PUBLIC PROTECTOR VACANCIES

​CHAIRPERSON OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE
Location: Head Office, Pretoria
Reference: PPSA 02/09/2025
Remuneration will be paid with Treasury Regulation 20.2.2. (3-year Contract)
 
Qualifications and Experience
Degree or equivalent qualification in the field of Accounting, Auditing, Finance, Risk Management legal, or related field • A postgraduate qualification in MBA/CIA/CA is required • Professional membership with recognised body ( e.g SAICA,CIMA,IIA or equivalent) will be an added advantage. Proven experience 8 -10 years Senior management experience gained from Strategic Management, Financial Accounting, Governance, Legal, Internal Auditing, Risk Management and Information Technology • Previous experience as an Audit Committee member or Chairperson will be an advantage. • In depth understanding of financial reporting standards and internal controls. Analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving ability Familiarity with the PFMA, Treasury regulations and King IV governance principles. The candidate must not be in the employ of the Public Service.
 
Term of office
Appointment will be for a period of 3 years but may be subject to renewal at the discretion of Public Protector South Africa.
 
Term of office
The chairperson is overall responsible for the effective functioning of the audit committee to advise the accounting officer and management internal control, risk management and governance.
 
Competencies and Skills
Expertise in either of the following areas: Internal and External Auditing, Accounting, Legal Services, Risk Management, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Corporate Governance. The Chairperson/member must possess the following qualities: Independence and Integrity, Objectivity, Willingness to dedicate time to the Audit Committee activities and Communication skills.
 
Key responsibilities and Duties
 
Leadership and Oversight
• Provide overall Leadership to the Audit Committee and ensure it functions effectively.
• Preside over meetings, set the agenda (in consultation with management and auditors and ensure discussion remain focused and productive.
• Facilitate balanced participation and decision making within the Committee.
 
Governance, Compliance and Ethics
• Oversee the integrity and quality of fi­nancial reporting processes.
• Review the institution`s ­financial statements and ensure accurate, transparent and compliant with applicable standards.
• Monitor the effectiveness of internal fi­nancial controls.
 
Financial Oversight
• Ensure that the Committee fulfils its statutory responsibilities as outlined in the PFMA, Treasury regulations and other applicable legislations.
• Promote adherence to sound corporate governance practices.
• Uphold the highest standards of integrity, independence and objectivity.
• Ensure that the Committee promotes ethical conduct and compliance throughout the institution.

Stakeholder Management
• Ensure effective oversight of the institution`s risk management framework.
• Monitor the institutions’ ability to identify, manage and mitigate key risks.
• Oversee the effectiveness and independence of the internal audit function.
• Liaise with external auditors, review audit reports and monitor management
• Implementation of recommendations.

Enquiries: Mr Khulong Seema on tel (012) 366 7276, (Audit related) Ms Z. Luthuli on tel. (012) 366 7220(HR related)
 
Note: All appointments will be done in terms of the Public Finance Management Act.
 
The successful candidates will be expected to sign the declaration of secrecy form.
All successful candidates will have to undergo security clearance and vetting.
The Public Protector South Africa reserves the right not to fill the vacancies.
Applications must be accompanied by a covering letter with a detailed CV, 3 contactable references, recently certified (within 3 months) copies of qualifications (matric certificates, certificates of qualifications), and ID document.
Applications not complying with the above will be disqualified.
Correspondences will be limited to the short-listed candidates and should you not be contacted within 2 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.
 
Please direct your application, stating the relevant reference number as follows: applications@tttrecruitment.co.za
 
CLOSING DATE: 10 October 2025 at 16:30