IT Auditor – Data Analytics at National Lotteries Commission

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

• The IT Auditor - Data Analytics is responsible for undertaking a spectrum of IT audit engagements to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of ICT, 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 and by using data analytics to improve audit quality.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Informatics, Information Systems, Computer Science, Auditing, Statistics, Mathematics or equivalent.
• ISACA or IIA membership
• Proof of attending scripting course will be an added advantage.
• CIA/CISA/CISM/CRISC/CGIT will be added advantage.

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• At least 3 to 5 years’ working experience in Data Analytics
• Proven experience in using ACL Robotics.
• Proficiency in Scripting (script development and execution) is essential.

KEY DELIVERABLES:

• Identify relevant datasets and perform data collection, processing, analysing, modeling, and virtualisation.
• Perform complex analytics on large data sets to provide actionable intelligence and insights on key risks.
• Working with the different teams in Internal Audit and actively participate in audits as part of data analysis.
• Identify use cases, automation of audit testing and develop techniques for recurring tests
• Define data requirements and data guidelines for Internal Audit.
• Maintaining a Data Library for targeted audit objects.
• Support in the improvement of internal audit processes (reporting, planning, risk assessment, testing,
• Support training and skill building of audit team members to develop/mature data analytics competencies.
• Develop audit findings with all elements of a finding, assess and evaluate audit evidence.
• Compile a draft report based on the findings noted for management comments.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Access
• Audit Command Language (ACL) and BI Tools
• Proficient in scripting
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Problem-Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Interpersonal Skills
• Ethical Judgment
• Industry Knowledge
• Strategic Thinking
• Soft Skills
• Able to execute data analysis task.
• Able to work independently.
• Reporting writing skills
• Able to plan and strategies.
• Able to identify trends and patterns.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

•  Please clearly indicate the reference number of the position you are applying for in the subject line
•  Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply;
•  Correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only;

 Submit your comprehensive C.V with qualifications attached to the following email address: [email protected]