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  • Full Time
  • Law / Legal, South Africa

Amahlathi Local Municipality

Chairperson: Financial Disciplinary Board

Amahlathi Municipality is a local municipality in the Amathole District Municipality, Eastern Cape province, South Africa. The name “Amahlathi” comes from isiXhosa and means “a place where many trees are grouped together, a forest.” Forests are a key feature of the area.

  • Job Type: Contract
  • Qualification: Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree
  • Experience: 5 years
  • Location: Eastern Cape
  • Job Field: Law / Legal

Requirements

  • LLB degree or related qualification specializing in Labour Law
  • At least 5 years’ experience in practicing law, or a Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Investigation
  • Certified Fraud Examiner
  • Member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
  • Certificate in Chairing a disciplinary hearing
  • At least 5 years’ experience in forensic investigation, risk management, or auditing

Competency Requirements

The chairperson of the Municipal Disciplinary Board should meet these competency requirements:

  • Leadership and personal qualities suitable for the role
  • Strong ability to communicate effectively, lead, and participate in professional discussions
  • Clear understanding of the Disciplinary Board’s position in the governance structure, including its roles and responsibilities
  • Skills to conduct the board’s affairs efficiently and effectively
  • Good knowledge of handling allegations and investigations
  • Solid understanding of issues affecting local government
  • Ability to advise the Council, Municipal Manager, and management team

Required Expertise and Skills

Expertise and experience in the following areas:

  • Internal controls
  • King IV Report on Corporate Governance
  • Anti-fraud and anti-corruption measures
  • Financial and management accounting
  • Performance management
  • Risk management
  • Knowledge of municipal legislation
  • Extensive knowledge of the Labour Relations Act

Key Responsibilities

The Disciplinary Board will be expected to:

  • Develop terms of reference to ensure all investigative powers for allegations of financial misconduct rest solely with the Disciplinary Board
  • Assist the Council in investigating allegations of financial misconduct
  • Investigate allegations of financial misconduct when instructed by the Council
  • Conduct a preliminary investigation to check if the allegation has merit and recommend to the Council whether a full investigation is needed
  • Stop the investigation if the allegation is found to be frivolous, vexatious, speculative, or clearly unfounded
  • Carry out a full investigation if allegations are substantiated
  • Prepare and submit reports to the Council for each case, including associated terms of reference
  • Provide recommendations on next steps, such as disciplinary proceedings or other relevant actions
  • Monitor the start of disciplinary proceedings against the alleged offender

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official Amahlathi Local Municipality channels.

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