Member of the Audit Committee MAC at Government Communication and Information System (GCIS)

Requirements: 

• Applicants should be in possession of a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree or equivalent related qualification as recognised by SAQA.  
• Experience as a legal practitioner in legal and compliance at an executive level (as a Board of Directors, a Board Committee member, Audit Committee, particularly in the public sector at a senior level, will be given preference.
• Interested candidates must be independent non-executives and may not have business interests or dealings with the GCIS.
• Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate experience in participating in governance structures – especially the Audit and Risk Committee, ability to dedicate their resources to the work of the GCIS Audit Committee.

Duties: 

• The successful candidate will operate in accordance with an approved Audit Committee charter.  
• The responsibilities include overseeing the system of governance, risk and control and making recommendations to the Accounting Officer on the adequacy and effectiveness of: Internal and External Audit, Internal Controls, Risk Management, Governance (including IT Governance), Financial Management, Financial and Non-Financial Reporting, and Compliance with Laws and Regulations.
• Additionally, helping the Accounting Officer in ensuring an effective combined assurance plan is developed and implemented.

Closing date: 06 February 2026