AUDIT COMMITTEE MEMBER – RISK, PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND ICT SPECIALIST 1 POSITION Ndlambe Local Municipality invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons for appointment as an independent Audit Committee Member with expertise in Risk Management, Performance Management and Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

Ndlambe Local Municipality, based in Port Alfred, is seeking to appoint an independent Audit Committee Member with specialised expertise in risk management, performance management, and information and communication technology. This is a single vacancy on the municipality’s Audit Committee, which is established under Section 166 of the Municipal Finance Management Act. The committee serves as a critical independent advisory body to Council, the Municipal Manager, and management, providing objective oversight across governance, risk, internal controls, audit, financial and performance reporting, ICT, and legislative compliance. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening accountability and transparency within the municipality’s public-sector operations.

To be considered, applicants must hold a postgraduate qualification in a relevant field such as risk management, auditing, accounting, performance management, ICT, information systems, public administration, or a related discipline. At least seven years of professional experience in risk management, performance management, ICT, auditing, governance, or related areas is required. While not mandatory, five or more years serving on audit, risk, oversight, or similar governance committees will be an advantage, as will a professional designation such as CIA, CISA, CRISC, CISSP, MBA, or an equivalent qualification. The role demands extensive knowledge of enterprise risk management, performance management, ICT governance, cybersecurity, internal controls, and assurance processes. A solid understanding of municipal financial management, performance management legislation, governance frameworks, and public-sector reporting is also essential, along with the ability to analyse complex information, exercise independent judgement, and provide objective professional advice.

The appointed member will contribute to a broad range of oversight and advisory functions. These include evaluating the effectiveness of the municipality’s risk management and control environment, overseeing performance management, monitoring and reporting, and providing guidance on ICT governance, cybersecurity, and technology-related risks. The role also involves reviewing internal audit functions and internal controls, assessing financial and non-financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with corporate governance and legislative requirements. The committee reviews annual financial statements and performance information, considers and monitors findings from the Auditor-General of South Africa, and tracks the implementation of management action plans. In addition, the member may be called upon to address any other matters referred to the committee by Council.

The appointment is for a three-year term, subject to applicable legislation and the municipality’s Audit Committee Charter. Remuneration will follow rates approved by Council and National Treasury requirements. Applicants must not serve on more than two local government audit committees simultaneously, and preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates residing in the Eastern Cape. This is an opportunity for an experienced governance professional to contribute meaningfully to public-sector accountability and service delivery in a coastal municipal environment.