Portfolio Audit Manager (12681) at The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the audit team to ensure that audits are completed timely and meet the required Internal audit standards.
• Performs audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analysing evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures.
• Conducts interviews, reviews documentation, develops and administers surveys, composes summary memorandums, and prepares working papers.
• Examines, evaluates and documents information to support audit results.
• Identifies, develops, and documents audit findings and recommendations using independent judgment on areas being reviewed.
• Communicates the results of the audit to relevant stakeholders through accurate reporting.
• Monitors the implementation of recommended corrective measures by management.
• Will provide support in identifying and evaluating the SABC’s risk areas, and input to the development of the annual audit plan.
• Ensure the protection and confidentiality of information gathered.
• Manage, plan and conduct audits in compliance with the Internal audit standards and departmental procedures to determine the adequacy and efficiency of the control environment.
• Review and provide independent assurance on operational governance risk, controls  and compliance matters.
• Provide input on the development of Group Internal Audit policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s). 
• Implement action plans to manage internal risks identified to mitigate gaps within the Internal Audit Department.
• Effective implementation of Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
• Individual coaching and mentoring conducted on an ongoing basis to meet performance needs.
• Ongoing communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Compile and request training interventions as per the Personal Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members.
• Manage staff and productivity hours.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE STRATEGIC PLAN  

• Provide input in the development and implementation of the Divisional strategy, three year rolling plan and annual audit plan.
• Monitor the implementation of Divisional strategy, three year rolling plan and annual audit plan.
• Review and Report on the achievement of business unit objectives.
• Provide input to support the Division in rendering advisory services.

BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

• Identify and evaluate the SABC’s risk areas and provide key input to the development of the annual audit plan.
• Manage the yearly risk-based audit plan through the execution of audit assignments, consulting projects and management of audit staff.
• Conducts interviews, develops and administer surveys, composes summary memorandums, and prepares working papers.
• Review, examine, evaluate and document information to support audit results.
• Identify, develop, and document audit issues and recommendations using independent judgment concerning areas being reviewed.
• Communicate the results of audits and advisory/consulting projects via written reports and oral presentations to management.
• Develop and maintain productive client and staff relationships through individual contacts and group meetings.
• Represent internal audit on organizational project teams, at management meetings, and with external organizations.
• Monitor that appropriate corrective measures are implemented by management.
• Provide an information data base that records historical and current audit records.

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Manage, plan and conduct audits in compliance with the standards of The Institute of Internal Auditors and departmental procedures to determine the adequacy and efficiency of the overall control environment.
• Review and provide independent assurance on operational governance risk, controls and compliance matters.
• Provide input on the development of policies and (Standard Operating Procedures) SOP’s. 
• Implement action plans to manage internal risks identified to mitigate gaps within Internal Audit Department.

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Engage with stakeholders on audit proceedings from beginning to the end of audit projects.
• Conduct regular engagements with stakeholders to establish emerging risks and client concerns that impact the audit plan.

LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Contract and manage Performance Management System of the team/s in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
• Provide input on adequate staffing for workload, and succession planning.
• Effective briefing and communication with departmental staff.
• Provide and assist in training, coaching, and guidance internal audit staff in conducting audits and other audit-related matters.
• Compile and request training interventions as per the Personal Development Plans (PDP) for all staff members.
• Provide input on retention and attraction of staff.
• Manage employee relations to ensure a conducive and productive working environment.
• Provide input on organizational development initiatives i.e. Wellness, Employment Equity, Career Progression, Talent Management, Human Capital Planning, etc.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

• Manage Operational budget costs effectively and efficiently.
• Manage staff and productivity hours.
• Manage delivery of projects within the set timelines.
• Prevent fruitless and wasteful expenditure by the team.

KNOWLEDGE

• Business planning
• Budget management
• Strategic Management
• Understanding of different operating and application systems
• Financial accounting knowledge
• Project management
• Governance, Risk and Control Systems
• Statutory Acts, Legislations and Regulations
• Leadership and People Management
• Knowledge in applying control frameworks such as COSO and COBIT
• Strategic thinking and ability to improvise and innovate.
• Quality Assurance Reviews principles.

QUALIFICATIONS

• B Com (Internal Auditing) or equivalent qualification at NQF level 7.
• Compulsory professional CIA certification. Other  equivalent professional certification such as CRMA, CISA, CSA, RGA or other similar related qualifications (certification should be active); will be an added advantage.
• Membership of the Institute of Internal Auditors in good standing.

EXPERIENCE

• Six (6) years of experience in internal audit or equivalent, with 3 years at a managerial/supervisory level.