Rand Water Board Members x12 | Rand Water

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To provide an oversight role and constructive engagement as a non-executive member of the Rand Water Board. 
• To support the Rand Water Executive Management to deliver value-added services and business confidence in discharging their roles and responsibilities commensurate to a leading bulk water services utility in South Africa.
• To provide strategic guidance, uphold sound governance principles, and support Rand Water management in fulfilling its vision of delivering sustainable, reliable, and high-quality water services to South Africa.

Minimum Requirements    

• Minimum: an Appropriate Recognized Bachelor’s Degree Qualification at NQF Level 7.
• Desired: an Appropriate Recognized Tertiary Qualification at NQF Level 9 or equivalent.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:   
• Engineering and science with demonstrable experience, expertise and specialisation in water services management, water resource management, water project management, environmental management, construction management as well as Construction Occupational Health and Safety.  
• Commercial law, corporate governance, compliance and risk management and stakeholder relations management.
• Accounting, treasury, investments and financial management, supply chain management, and information and digital technology governance and information management (DTIM). 
• Project management, especially the management of large capital expenditure or infrastructure projects and water project management, and understanding of the regulatory framework governing such projects.
• At least five (5) years’ experience as a non-executive director in 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 Rand Water. 
• At least five (5) years’ experience as a member of a board committee within a governance centered organization, preferably in the Water Sector or related Sector. 
• Proven experience of at least 5 -10 years at Executive / Senior managerlevel,  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. 
• Understanding 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; 
• Experience in the governance of either Medical Schemes Act or Pension Funds Act or similar employee funds , as well as understanding of the rules of such funds / applicable legislation, will be advantageous.
• Personal attributes of objectivity, integrity, good reputation, commitment.
• Should be a South African citizen by birth.
• Primary Duties    
• Exercise oversight on the implementation of the Rand Water strategy, business model and the overall policies as applicable to the business operations. 
• Contribute relevant technical skills and knowledge to assist the Board to effectively discharge its mandate and to exercise its fiduciary responsibilities.
• Exercise independent oversight on the management of strategic risks within the organization and review the implementation of the required risk mitigation strategies by Executive Management.
• Provide oversight on the governance and statutory requirements of Rand Water as a State-Owned Entity and ensure overall compliance with the applicable legislative and regulatory framework. 
• Promote accountability principles to ensure that the Rand Water Executive Management achieves the organisation’s vision and financial sustainability.
• Ensure the submission of the required statutory reports to the shareholder and other statutory bodies in line with the stipulated timeframes and statutory compliance requirements; 
• Attend Board and Committee meetings in accordance with the approved Annual Corporate calendar and the 
• approved annual Committee work plan. 
• Contribute towards and positively impact strategic level discussions during Board and/or Committee meetings.

Knowledge    

• In depth knowledge of corporate governance principles and the legislative/regulatory framework governing Water Utilities and SOEs.
• Appreciation of broad economic, commercial, and financial trends.
• Political astuteness and awareness.
• Scientific and engineering disciplines related to water management
• Research, developments and innovation 
• Digital technology and management
• Financial management and accounting
• Corporate governance and risk management
• Compliance and regulatory oversight

Skills    

• Strategic / high-level decision-making and strategic oversight.
• An analytical mind and problem-solving skills.
• Relationship building and conflict management.
• High-level communication skills.
• Strategic planning and execution
• Attitude    
• Objectivity and emotional intelligence.
• Integrity and sound judgment.

Closing Date 2026/01/31