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Invitation To Serve As An Audit Committee Member

NATIONAL SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT

Pretoria, Gauteng Posted 29 Sep 2026 Closing date

Vacancy at a glance

Employer
NATIONAL SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT
Location
Pretoria, Gauteng
Pay or stipend
Members will be remunerated for preparation and attendance of meetings (in line with Treasury Regulations par. 20.2.3).
Closing date
will not be considered.

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Overview

Execute oversight responsibilities regarding risk management, control, governance, information technology, compliance, external and internal audit, management accounts and annual financial statements. Advise the Accounting Officer in the effective executio n of his/her responsibilities.

Requirements

  • Applicants should: Have a relevant degree in Accounting/Auditing/Risk/Legal/ Information Technology
  • A relevant postgraduate qualification would be an added advantage
  • At least 10 years’ experience in a senior / executive role in Accounting /Auditing/ Leg al / Information Technology / Risk and Compliance environments
  • At least 5- 10 years’ experience of serving in Audit Committees or Risk Committees in the Public Sector
  • Membership of a professional body in the respective fields will be an added advantage
  • K nowledge: PFMA, Modified Cash Standards, GRAP or GAAP
  • Attributes: Integrity, dedication, understanding public sector business and controls, good communication skills, inquisitiveness and independent judgment

Responsibilities

  • Execute oversight responsibilities regarding risk management, control, governance, information technology, compliance, external and internal audit, management accounts and annual financial statements
  • Advise the Accounting Officer in the effective executio n of his/her responsibilities
  • Assist in building trust and confidence in how the Department is managed through effective oversight
  • Regulate and discharge all responsibilities as contained chapter 3 of Treasury Regulations issued in terms of the PFMA as w ell as the Audit Committee Charter

How to apply

Application instructions from the official source

Should be addressed to: The Accounting Officer: The National School of Government and be submitted in the following manner: E -mail: [email protected] or hand delivery to The National School of Government, 70 Meintje Str, Trevenna Campus, Sunnyside, Pretoria.

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Enquiries

Recruitment enquiries

Ms. Takalani Madzole Tel No: (012) 441 6151 or [email protected]

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