Durban ICC Non-Executive Director Vacancy

Opportunity Overview

The Durban International Convention Centre (DICC), a catalyst for economic development and job creation in KwaZulu-Natal and the City of Durban, is inviting nominations for a Non-Executive Director to serve on its Board. EThekwini Municipality, as a shareholder, is seeking individuals to contribute to the strategic leadership of this significant entity.

The DICC complex includes the Durban International Convention Centre, the Durban ICC Arena, and the Durban Exhibition Centre. This appointment offers an opportunity to provide strategic direction and an independent perspective to the management of a key municipal entity, aligning with local government's development, transformation, and empowerment agendas.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet the following criteria to be considered for appointment:

• Hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification from a reputable tertiary institution, OR possess extensive demonstrable experience in each relevant sector.
• Have no previous criminal record.
• Be of sound mind.
• Not have been declared insolvent over the past five years.
• Not be under debt counselling.
• Be a South African citizen.

Preference will be given to candidates demonstrating competencies in:

• Marketing, Brand, Social Media, and Business Strategy.
• Built Environment.
• Corporate Governance expertise, including strategic oversight of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles.

Suitability will also be assessed based on:

• Current or previous experience as a non-executive board member.
• Undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications.
• Experience with or knowledge of legislative regulations governing municipal entities (e.g., MFMA).
• Time availability to attend meetings during office hours.

Key Responsibilities

The appointed Non-Executive Director will be expected to:

• Provide strategic direction to the DICC in line with applicable development, transformation, and empowerment agendas of local government.
• Bring an external, independent perspective to the management of the entity.
• Uphold the highest ethical and moral character, maintaining a professional reputation consistent with the role.

What the Work Involves

As a Non-Executive Director, you will serve on the Board of Directors for the Durban International Convention Centre. This role involves attending regular Board and Subcommittee meetings, which take place during office hours. You will work alongside other Non-Executive Directors, contributing to discussions and decisions that shape the strategic direction and governance of the DICC. The Board is appointed by the Council, to whom it provides oversight and guidance for the entity.