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DR KENNETH KAUNDA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY VACANCIES
DR KENNETH KAUNDA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY
AUDIT & RISK COMMITTEE MEMBERS X5
Dr. Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality hereby invites applications from suitably qualified and interested individuals to serve as members of the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) Shared Services in terms of Section 166(1) and (6) of the Local Government: Municipal Finance Management Act, No: 56 of 2003. In accordance with section 166(6)(b) the Audit and Risk Committee of the District al so serves as an Audit and Risk Committee for the Local Municipality, i.e., Maquassi Hills Local Municipality.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills. Relevant experience in Corporate Governance, Risk Management, and Financial Management.
• An appropriate and relevant three (3) years qualification or higher. At least five (5) years of management experience gained from the following, Accounting, Internal and External Auditing, Risk Management, Information and Communication Technology, Financial Management, Legal, Human Resources, Performance Management, and Good Governance.
• In addition to the above, candidates should demonstrate experience in serving in governance accountability structures, and the ability to dedicate time (must not be a member of more than 2 Audit Committees or Boards) to the activities of the District Audit and Risk Committee.
• Preference will be given to Employment Equity Target groups and those with extensive leadership and experience in serving on Audit and Risk Committees of Local Government Institutions, but not a political office bearer.
• Applicants may not be in the employment of the District and must have no business or personal relationship with the District. Knowledge of the Dr. Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality will serve as an added advantage.
• Qualification as a Chartered Accountant (CA (SA)), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Risk Management Practitioner (CRM Prac), Certified Risk Management Professional (CRM Prof), and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) would be an added advantage.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Audit and Risk Committee is an advisory committee that:
• Assist the Council in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities with regard to internal controls, risk management and governance processes.
• Assist the Accounting Officer in the effective execution of his/her responsibilities.
• Regulates and discharges all its responsibilities as contained in the Charter, outlining the appropriate formal terms of reference. The Audit and Risk Committee will meet at least four (4) times per annum.
• The Committee will review the effectiveness of the Internal Audit Shared Services, provide direction to the work of the external auditors and the District and Local Municipality’s financial statements.
REMUNERATION: Members will be remunerated a combined fee for preparation, attendance to the meetings, performance-related duties in line with the National Treasury Guidelines and in consultation and approval by the District Municipal Council. Members will be paid a cell phone & Data Allowance to cater for the Virtual Meeting and will be reimbursed for transport expenses incurred for attending the Audit and Risk Committee meetings, limited to a 200 km radius, in cases of physical meetings.
TERM OF OFFICE: Three (3) years fixed term contract.
AUDIT & RISK COMMITTEE MEMBERS X5
Dr. Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality hereby invites applications from suitably qualified and interested individuals to serve as members of the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) Shared Services in terms of Section 166(1) and (6) of the Local Government: Municipal Finance Management Act, No: 56 of 2003. In accordance with section 166(6)(b) the Audit and Risk Committee of the District al so serves as an Audit and Risk Committee for the Local Municipality, i.e., Maquassi Hills Local Municipality.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills. Relevant experience in Corporate Governance, Risk Management, and Financial Management.
• An appropriate and relevant three (3) years qualification or higher. At least five (5) years of management experience gained from the following, Accounting, Internal and External Auditing, Risk Management, Information and Communication Technology, Financial Management, Legal, Human Resources, Performance Management, and Good Governance.
• In addition to the above, candidates should demonstrate experience in serving in governance accountability structures, and the ability to dedicate time (must not be a member of more than 2 Audit Committees or Boards) to the activities of the District Audit and Risk Committee.
• Preference will be given to Employment Equity Target groups and those with extensive leadership and experience in serving on Audit and Risk Committees of Local Government Institutions, but not a political office bearer.
• Applicants may not be in the employment of the District and must have no business or personal relationship with the District. Knowledge of the Dr. Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality will serve as an added advantage.
• Qualification as a Chartered Accountant (CA (SA)), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Risk Management Practitioner (CRM Prac), Certified Risk Management Professional (CRM Prof), and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) would be an added advantage.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Audit and Risk Committee is an advisory committee that:
• Assist the Council in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities with regard to internal controls, risk management and governance processes.
• Assist the Accounting Officer in the effective execution of his/her responsibilities.
• Regulates and discharges all its responsibilities as contained in the Charter, outlining the appropriate formal terms of reference. The Audit and Risk Committee will meet at least four (4) times per annum.
• The Committee will review the effectiveness of the Internal Audit Shared Services, provide direction to the work of the external auditors and the District and Local Municipality’s financial statements.
REMUNERATION: Members will be remunerated a combined fee for preparation, attendance to the meetings, performance-related duties in line with the National Treasury Guidelines and in consultation and approval by the District Municipal Council. Members will be paid a cell phone & Data Allowance to cater for the Virtual Meeting and will be reimbursed for transport expenses incurred for attending the Audit and Risk Committee meetings, limited to a 200 km radius, in cases of physical meetings.
TERM OF OFFICE: Three (3) years fixed term contract.
CLOSING DATE: 20th October 2023 at 16:00
Applications must consist of a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, a certified copy of the Identity Document, and certified copies of all qualifications enlisted in the Curriculum Vitae.
Applications should be forwarded to: Municipal Manager
Physical Address
D r Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality
Civic Centre, Patmore Road
ORKNEY
2620
The Record Section
Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality
Private Bag X5017
KLERKSDORP
2570
All enquires must be directed to the Corporate Services - Human Resource Department: Mr. Thato Mothibedi at 018 473 80 10/8000.
THE DR KENNETH KAUNDA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY AS AN EMPLOYER APPLIES EMPLOYME NT EQUITY AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Please note that no faxed or e-mailed applications will be considered, that if no response is received within three months of closing date, consider your application as unsuccessful.