Deputy Director: Internal Audit, Ref No. DOTP 58/2025 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose

• The Department of the Premier, Western Cape, Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage internal audits in compliance with the approved internal audit methodology, evaluating the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of governance, risk management and control.

Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) majoring in Accounting and/or Auditing
• A minimum of 3 years internal audit supervisory/management experience (ASD level).

Recommendation

• A valid code B driving licence.
• NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Key Performance Areas

• Develop an Internal audit plan for the department, consulted with appropriate client management and approved by the audit committee
• Issue 100% of internal audit reports in accordance with the approved IA plans, per quarter
• Conduct planning and project management on internal audit engagements
• Conduct execution and reporting on internal audit engagements
• Implement systems to ensure objectives are achieved, quality is assured, and staff are developed
• Clear, concise, factual, and informative reporting quarterly to the audit committee and to client executive management on a monthly basis
• Consistently comply with the relevant service standards measures in the department’s service schedules for internal audit.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following:

• Audit practices: Strategic Planning and Management
• Audit practices: Engagement planning and execution
• Audit practices: Reporting and progress monitoring
• International standards for the professional practice of internal audit
• Governance principles
• Risk management principles
• Internal control systems.
• Skills needed: Analytical thinking; Project management; Information gathering; Client focus; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Communication skills (written and verbal); Continuous learning; Developing others; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Remuneration

• All-inclusive salary package of R 896 436 per annum (Salary Level 11)

Closing Date

• 2025/08/18