JOBS AT GOVERNMENT COMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION SYSTEM (GCIS)

Join GCIS and Make an Impact: Audit Committee Member Opportunity

Are you a seasoned legal or governance professional looking to make a meaningful contribution to public sector accountability?

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) invites applications from highly qualified individuals to serve as a Member of its Audit Committee. This is a prestigious opportunity to influence governance excellence and strengthen oversight within a key national institution.

GCIS proudly supports employment equity and encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, and previously disadvantaged individuals.

Why This Opportunity Matters

As an Audit Committee Member, you will play a vital role in:

• Strengthening governance and accountability

• Enhancing risk management and internal controls

• Supporting transparent financial and non-financial reporting

• Upholding compliance with legislative and regulatory frameworks

Position at a Glance

• Title: Audit Committee Member

• Reference: 3/1/5/1-26/01

• Location: Pretoria

• Term: 3 years (renewable for a further 3 years)

• Commitment: 6 meetings per year (4 ordinary, 2 special)

Remuneration

Competitive remuneration aligned with National Treasury Regulation 20.2.2 in terms of the PFMA, 1999.

Who Should Apply?

You are encouraged to apply if you have:

• An LLB degree or equivalent SAQA-recognised qualification

• Extensive experience as a legal practitioner, ideally at senior or executive level

• A strong track record serving on Boards, Audit, or Risk Committees

• The ability to function independently as a non-executive committee member

• A commitment to ethical leadership and good governance

Public sector experience will be a strong advantage.

Your Key Contributions Will Include

• Providing oversight of governance, risk, and internal control environments

• Assessing the performance of Internal and External Audit functions

• Reviewing financial and performance reports

• Supporting compliance and assurance processes

• Advising on IT governance and financial management best practices

How to Apply

Submit the following:

• A completed and signed new Z83 form

• A detailed CV

Send applications to:
The Director-General, GCIS
Private Bag X745, Pretoria, 0001

📧 Email: recruitment@gcis.gov.za
👤 Attention: Ms P. Kgopyane

No certified documents are required at this stage — shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date

🗓 06 February 2026

Applications received after the closing date or not meeting requirements will not be considered.

Important to Note

• Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation certificate

• The successful applicant must undergo Top Secret security clearance

• Appointment is subject to full verification processes

• If you have not been contacted within three months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful

Need More Information?

📞 Contact Mr Sathasivan Vandayar at (012) 473 0304