Internal Auditor – Internal Audit & Advisory Services Division (Pretoria) at National Lotteries Commission

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• The incumbent will be responsible for undertaking audit engagements to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of financial and operational controls within the NLC to ensure that it is in accordance with corporate governance, the PFMA as well as other applicable laws and regulations and to inform the relevant stakeholders on the state of the control environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION

• Relevant Degree in Internal Auditing
• Internal Audit Technician (IIA) (SA)
• Member of the IIA

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• At least 3 years’ experience in internal auditing

KEY DELIVERABLES

• Develop a comprehensive audit plan outlining the scope, objectives, methodologies, resources, and
• timelines for the audit engagement.
• Evaluate and document the organisation's key risks, including identification, analysis, and assessment
• of potential vulnerabilities.
• Create a detailed audit program specifying the procedures and tests that will be performed during the
• audit, including sampling methods, data sources, and audit tools.
• Maintain organized and well-documented working papers that include notes, calculations, checklists,
• and supporting evidence gathered during the audit process.
• Present findings, observations, and any identified deficiencies or non-compliance issues in a structured
• report format. Include clear descriptions of the issues, their significance, and potential impacts.
• Provide practical and actionable recommendations for addressing the identified issues, improving
• internal controls, and enhancing processes or procedures.
• Document the management's responses to the audit findings and recommendations, including action
• plans, timelines, and responsible individuals or departments.
• Conduct follow-up audits to assess the progress of remediation efforts and confirm that management
• has taken appropriate actions to address identified deficiencies.
• Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP) Documentation: Maintain records related to the
• internal audit
• Assist with the preparation of reports to be distributed and presented to EXCO, NLC Board, Audit
• Committee and the Commissioner

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• Accounting and Financial Knowledge
• Risk Assessment
• Audit Methodologies.
• Data Analysis
• IT and Cybersecurity Skills
• Regulatory Compliance

Soft Skills:

• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Problem-Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Interpersonal Skills
• Ethical Judgment
• Industry Knowledge
• Strategic Thinking