About the Role
The Department of Public Service and Administration is seeking a dedicated Senior Auditor: Operational and Compliance Audit based in the vibrant city of Pretoria, Gauteng. This critical role is designed for individuals who are passionate about ensuring transparency and accountability within government operations. As a Senior Auditor, you will play a pivotal role in executing various audit projects that are essential for maintaining the integrity of public service. Your work will directly impact the community by promoting sound governance and enhancing the overall efficiency of government functions.
In this position, you will collaborate closely with the Assistant Director: Operational and Compliance Audit and contribute to the planning, execution, and reporting phases of audit projects. Your expertise will help shape the future of governance in South Africa, making this not just a job but a meaningful career in public service. Join a team that values integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to serving the community.
About the Department
The Department of Public Service and Administration is responsible for promoting good governance, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the public service, and ensuring accountability within government entities. Its mission is to create a capable and responsive administration that delivers quality services to the public. Working in this department provides a unique opportunity to be part of a transformative process that plays a vital role in the lives of South Africans.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and plan the annual audit projects in line with approved timelines and deliverables.
- Compile planning phase deliverables using electronic audit software while adhering to quality standards and methodologies.
- Execute the annual audit projects and ensure that all deliverables are met within set timelines.
- Compile execution phase deliverables and continuously report progress to the Assistant Director.
- Manage the reporting phase of audit projects according to defined scopes and timelines.
- Ensure the closure of audit projects meets quality standards and is reported appropriately.
What You’ll Need
- A minimum of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in Auditing, Accounting, or an equivalent qualification (NQF Level 6).
- At least 2 years of experience in Operational and Compliance Auditing.
- A valid driver’s license is required.
- Strong knowledge of the Institute of Internal Auditors’ standards and risk-based internal audit methodologies.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proficient in analytical thinking, problem-solving, and business process analysis.
- Competence in computer literacy and risk and control assessment.
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 related equivalent qualification.Minimum of 2 years' experience in Operational and Compliance Auditing.
A valid driver’s licence.
Job related knowledge: Standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors, Risk based Internal Audit methodologies and procedures and software.
Job related skills: Communication (verbal and written).
Interviewing and Analytical thinking.
Problem solving.
Computer literacy.
Business process analysis.
Risk and control assessment.
Job Duties
Perform the planning of the annual audit plan projects according to the deliverables and timelines defined on the approved audit projects planning memoranda.Perform 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, methodology, policies and procedures on a continuous basis, and report progress to the Assistant Director: Operational and Compliance Audit on a weekly basis.
Perform the execution of the annual audit plan projects according to the deliverables and timeline defined on the approved audit projects planning memoranda.
Perform the compilation on the electronic audit software of the execution phase deliverable’s 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 continuous basis, and report progress to the Assistant Director: Operational and Compliance Audit on a weekly basis.
Perform the defined scope of the reporting of the annual audit plan projects according to the deliverables and timelines defined on the approved audit projects planning memoranda.
Preform the compilation on the electronic audit software of the defined scope of the reporting phase deliverable 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 procedure on continuous basis and report progress to the Assistant Director: Operational and Compliance Audit on a weekly basis.
Perform the closure of the annual audit plan projects according to the deliverables and timelines defined on the approved audit projects planning memoranda.
Perform 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 continuous basis and report progress to the Assistant Director: Operational and Compliance Audit on a weedy basis.
