NYANDENI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

NLM/FILEREF/3/2/1 - 18 August 2026

ICT STEERING COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON

(3 Year contract)

Nyandeni Local Municipality is committed to strengthening its Information and Communication Technology (ICT) governance to ensure that technology investments support the Municipality’s strategic objectives, improve service delivery, promote digital transformation, and enhance compliance with applicable legislation and governance frameworks

To achieve this objective, the Municipality hereby invites suitably qualified and experienced individuals to serve as the Independent Chairperson of the ICT Steering Committee.

The Chairperson will provide independent leadership to the ICT Steering Committee and ensure that the Committee effectively discharges its responsibilities relating to ICT governance, digital transformation, cybersecurity, ICT risk management, and strategic ICT planning.

a) Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:

·       Chair all ICT Steering Committee meetings.

·       Provide strategic leadership and independent oversight on ICT governance.

·       Ensure alignment of ICT initiatives with the Municipality’s strategic priorities.

·       Monitor implementation of the Municipal ICT Strategy and ICT Master Plan.

·       Guide the Committee on ICT governance best practices and compliance.

·       Oversee ICT risk management, cybersecurity, disaster recovery and business continuity planning.

·       Monitor ICT project implementation and performance.

·       Promote sound ICT investment decisions and value for money.

·       Facilitate effective decision-making by the Committee

·       Use the Risk Management and Audit Committees to assist the Council to fulfil its responsibilities.

·       Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, standards and governance frameworks.

b) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must possess:

·       A relevant Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, ICT Governance, Engineering or a related field.

·       A Postgraduate qualification in ICT, Governance, Business Administration or Project Management will serve as an added advantage.

·       At least 5-year proven experience in ICT Management coupled with knowledge of ICT Governance

·       Demonstrable experience in ICT Governance, Digital Transformation or ICT Strategy.

·       Extensive knowledge of ICT governance frameworks such as:

·       ISO 27001

·       ITIL

·       King IV Report on Corporate Governance

·       COBIT, ISO/IEC 38500

·       Knowledge of the Local Government environment and applicable legislation

c) COMPETENCIES

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

·       Excellent leadership skills.

·       Strong governance and oversight capability.

·       Excellent communication and presentation skills.

·       Sound analytical and problem-solving ability.

·       Decision-making capability.

·       Integrity and professionalism.

·       Ability to work independently and objectively.

·       Strong stakeholder management skills.

d) TERM OF APPOINTMENT

·       The Chairperson shall be appointed for a period of 3 Years .

e) REMUNERATION

·       The successful candidate shall be remunerated in accordance with the Municipality’s approved tariffs for Committee Chairpersons or as determined by Council.

NB! Application for Employment Form for Nyandeni Local Municipality (not Z83) is available at www.nyandenilm.gov.zaand Nyandeni LM offices at both Libode and Ngqeleni. A detailed CV must accompany the Application for Employment Form,

Copies of qualifications, ID copy and valid driver’s licence (which may not be certified).

Failure to submit documents listed above will result in disqualification.

Applications can be submitted via email to recruitment@nyandenilm.gov.za.

Hand delivered applications should be sent to the Registry Office at Nyandeni Local Municipality Office at Libode and Reception at Ngqeleni Offices.

Females, Coloureds, Indians, Whites and People with disabilities are encouraged to apply in line with the municipality’s approved Employment Equity Plan. People with disabilities must disclose the nature of their disability in the space provided in the application form.

The words “Application for Employment” should appear on the same side of the envelope but separate from the address in the same envelope to sensitize the Registry Office of the closing date.

NB: In submitting any information or documentation requested above or any other information that may be requested pursuant to this advertisement, you are consenting to the processing by Nyandeni Local Municipality of your personal information contained therein, as contemplated in the Protection of Personal Information Act, No. 4 of 2013 (POPI Act) and its Regulations. Nyandeni Local Municipality also commits to handle all the submitted personal information in compliance with the POPI Act and in line with her POPI Compliance Policy. The POPI Compliance Policy is available on request or can be downloaded on the municipal website www.nyandenilm.gov.za.

Only short-listed and successful candidates will be contacted and therefore if you have not heard from us within 90 days after the closing date, consider your application as unsuccessful.

The Council reserves the right not to continue with the filling of these vacancies if the Council feels no suitable candidate found or there are changes in operational requirements.

Canvassing of Councillors/Management is not permitted and proof thereof will result in disqualification. Qualification verification and Criminal record checks will be conducted to shortlisted candidates.

Applications clearly marked “Application for Employment” should be addressed to:

The Municipal Manager | Nyandeni Local Municipality | Private Bag X504 |LIBODE | 5160

For enquiries, contact Corporate Services Department at (047) 5555028 email: tshisat@nyandenilm.gov.za

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 04 September 2026 AT 15h00.

SV POSWA 

MUNICIPAL MANAGER