Assistant Director: Internal Audit at Department of Higher Education and Training

REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate bachelor’s degree / national diploma (NQF Level 6) in Internal Auditing or related qualification. Registration with a professional body, professional qualification / designation such as Internal Audit Technician or Professional Internal Auditor will be an added advantage. A minimum of four (4) years’ experience in internal and/or external audit, including at least three (3) year’s experience at supervisory level. Experience in specialised audits such as Information Technology auditing and/or forensic auditing will be an added advantage.

DUTIES :

• Provide input in the development of the annual internal audit plan and rolling three-year plan. Perform and/or review planning, execution, and reporting of internal audits as per the approved Internal Audit Plan and in accordance with the Global Internal Audit standards and best practice. Complete and/or review audit working papers of high quality in accordance with the Internal Audit methodology of the NSF. Draft and/or review internal audit findings. Drafting of internal audit reports. Obtaining management comments and finalise the report within agreed timelines. Perform follow up audits on internal audit and/or external audits. Assist with queries of compliance or performance put forward to the internal audit directorate and assist with performing of compliance and performance audits where required. Compile and/or review an indexed and audit file for each audit conducted, according to quality procedure and policy requirements. Meet deadlines for submissions. Examine and execute the effectiveness and efficient use of resources. Review current audit systems and processes to recommend improvements to enhance effectiveness. Flag audit risks and breakdowns in the internal control environment. Contribute to raising awareness of the internal audit directorate unit by engaging with stakeholders. Compile and review regular time sheets. Supervision, coaching, training and motivation of team members. Prepare progress and audit reports for management. Assists the supervisor in the performance of internal audit reviews. Monitor time and progress on projects and report to Deputy Director. Provide administrative support to the Internal Audit Directorate, including secretariat support to the Audit Committee, when assistance is required. Keep abreast with global trends and best practice. Adhere at all times to the values of the National Skills Fund. Operate within the policies, procedures and rules of the National Skills Fund