INVITATION TO SERVE ON THE AUDIT AND RISK COMMITTEE

SUMMARY:
Amatola Water is a State-owned, water services enterprise established in terms of Water Services Act. As a public utility, its prime function is to provide water services to Municipalities, industry and other communities. Amatola Water’s service area includes Buffalo City, the Amathole District and positions of adjoining districts in the central Eastern Cape.
 
The Amatola Water Board invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to be appointed as an independent external member of its Audit and Risk Committee, specifically to fill a vacancy requiring expertise in Information and Communication Technology (ICT).

POSITION INFO:
Terms of appointment
This appointment is to fill an existing vacancy and the successful candidate will be appointed for the remainder of the current three-year term, ending 31 October 2027. Performance and attendance will be reviewed annually. Reappointment at the end of the term may be considered at the Board’s discretion.

Meeting Frequency
The Audit and Risk Committee meets at least four times per year. Special meetings may be convened if required.

Remuneration
Members are remunerated per meeting, in line with rates determined by the Department of Water and Sanitation under its policy for Board practices and remuneration of members of entities reporting to the Minister.

Applications
Applications are invited from individuals who meet the following criteria:

Eligibility and Requirements – ICT Specialist (1 Position)

• Applicants must meet the following criteria:
• A relevant Postgraduate/Honours Degree (NQF 8) in Computer Science, ICT, or related field.
• 5 to 10 years of senior management experience in Information Security (including Cybersecurity), ICT Governance, and/or leadership in ICT Steering Committees or Audit and Risk Committees, preferably in the public sector.
• Registration or certification with a recognised professional body will be an advantage, including but not limited to:
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
  • Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT)

• Review the annual financial statements of the entity.
• Assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management systems, and ICT governance frameworks.
• Evaluate performance against approved strategic targets and indicators.
• Oversee corporate governance practices, compliance with the PFMA, and other applicable laws.
• Review and recommend approval of:
  • Internal Audit Plan and Charter
  • Audit and Risk Committee Charter
• Monitor resolution of internal and external audit findings.
• Engage, as required, with the Board or Department of Water and Sanitation on issues raised by the Auditor-General or other governance matters.

• A detailed covering letter
• An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae
• Certified copies of relevant qualifications and professional memberships
• Contact details of two professional references