About the Role
The Department of Health is looking for an Assistant Director: Internal Audit to join their team at the Head Office in East London. This crucial role plays a vital part in ensuring the integrity and efficiency of the department’s operations, directly impacting the quality of public service provided to the community. As an Assistant Director, you will be responsible for facilitating audit planning processes, guiding and supervising internal auditors, and conducting thorough audits, all of which are essential for maintaining accountability and transparency within the department.
In East London, this role stands at the forefront of improving the delivery of health services in the Eastern Cape. By actively participating in the audit process, you will ensure that resources are utilized effectively, compliance is maintained, and risks are managed. Your contributions will not only help enhance the operations of the Department of Health but also foster trust and confidence within the community regarding the management of public funds.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to promoting and ensuring the health and well-being of all South Africans. Its mission encompasses a wide range of activities, from health policy formulation and implementation to the provision of quality health services. Working within this department means being part of a dynamic team that strives to make a positive impact on the lives of citizens across South Africa, reinforcing the importance of public health and effective governance.
As a member of the Department of Health, you will engage in meaningful work that aligns with national goals for improved healthcare outcomes. This department not only focuses on healthcare delivery but also emphasizes governance and risk management, making it an ideal environment for professionals looking to contribute to public service.
What You’ll Do
- Facilitate the audit planning process by identifying and scheduling internal audits.
- Organize team briefings and manage the audit execution process.
- Supervise and guide internal auditors in preparing audit materials and conducting reviews.
- Lead discussions on audit findings with relevant stakeholders.
- Prepare and present internal audit reports to management and facilitate closing meetings.
- Monitor and track the implementation of agreed action plans from audit findings.
- Manage the performance and development of the internal audit team.
- Ensure effective communication and collaboration within the directorate.
What You’ll Need
- National Senior Certificate and a National Diploma (NQF level 6) or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Risk Management, Internal Auditing, BCom Accounting, or BCOMPT.
- Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in internal auditing or a related field.
- Compulsory registration with the Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa.
- Strong knowledge of public sector governance, internal auditing principles, and risk management frameworks.
- Excellent communication, project management, and report writing skills.
- Ability to analyze data effectively and work collaboratively within a team.
- Valid driver’s license and computer literacy.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
National Senior Certificate, National Diploma (NQF level 6) B/ Degree (NQF level 7) in Risk Management/ Internal Auditing/ BCom Accounting/ BCOMPT as recognised by SAQA with 3 years supervisory level experience in the field.Compulsory registration with the Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa.
Knowledge of Public Sector governance and legislation.
Knowledge of departmental policies and operational procedures, internal auditing principles, methodologies and practices, risk management principles and frameworks, financial management and accounting principles, performance information auditing and compliance auditing.
Ability to analyse data.
Good communication skills, project management skills, presentation skills, report writing skills, internal audit, analytical and critical thinking, investigation and evaluation.
Ability to work in a team.
Effective and efficient management and monitoring of organisational budget and expenditure.
Computer literate.
Must possess a valid driver’s licence.
Job Duties
Facilitate the audit planning process.Identify Internal Audits planned to be conducted using the Internal Audit Plan.
Request relevant Auditors for the relevant Audit assignments.
Organise team briefing meetings.
Create audit file on teammate.
Conduct preliminary survey.
Prepare memorandum for draft audit planning.
Conduct pre-engagement meeting with clients.
Guide and review Internal Auditors on preparation of systems descriptions, risk matrix and audit programme.
Facilitate the execution of audit programme.
Review the design of working paper.
Monitor the day-to-day execution and completed working papers.
Review exception standard report.
Lead discussion of audit findings with Auditee.
Supervise Internal Audit team on execution of the Audit programme.
Facilitate the reporting phase of the audit.
Prepare internal audit report.
Present draft Internal Audit reports to the manager and attend relevant reviews.
Organise closing meetings with Auditee.
Communicate audit results of engagement.
Review project file.
Facilitate the monitoring of agreed action plans.
Review and guide Internal Auditors on the implementation of agreed action plans.
Update the Internal Audit Finding Register.
Present draft Internal Audit reports to manager and attend relevant reviews.
Draft a follow-up Internal Audit report.
Communicate audit result with Auditee and Internal Audit Management.
Manage resources within the directorate.
Timeously develop job description.
Manage performance of the directorate.
Manage sound employment relations.
Manage employee conditions of service.
Facilitate coaching, mentorship, training, and development of sub-ordinates for effective and efficient service delivery.
Establish, implement and maintain effective and efficient communication.
Manage asset of the Directorate.
Attend to Internal Audit, Auditor Generals RFIs, Audit Outcomes and Findings.
Draft Audit Committee Chairperson Forum (ACCF) and Chief Audit Executive (CAE) reports.
Update of quality assurance improvement programme.
