Audit and Risk Committee Members (X5 Posts)
Department
Department of Basic Education
Location
Pretoria, National
Salary
Remuneration in accordance with National Treasury Regulation 3.1.6, read with Regulation 20.2.3, for meeting preparation and attendance
Closing date
05 Oct 2026
Reference number
DBE/68/2026
How to apply
- Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number DBE/68/2026.
- Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
- Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
- Make sure it arrives before the closing date — 05 Oct 2026. Late applications are not considered.
Requirements
SAQA-recognised NQF Level 6 in Accounting, Auditing, Finance, Compliance, Business Management, Risk Management, IT or Law. Chairperson: minimum 10 years' senior/executive experience; members: 5–10 years' senior/executive management experience. Combined expertise in auditing, governance, risk, ICT, organisational performance, performance information or law. Prior audit, risk or anti-fraud committee experience strongly preferred. Independence, integrity, objectivity, reliability, communication and leadership skills; knowledge of governance, internal controls, risk principles and the education sector.
Duties
Participate in committee meetings; review controls, governance, risk management and financial/performance reporting. Approve audit plans and review outcomes; monitor audit recommendations. Audit chairperson leads meetings, guides strategic risk discussions and engages management and auditors. Risk chairperson chairs the Risk Management Committee and serves on the Audit Committee; advises on risk frameworks, identification, mitigation and appetite; monitors mitigation plans, business continuity and fraud prevention; presents quarterly risk reports.
Enquiries
Ms N Monyela: (012) 357 3294; Mr M Segowa: (012) 357 4291
How to apply
Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 34 of 2026.
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