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EMFULENI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
CIRCULAR 13/2026
1. APPLICATION TO SERVE AS THE MEMBER OF THE AUDIT AND PERFORMANCE AUDIT COMMITTEE ON A THREE (3) YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT
REFERENCE NR: C13/2026/PAC
INVITATION FOR APPLICATIONS (6 POSITIONS)
Emfuleni Local Municipality, in terms of the provisions of section 166 of the Local Government: Municipal Finance Management Act, 56 of 2003, read with regulation 14 (2) of the Local Government: Municipal Planning and Performance Regulations of 2001,hereby invites suitably qualified persons to submit applications for consideration to be members of the municipality's Audit and Performance Audit Committee.
Requirements: B Degree or minimum of NQF Level 7 qualification In Accounting/Internal Auditing/Law/Performance Management/IT/Strategic Management/Risk Management/Electrical or Civil Engineering (ECSA registered)/Public Administration.
The following merits may be regarded as an added advantage:-CIA, CA (SA), MBA, MBL, CISA, other relevant industries' related certifications and/or membership/registration with the relevant professional bodies (e.g. IIA, SAICA, ISACA, etc.).
Competencies: Members of the Committee should possess a collective of the following competencies -
• An extensive knowledge of the Municipal Structures Act, Systems Act, Finance Management Act and other relevant legislation/regulations governing a municipal environment and the overall Public Administration.
• Strong general business management acumen.
• Extensive industry related knowledge (e.g. Auditing, Risk Management, IT, Performance Management, HR, Law, Engineering, etc.).
• An understanding of major Accounting Practices.
• A valid drivers' license.
Skills/Attributes/Abilities: Members of the Committee should possess the following Skills/Attributes/Abilities —
• Perform the role as advisor to management;
• Communicate effectively with management;
• Carefully review information received and obtain clarification from management as and when appropriate;
• Raise relevant questions, evaluate responses and follow up on any matter that is unclear;
• Conduct responsibilities in the context of the municipality's strategic objectives and overall corporate governance of the council;
• Act independently and be proactive in advising the accounting officer regarding issues that require further management attention;
• Encourage openness and transparency;
• Build relations with management;
• Have a professional approach to performing duties, including commitment of time and effort; and
• Each committee member must be independent and appropriately skilled.
Experience: A minimum of Ten (10) Years' experience in Financial Management, Internal & External Auditing, Accounting, Risk Management, Performance Management, IT, Law, Electricity or Civil Engineering and/or the overall Public (Municipal) Administration. An experience in serving on oversight committees may be considered as an added advantage.
Duties: The Audit and Performance Audit Committee will perform its duties in terms of the requirements of section 166 of the Municipal Management Act, 56 of 2003 (MFMA), the Municipal Planning and Performance Management Regulation and/or other relevant legislation.
The Committee will, inter alia, be required to -
• Advise the Municipal Council, the Political Office Bearers, the Accounting Officer and Management, on matters relating to internal financial control and internal audits; risk management; accounting policies; the adequacy, reliability and accuracy of financial reporting and information; performance management; performance evaluation; effective governance; compliance with this Act, the annual Division of Revenue Act and any other applicable legislation; and any other issues referred to it by the municipality.
• Review the annual financial statements in order to provide the Municipal Council with an authoritative and credible view of the financial position of the municipality, its efficiency and effectiveness and its overall level of compliance with this Act, the annual Division of Revenue Act and any other applicable legislation.
• Respond to the council on any issues raised by the Auditor-General in the audit report.
• Carry out such investigations into the financial affairs of the municipality as the Municipal Council may request.
• In performing its functions, the Committee must liaise with the Internal Audit Unit of the municipality and the person designated by the Auditor-General to audit the financial statements.
• The Committee must meet as often as is required to perform its functions, but at least four times a year.
• The Committee must also perform such other functions as may be prescribed.
Remuneration: The successful candidates will be remunerated a fee for attendance of meetings, according to the Council approved rates (NB: Preparation and travelling fees inclusive).
NB: The Chairperson and the Deputy Chairperson of the Committee will be appointed by the Municipal Council when after the overall screening processes have been duly concluded.
