Non-Executive Directors

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: APPOINTMENT OF X4 INDEPENDENT NON-EXECUTIVE
DIRECTORS TO THE BOARD OF THE RAND WATER FOUNDATION (NPC).
The board of Rand Water calls for applications from suitable persons for appointment to serve as non-executive members of the board of the Rand Water Foundation (NPC), for a four-year term, commencing 01 June 2026 – 31 May 2030.

The Rand Water Foundation (the Foundation) was established in 2001 in terms of section 21 of the repealed Companies Act 61 of 1973. Following the promulgation of the Companies Act No 71 of 2008, the Foundation was classified as and is now registered as a Not-For Profit Company (NPC).
The Foundation is wholly owned by Rand Water and is mandated to co-ordinate, administer and manage Rand Water’s Corporate Social Investment (CSI) resources by undertaking community development projects in partnership with various donors.

OVERALL ROLE RESPONSIBILITY

To provide an independent oversight role as a member of the board of the Rand Water Foundation to ensure that the Foundation plays a strategic developmental role and contributes towards Rand Water’s socio-economic developmental imperatives, the Department of Water and Sanitation’s
developmental priorities, the national government’s broader objectives and growth and development in South Africa.

PRIMARY DUTIES

(a) Provide oversight on the governance and statutory requirements of the Foundation and ensure overall compliance with the applicable legislative and regulatory framework.
(b) Exercise oversight on the implementation of the Foundation’s strategy, business model and the overall policies as applicable to the business operations.
(c) Contribute relevant technical and independent governance knowledge to assist the board of the Foundation to effectively discharge its mandate and to exercise its fiduciary responsibilities.
(d) Promote accountability principles to ensure that the Executive Management of the Foundation achieves the organisation’s vision and financial sustainability.
(e) Exercise independent oversight on the management of strategic risks within the Foundation and review the implementation of the required risk mitigation strategies by Executive Management.

(f) Ensure the submission of the required statutory reports by the Foundation to Rand Water as Shareholder and / or other statutory bodies, in line with the stipulated timeframes and statutory compliance requirements.
(g) Attend meetings of the board and committee (s) of the Foundation, in accordance with the approved Annual Corporate calendar of meetings and the approved annual work plans of the board and / or committees (s) of the Foundation.
(h) Contribute towards and positively impact strategic level discussions during meetings of the board and/or committee (s) of the Foundation.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERTISE

(a) Appropriate recognised Tertiary Qualification at NQF Level 7 or equivalent in the following: Non-profit Sector, Environment, Governance and Sustainability (ESG), Engineering, Accounting, Law, Audit, Risk / Compliance, Cyber Security and IT Governance, or similar fields.
(b) At least five (5) years’ experience as a non-executive director within a governance centered organization, preferably in the Water Sector or related sector (s). Preference will be given to candidates with seasoned business / governance / professional expertise who have served on a Board and/or Board Structures in an executive / non-executive capacity, in of a private and/or public sector entity or an organisation similar to the Foundation.
(c) At least three (3) years’ experience serving on an Audit Committee / board of an ESG / Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) / Not-For-Profit companies (NPCs).
(d) Proven experience of at least 5 -10 years at Executive / Senior manager level, in an organization similar to Rand Water and experience interacting at Board/Committee level and demonstrable experience in navigating Board and / or management and / or boardroom dynamics.
(e) Project management experience, especially the management of large capital expenditure or infrastructure projects and water project management and understanding of the regulatory framework governing such projects.
(f) Understanding of and appropriate knowledge and experience on the role of the Board, director’s fiduciary duties in accordance with the requirements the PFMA and WSA, King IV Code on Good Corporate Governance in South Africa (King IV), the Companies Act and other codes / legislation applicable to boards.

Added Advantage:
– Chartered Director (SA)® or Certified Director® or membership of a relevant professional body to demonstrate sound knowledge underpinned by the Director Competency Framework in line with the IoDSA or other professional body, as well as demonstrated depth and breadth of knowledge, skills and experience.

DESIRED CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:
(a) Appropriate knowledge of, understanding and experience in exercising fiduciary duties of a director in accordance with the provisions of, inter alia, the Companies Act, PFMA, King Code of Good Corporate Governance (King IV) and other compliance and regulatory requirements relevant to the NPCs.
(b) Understanding of the governance compliance requirements relating to public sector entities, State Owned Entities and NPCs, including the statutory reporting obligations of an NPC of a State-Owned Entity (SOE).
(c) Demonstrable understanding of the water sector and understanding of the compliance requirements relating to, inter alia, water service provision, (CSR) initiatives and the national water imperatives.
(d) Seasoned CSR professional with extensive experience and requisite skills set in serving in a board / committee of a NPC, Development Trust, or State-Owned Entity (SOE) or private sector entity.
(e) Demonstrable experience and track record in implementing and overseeing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) investments / initiatives and projects in public, private, community development and / or not for profit sectors.
(f) Proven expertise in the boardroom set-up with demonstrated depth and breadth of experience to adequately oversee organisational turn-around strategies, risk management strategies and the ability and expertise to navigate a complex compliance environment;
(g) Ability to manage a diverse range of Stakeholders.
(h) Personal attributes of objectivity, integrity, emotional intelligence, sound professional reputation, commitment.

SKILLS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
In depth knowledge of corporate governance principles | Mandatory legislative and regulatory framework governing the Foundation / similar institutions. | CSR Investments. | Appreciation of broad economic, commercial and financial trends | Strategic / high-level decision making and strategic oversight | An analytical mind and problem solving problem-solving astuteness and awareness | Relationship building and conflict management | Attention to detail | Communication skills | Integrity and sound judgment | Objectivity | Emotional intelligence.

GROUNDS FOR DISQUALIFICATION
A candidate will not be considered to hold office as a member of the RWF Board if he/she is inter alia, is an unrehabilitated insolvent, has been previously convicted of any offence involving dishonesty, fraud and/or sentenced to imprisonment without an option of a fine and/or is disqualified in law to hold the office of director. Applicants should be South African citizens.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Upon appointment, the Board of Rand Water reserves the right to conduct probity checks (criminal and civil records; reference checks; verification of qualifications and experience; credit record and integrity test) on shortlisted applications prior to their appointment.

STIPENDS AND / OR REMUNERATION:
Successful candidates appointed to the board of the Foundation, will receive remuneration for sitting fees and allowable expenses incurred as part of their attendance / official duties. The remuneration rates for board members will be determined and approved by Rand Water as the Shareholder, in line with its board remuneration policies and practices.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
To apply, candidates must submit the following Documents electronically to the e-mail address provided below:
1. Covering letter indicating the candidate’s suitability for the position;
2. Recent and comprehensive CV / professional profile;
3. Copies of qualifications; and
4. Copy of RSA Identity Document (ID).

Candidates should apply for the above positions through the Rand Water website, under Rand Water Careers and apply on the link: https://randwater.erecruit.co/candidateapp/Jobs/Browse.

Kindly note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only and no correspondence will be entered into with candidates after the closing date.
Due to the anticipated volume of applications, if you do not receive correspondence from Rand Water three (3) months after the closing date, kindly consider your application as having been unsuccessful.
Closing date for applications: 31 March 2026.