Audit and Risk Committee Chairperson

As printed in Circular 36 of 2026 · page 82 · open the PDF

POST 36/83: AUDIT AND RISK COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON REF NO DWYPD/ARC/01/2026
SALARY: The appointment will be supported by the terms of reference and a contract. Remuneration will be paid in accordance with the Treasury Regulations 20.2.2.
CENTRE: Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS: Applicant must be in possession of a Grade 12 certificate, appropriate post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognised by SAQA in Law, Accounting, Auditing, Risk Management, Business Management, Law, Public Administration or relevant qualifications; A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in serving on and/or chairing an Audit and Risk Committee, Board, Committee or similar governance/oversight structure; Membership of a recognised professional body such as the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa (IIA SA), Legal Practice Council (LPC), or an equivalent recognised professional body. A sound understanding of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations and applicable public sector governance, audit, risk management and financial reporting frameworks; A sound understanding of the respective roles and responsibilities of the Accounting Officer, Executive Authority, Audit and Risk Committee, Internal Audit and Auditor-General of South Africa; Knowledge of the PFMA, Treasury Regulation and other public sector frameworks; Knowledge and understanding of financial statements, internal controls, risk management, internal and external audit, performance information and governance; Strong leadership, strategic thinking, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills; Independent, integrity, objectivity and professional judgement; Be able to devote sufficient time to the effective discharge of the responsibilities of the Chairperson.
DUTIES: The successful candidate will, amongst others: Provide effective leadership to the Audit and Risk Committee. Ensure that the Committee effectively discharges its responsibilities in accordance with its approved Charter and applicable legislation and prescripts. Facilitate effective oversight of financial reporting, performance information, risk management, internal controls and governance processes. Oversee Internal Audit function to ensure its effectiveness and independence. Facilitate the monitoring the implementation of recommendations arising from internal and external audit processes. Facilitate effective communication and engagement between the Committee, Executive Authority, Accounting Officer, management, Internal Audit and the Auditor-General of South Africa. Ensure that significant governance, risk, control, financial management and audit matters are appropriately considered and escalated. Report to the Executive Authority on the activities and effectiveness of the Audit and Risk Committee. Promote accountability, transparency, ethical conduct and good governance within the Department. Lead the annual assessment of the Audit and Risk Committee.
ENQUIRIES: Mr Vusumuzi Shongwe Tel No: (012) 359 0244 / 060 978 1749
APPLICATIONS: Applicants are urged to submit the applications via email to: ARCChairpersons@dwypd.gov.za. General enquiries may be brought to the attention of Mr Vusumuzi Shongwe Tel No: (012) 359 0244 / 060 978 1749
NOTE: Interested candidates must submit: A comprehensive and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) clearly outlining qualifications, professional experience, governance experience and previous Audit and Risk Committee/Board experience. A covering letter outlining their suitability for appointment as Chairperson of the Audit and Risk Committee. Copies of qualifications and identification. Contact details of at least three recent referees, where applicable. Correspondence is limited to short-listed candidates only; should you not hear from us within six weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Non- RSA citizens/permanent resident permit holders must submit a copy only when shortlisted. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Should you not hear from the Department within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to fill and/or make an appointment to any of the advertised posts. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to an interview, reference checks, qualification verification, and suitability checks including security vetting as such the appointment will be made subject to positive outcomes of the personal suitability checks. Correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only. Recommended applicant will be required to disclose, prior to appointment, any actual, potential or perceived conflicts of interest and any other circumstances that may compromise, or be perceived to compromise, their ability to independently and objectively perform the functions of Chairperson. The Department is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In the filling of these posts, It is the intention of the Department to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of this position and the candidature of persons whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference as the objectives of section 195 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa and the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act 55 of 1998) will be taken into consideration. Preference will be given to Women and Persons with Disabilities.
CLOSING DATE: 26 October 2026 at 16:00