Deputy Director: Performance Audit at The Government Pensions Administration Agency (GPAA)

Qualification/s Requirements

• A relevant three (3) year National Diploma / Degree in internal audit (at least 360 credits), Minimum six (6) years in Internal Audit environment with three (3) years’ management/middle management experience Professional registration as a certified Internal Auditor (CIA) with the Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa (IISA). Computer literacy which includes a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

Key Performance Areas

The incumbent will be responsible for the following functions and include but not limited to 

• Functional Management of the Internal Audit sub directorate. Ensure the maintenance of efficient and effective controls and the achievement of the objectives of the department by evaluating the department’s controls/objectives, to determine their effectiveness and efficiency through internal audits. Communicate the results of internal Audit engagements. Review, collect information and compile internal audit progress reports to the Accounting Officer and Audit Committee, Quarterly reports and annual reports. Monitor the policy and legislative framework to ensure that cognizance is taken of new developments. Develop and maintain internal audit methodologies, policies and procedures. Provide advice and guidance to role players on the requirements and implementation of internal audit methodologies, policies and procedures.
•  Develop strategic internal audit plans. Identify the key risk areas for the Institution emanating from current operations as set out in the strategic plan and risk management strategy. Participate in the development of the three-year strategic risk based internal audit plan. Develop the annual internal audit operational plan. 
• Keep up to date with new developments in the internal audit environment.  This would, inter alia, entail the following. Study professional journals and publications to ensure that cognizance is taken of new developments. Monitor and study the relevant industry, legislative standard changes and policy frameworks continuously. Engage in relevant continuous professional development activities (tools and techniques) as required / prescribed. 
• Administrative management of Internal Audit sub directorate. Maintain discipline. Manage performance and development. Undertake Human Resource and other related administrative functions. Establish, implement and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements. Develop and manage the operational plan of the sub-directorate and report on progress as required. Develop, implement and maintain processes to ensure proper control of work including the Engagement Work Program. Compile and submit all required administrative reports. Serve on transverse task teams as required. Procurement and asset management. Plan and allocate work. Quality control of work delivered by employees. Functional technical advice and guidance.
•  Manage all resources of the unit. Set, agree and monitor performance of direct reports, check if it is aligned with planned targets. Allocate work according to the individual workload. Identify development and succession planning requirements. Ensure Employment Equity compliance. Monitor that outputs are achieved against business requirements. Facilitate staff productivity and efficiency, minimizing absenteeism and turn-over figures. Motivate staff through the implementation of various reward mechanisms. Facilitate departmental communication through appropriate structures and systems. Manage the budget of the unit and monitor expenditure patterns as per the Prescripts.