SPECIALIZED EXPERTISE: Prior experience, skills, or advanced expertise in any of the following fields will serve as a distinct advantage:

 Financial Management & Human Resource Management

 Labour Relations & Corporate Governance

 Risk Management & Performance Management

 Legal Services & Compliance Monitoring

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS:

In accordance with Section 166 of the Local Government: Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA), the Audit Committee will execute the following functions:

•Strategic Advisory: Advise the Municipal Council, political office-bearers, the Accounting Officer, and management on matters relating to internal financial control, internal audits, risk management, accounting policies, and adequacy of reporting.

•Financial Statement Review: Review the annual financial statements of the municipality to provide Council with an authoritative, credible, and objective view of the institution's true financial position, efficiency, and compliance with applicable legislation.

•Auditor-General Liaison: Review and report to Council on all issues, findings, and remedial action plans raised by the Auditor-General (AGSA) in their audit reports.

For general enquiries contact Ms. S Zangwa; szangwa@iym.gov.za on telephone no: 048 801 5024/5116.

Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment. Previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests. Application forms are available on the Inxuba Yethemba website (www.iym.gov.za) A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be forwarded to Inxuba Yethemba Municipality, PO Box 24, Cradock, 5880 ,1 J.A Calata Street, Cradock or hand delivered to the Cradock Municipal Registry Office.

Please take note: ●ONLY hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted ●No late applications will be considered. Canvassing of Councilors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification ●If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful ●Inxuba Yethemba Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a shortlist is compiled. Applications not accompanied by the required documentation will not be considered.

CLOSING DATE: 08 September 2026

M.W MBEBE

MUNICIPAL MANENGER