INTERESTED PERSON SHOULD:
Post or email their CV (maximum five pages) clearly marked: Reference Nr: C13/2026/PAC application to serve as the Member of the Audit and Performance Committee, to the following address: Internal Audit Cluster: P.O. Box 3, Vanderbijlpark, 1900 or email to: MoketeT@emfuleni.gov.za
2. APPLICATION TO SERVE AS A CHAIRPERSON OF RISK MANAGEMENT, ANTI-FRAUD AND ANTICORRUPTION COMMITTEE ON A THREE (3) YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT
REFERECE NR: C13/2026/RMAAC
INVITATION FOR APPLICATIONS (1 POSITION)
Emfuleni Local Municipality hereby invites suitable qualified persons to submit applications for considerations to be Chairperson of the Risk Management and Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption Committee.
Requirements: B. Degree or minimum of NQF Level 7 qualification in Risk Management, Auditing, Forensic Accounting. The following postgraduate maybe be regarded as an added advantage: Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), CFE, CIA, CA (SA), MBA, MBL, and Industry related certifications and /or registration with relevant professional bodies.
Competencies: The applicant should possess a collective of the following competencies –
• An extensive knowledge of the Municipal Structure Act, System Act, Finance Management Act and other relevant legislation/regulations governing a municipal environment and the overall Public Administration. • Proven experience as a member of Risk Management Committee and Audit Committee • Strong general business management acumen. • Extensive industry related knowledge (e.g. Risk, Management, Forensic investigations, Law etc.) • A valid driver's license. • Good communication skills, Good ethical conduct, Knowledge of corporate governance principles and Inquisitiveness and professional judgement. • Knowledge of Management principles, Good communication skills, Good ethical conduct, Knowledge of corporate governance principles and Inquisitiveness and professional judgement.
Experience: A minimum of 10 years’ experience in Risk Management and Forensic Audit and investigations, financial management and Accounting, External and Internal Auditing and Municipal Administration and Finance. Proven experience as a member of Risk Management Committee and Audit Committee. Experience in serving or reporting to oversight committees will be an added advantage. Good understanding and knowledge of the Risk Management and Corporate Governance, Municipal Financial Management Act, 56 of 2003, Public- Sector Risk Management Framework, The King V Report on Corporate Governance, Batho Pele Principles, Municipal Systems Act, Treasury Regulations and/or any other relevant legislations regulating to processes and systems of the Municipal Environment, understanding of Public Sector Business and Control. Experience in serving on the oversight committee will be an added advantage. Experience in serving on the oversight committee will be an added advantage.
Duties: According to the MFMA section 62(1)(c)(1), the Accounting Officer is responsible for managing the financial administrative of the municipality, and must for this purpose take all reasonable steps to ensure that the municipality has and maintains an effective, efficient and transparent system of financial and risk management and internal control. The successful candidate will chair the Municipal Risk Management and Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption Committee (RMAAC) and provide oversight on the implementation of Risk Management processes and procedures, including the implementation of the risk management maturity model within the Municipality. Provide advice on ethics governance, anti-fraud and compliance. The applicant must be independent from Emfuleni Local Municipal Council and Management. Strict adherence to principles of confidentiality must be observed in respect of any information of a confidential nature to which he/she may become privy to at the meetings of the Risk Management and Anti-Fraud and Anti- Corruption Committee. Assist the Municipal Manager to effectively discharge risk management related duties in terms of the Municipal Legislations and regulations and achieving the municipal strategic objectives. Ensure compliance with the Risk Management Policy Framework and Charter. Provide oversight on the setting of the risk appetite, risk tolerance levels and identifying key risks and risk management key performance indicators. Provide guidance on the integration of risk management into the municipality's planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting activities. Advise the committee in discharging its responsibilities as set out in the Council approved Risk Management Framework, Risk Management Committee Charter. Interact and report to the Audit Committee to share information relating to risk management matters. Provide proper and timely advice to the Municipal Manager on the state of risk management together with recommendations to address any deficiencies identified by the Risk Management and Anti-Fraud and Corruption Committee. Discharge any risk management responsibilities as delegated by the Municipal Manager and as outlined in the Risk Management and Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption Committee Charter.
Remuneration: The successful candidates will be remunerated a fee for preparation and attendance of meetings, according to the Emfuleni Local Municipality Council approved rates (NB: preparation and travelling fees inclusive).
INTERESTED PERSON SHOULD:
Post or email their CV (maximum five pages) clearly marked: Circular No: C13/2026/RMAAC Application to serve as the Chairperson of Risk Management, Anti-Fraud and Anti- Corruption Committee, to the following address: Risk Management office, email to: jackiem@emfuleni.gov.za
CLOSING DATE: 20/11/2026
