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NATIONAL METROLOGY INSTITUTE OF SOUTH AFRICA (NMISA)
 


​EXTERNAL AUDIT AND RISK COMMITTEE MEMBERS 
 
Overview of the Organisation 
The National Metrology Institute of South Africa (NMISA) is a Type 3A Public Entity established in accordance with the Measurement Unit and Measurement Standards Act. No. 18 of 2006 (the Act). NMISA is mandated by the Act to provide for the use of the international system of units (the SI) and other measurement units in South Africa, to maintain national measurement standards (NMS) and to determine and ensure the comparability of the NMS 
 
Opportunity 
NMISA invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and independent professionals to serve on its Audit and Risk Committee. The Audit and Risk Committee is a subcommittee of the NMISA Board, established in terms of Section 77 of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Its primary function is to provide independent oversight of the institution's governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks. 
A strict condition of appointment is the member's complete independence. Therefore, candidates with any current business, financial, or contractual relationships with NMISA are ineligible. Appointed members must remain free of any such conflicts for their entire tenure on the committee. 
 
Candidates’ requirements 
  • A relevant postgraduate degree or equivalent qualification in Accounting, Auditing, Risk Management, or Law. 
  • Current registration with a recognised professional body (e.g., South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), Institute of Internal Auditors) South Africa (IIA), Institute of Risk Management South Africa (IRMSA), Legal Practice Council (LPC)). 
  • Professional qualifications such as CA (SA), CIA, CRMA, CISA, or MBA will serve as an added advantage 
  • A minimum of five years of senior level experience in a specialist audit, finance, or risk management environment. 
  • Demonstrable experience in public sector governance, including internal and external audit, financial management, supply chain management, and risk management. 
  • In-depth knowledge of the PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, accounting standards (GRAP, IFRS), POPIA, and Enterprise-Wide Risk Management (EWRM) frameworks, and other related public sector legislations. 
  • Preference will be given to applicants with proven experience serving on a Board or a governance committee (e.g., Audit and Risk). 
 
Term of Appointment 
  • Members will be appointed for a three (3) year term, with the possibility of renewal at the discretion of the Accounting Authority (NMISA Board). 
  • This is not a full-time appointment. The Audit and Risk Committee holds a minimum of four (4) statutory meetings per annum. Additional special meetings may be convened as required.





Remuneration
Audit and Risk Committee members are remunerated for attending meetings in accordance with National Treasury and/or Auditor-General prescripts and guidelines as issued on an annual basis. 
 
Note: In line with public sector regulations, individuals currently employed by an organ of state are not eligible for additional remuneration. 
 
Application Process 
  • Interested candidates must submit (a) a comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV) including at least three (3) contactable references. 
  • Additional documents will be sourced only from shortlisted candidates. 
  • Applications must be forwarded to Human Resources at hr@nmisa.org. Please quote the job title in the subject line. 
 
Closing date: 15 October 2025 
 
Any applications received after the closing date shall be disqualified and not considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. 
Should candidates not hear from the organisation within 60 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful. 
 
Important Notices 
  • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within sixty (60) days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. 
  • The NMISA subscribes to and applies the principles prescribed by the Employment Equity Act. Preference will be given to candidates who meet the requirements and who will add to the cultural and gender diversity of the organisation. 
  • By applying for this position at NMISA, the applicant understands, consents, and agrees that NMISA may solicit a credit and criminal report from a registered credit bureau and/or the SAPS in relation to positions that require trust and honesty and/or entails the handling of cash or finances, and may also verify the applicant’s educational qualifications and employment history.
 
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Board Members: Prof Andrew Buffler, Prof Lorna Benita Holtman, Dr Charl Wynand Louw, Dr Precious Gugulethu Motshwene, Dr Alufelwi Maxwell Tshavhungwe, Dr James Tshilongo, Ms Sara Natalia Prins, Ms Babalwa Songongo