About the Role
The Department of Public Service and Administration is seeking a qualified professional for the role of Deputy Director: Regularity Audit, based in Pretoria. This critical position plays a vital role in ensuring that the internal audit division maintains high standards and accountability through effective stakeholder engagement and auditing processes. As a Deputy Director, you will contribute to the governance of public sector finances, ultimately serving the community by promoting transparency and efficiency within government operations.
In this role, you will be responsible for managing regularity audits, performing quality assurance, and providing strategic leadership to your team. Your work will not only influence the internal audit division but also enhance the overall effectiveness of public service in South Africa. The insights and recommendations you provide will directly impact decision-making processes, making this a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the betterment of your community.
About the Department
The Department of Public Service and Administration is dedicated to ensuring a professional, efficient, and accountable public service that meets the needs of all South Africans. Its mandate includes promoting good governance, ethical behaviour, and public sector reform. Working in this department means being part of a mission that strives to enhance the quality of life for all citizens through responsible and effective public service delivery.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and manage all Regularity audits, ensuring compliance with standards and guidelines.
- Conduct risk assessments and contribute to the development of the three-year rolling audit plan.
- Liaise with stakeholders to maintain strong relationships regarding audit-related matters.
- Oversee quality assurance of regularity audit reports and provide feedback to clients.
- Develop and implement training plans to enhance the skills of Regularity Audit resources.
- Research and identify areas for improvement in audit methodologies and practices.
- Present Regularity Audit reports to stakeholders and report on progress against the audit plan.
What You’ll Need
- A minimum National Diploma (NQF level 6) or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Internal Auditing, Risk Management, or Accounting.
- At least 4 years of experience in an internal audit environment, with 2 years at Assistant Director level or equivalent.
- Strong knowledge of Internal Audit methodologies, fundamentals, and principles.
- Certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is advantageous.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
A Grade 12 is required coupled with a minimum National Diploma (equivalent to NQF level 6) or Bachelor’s Degree (equivalent to NQF level 7) in Internal Auditing or Risk Management or Accounting.A minimum of 4 years’ experience, of which 2 years should be at Assistant Director level or equivalent, obtained in an internal audit environment is required.
Knowledge of Internal Audit Methodologies, Fundamentals and Principles is required.
A certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) will be an added advantage.
Job Duties
Strategic leadership and stakeholder management: Contribute to raising awareness of the Internal Audit division with specific emphasis on Regularity Audit through stakeholder engagement.Execute plans and guidelines to ensure completion of strategic and operational activities.
Liaise, co-coordinate, establish and maintain good relations with stakeholders on audit related matters.
Contribute towards initiatives or recommendations by the Audit Committee.
Audit Process - Risk assessment, audit plan, assurance and advisory services: Manage all Regularity audits and perform quality assurance.
Contribute to the review of the annual risk assessment.
Contribute to the development and alignment of the 3 year rolling audit plan and detailed annual regularity audit plan based on the strategic and operational risks.
Provide advice and guidance on Regularity Audits to be conducted and propose solutions for challenging technical related problems.
Ensure completion of all regularity audits as well as the findings register.
Initial quality assurance of all regularity audit reports before submission.
Providing feedback and clarification to the client relating to Regularity audit reports, control and technology related matters.
Resource management: Manage and develop Regularity Audit resources to ensure effective and efficient delivery and overall achievement of Regularity Audit objectives.
Develop the training plan for Regularity Audit.
Perform resource allocation and priorities across regularity audit projects.
Process improvements and research: Keep abreast of global trends, new developments in the Regularity audit Identify areas for improvement to ensure a sustainable Audit Strategy, Regularity Audit Methodology and Resource Plan to ensure continuity of Regularity audit services.
Management reporting: Manage the Regularity Audit reporting processes.
Present Regularity Audit reports to clients.
Provide feedback on the progress against the approved Regularity Audit plan.
