About the Role
The Department of Public Service and Administration is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director: Operational and Compliance Audit to join their team in Pretoria, Gauteng. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that the operational and compliance audits are conducted effectively, contributing to the overall integrity and transparency of public service operations. As an Assistant Director, you will oversee the planning, execution, and reporting phases of audit projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards and timelines defined in the approved audit projects planning memoranda. Your efforts will directly impact the efficiency and accountability of government operations, making a real difference in the community.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Deputy Director: Operational and Compliance Audit, providing weekly updates on project statuses. This position not only offers the chance to develop your professional skills but also allows you to be part of a mission-driven environment, where your contributions help uphold the values of good governance in South Africa. Joining the Department of Public Service and Administration means being part of a team that is committed to enhancing public trust through rigorous audit practices.
About the Department
The Department of Public Service and Administration is dedicated to promoting effective and efficient governance in South Africa. With a focus on improving public service delivery, the department plays an essential role in shaping policies and practices that enhance the quality of life for all citizens. Working here means engaging in meaningful work that directly influences how public resources are managed and how services are provided to the community.
The department’s mission is to ensure that the public service is professional, accountable, and responsive to the needs of the people. As part of this dynamic team, you will be contributing to initiatives that foster transparency and accountability within government, making your work not just a job, but a vital part of the public service landscape.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee the planning of annual audit projects and ensure they meet defined deliverables and timelines.
- Compile planning phase deliverables using electronic audit software in line with departmental standards.
- Supervise the execution of audit projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
- Compile execution phase deliverables and report weekly to the Deputy Director.
- Manage the reporting and closure phases of audit projects, maintaining compliance with internal policies.
- Supervise human, logistical, and financial resources allocated to the role, ensuring optimal use of resources.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 certificate and a National Diploma in Auditing or Accounting (NQF Level 6) or a relevant qualification.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in operational and compliance auditing at a supervisory or senior auditor level.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Knowledge of project management best practices and the Standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proficiency in analytical and problem-solving techniques.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while managing staff relations effectively.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known as Van Der Walt Street) Berea Park, Pretoria, 0001 or by email to [email protected].
Requirements
Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in possession of Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in Auditing / Accounting (NQF Level 6) or relevant related qualification.Minimum of 3 years’ experience in operational and compliance auditing at supervisory / Senior Auditor level.
A valid driver’s licence.
Job related knowledge: Project management best practice, The Standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors, Risk based internal audit methodologies and procedures and software.
Job related skills: Communication (verbal and written).
Interviewing, Analytical and problem- solving ability.
Staff and interpersonal relations.
Project management.
Computer literacy.
Business process analysis.
Risk and control assessment.
Work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Job Duties
Perform and supervise the planning of the annual audit plan projects according to the deliverables and timelines defined on the approved audit projects planning memoranda.Perform and supervise the compilation on the electronic audit software of the planning phase deliverables of the Operational and Compliance Audit Directorate’s projects allocated to this position, in line with the Chief Directorate’s quality standards, methodologies, policies and procedures on a continuous basis and report to the Deputy Director: Operational and Compliance Audit on a weekly basis.
Perform and supervise the execution of the annual audit plan projects according to the deliverables and timelines defined on the approved audit projects planning memoranda.
Perform and supervise the compilation on the electronic audit software of the execution phase deliverables of the Operational and Compliance Audit Directorate’s projects allocated to this position, in line with the Chief Directorate’s quality standards, methodologies, policies and procedures on a continuous basis and report to the Deputy Director: Operational and Compliance Audit on a weekly basis.
Perform and supervise the reporting of the annual audit plan projects according to the deliverables and timelines defined on the approved audit projects planning memoranda.
Perform and supervise the compilation on the electronic audit software of the reporting phase deliverables of the Operational and Compliance Audit Directorate’s projects allocated to this position, in line with the Chief Directorate’s quality standards, methodologies, policies and procedures on a continuous basis and report to the Deputy Director: Operational and Compliance Audit on a weekly basis.
Perform and supervise the closure of the annual audit plan projects according to the deliverables and timelines defined on the approved audit projects planning memoranda.
Perform and supervise the compilation on the electronic audit software of the closure phase deliverables of the Operational and Compliance Audit Directorate’s projects allocated to this position, in line with the Chief Directorate’s quality standards, methodologies, policies and procedures on a continuous basis and report to the Deputy Director: Operational and Compliance Audit on a weekly basis.
Supervise the Operational and Compliance Audit Sub-Directorate’s resources allocated to this position.
Supervise human, logistical and financial resources allocated to this position on an on-going basis in line with the Departmental prescripts.
