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Requirements

• A relevant degree in Civil Engineering. A post-graduate qualification will be preferred. Registration in good standing with the Engineering Council of South Africa will be preferred;

Or;

• A relevant post-graduate qualification in Internal Auditing with a Certified Internal Auditor designation. Registration in good standing with the Institute of Internal Auditors of South Africa will be preferred;

And;

• Minimum of five (5) years proven expertise and experience in the above-mentioned fields at a senior management level,


• Minimum experience of three (3) years serving as an Audit Committee member (service in local government preferred),


• In depth understanding of the MFMA, Municipal Systems Act and Municipal Structures Act as well as other relevant municipal legislation and regulations,


• Preparedness to be subjected to security clearance.

Key Performance Areas

• Undertake requirements of section 166 of the Municipal Finance Management Act 56 of 2003 as given effect to by the City’s Audit Committee Charter whilst upholding the following principles: • Independence • Integrity • Objectivity • Competency • Professionalism • Pro-activeness • Confidentiality • Willingness to dedicate time and vigour to Council responsibilities.


• Report to Council at least quarterly as outlined in the guiding Circulars published by the National Treasury.

Core Competence

• Sound knowledge of issues affecting local government as well as service delivery priorities, and, in particular, matters relating to the built environment and service delivery infrastructure.


• Sound knowledge and understanding of legislation, regulations, structures, as well as accounting practices and public sector reporting requirements, applicable to local government.


• Sound knowledge and understanding of project management, corporate governance and internal control principles.


• Sound understanding of the committee position in the governance structure as well as the roles and responsibilities of different assurance providers within the local government assurance universe.


• Ability to work constructively with management to achieve continuous improvement within the Municipality.


• Display of a professional and ethical approach to duties, including an appropriate commitment of time and effort.

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Written applications accompanied by a comprehensive curriculum vitae (with contactable references), copies of ID and qualifications certified not more than six months from date of advert, as well as a motivation to serve as a member of the Audit Committee must be sent to AmandaQ@buffalocity.gov.za or delivered by post or hand delivery to:

           By Post

The City Manager

Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality

P O Box 134,

East London

5200 

By hand

Trust Centre, 10th Floor

Corner Oxford / North End Streets

East London

5200

 

          

Closing Date: 2026-08-20