This vacancy has closed. It closed on 13 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INTERNAL AUDIT
Department of Higher Education and Training
Branch: Skills Development Component: National Skills Fund Directorate: Internal Audit
- Reference number
- NSF12/07/2026
- Salary
- R487 197 per annum (Level 9)
- Centre
- Pretoria
- Province
- Gauteng
- Closing date
- 13 July 2026
- Circular
- No 22 of 2026
Requirements
An appropriate bachelor’s degree / national diploma (NQF Level 6) in Internal Auditing or related qualification. Registration with a professional body, professional qualification / designation such as Internal Audit Technician or Professional Internal Auditor will be an added advantage. A minimum of four (4) years’ experience in internal and/or external audit, including at least three (3) year’s experience at supervisory level. Experience in specialised audits such as Information Technology auditing and/or forensic auditing will be an added advantage. Sound knowledge of Global Internal Audit Standards, Internal Audit Methodology, Risk Management principles, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and National Treasury Regulations, National Treasury Internal Audit Framework, Public Service Regulations (PSR), Public Service Act (PSA), Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), Occupational Health and Safety standards and Generally Recognised Accounting Practice. Good knowledge of public service mandates and strategies, and in particular the post school education and training system, will be an added advantage. Project Management and ability to meet deadlines. Good verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, analytical skills and attention to detail. Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact at all levels and ability to work in a team. Computer literacy, including experience with Microsoft Office. Administration, planning and organising skills. Supervision, coaching, training and motivation of team members. Ability to work under pressure. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
Duties
Provide input in the development of the annual internal audit plan and rolling three-year plan. Perform and/or review planning, execution, and reporting of internal audits as per the approved Internal Audit Plan and in accordance with the Global Internal Audit standards and best practice. Complete and/or review audit working papers of high quality in accordance with the Internal Audit methodology of the NSF. Draft and/or review internal audit findings. Drafting of internal audit reports. Obtaining management comments and finalise the report within agreed timelines. Perform follow up audits on internal audit and/or external audits. Assist with queries of compliance or performance put forward to the internal audit directorate and assist with performing of compliance and performance audits where required. Compile and/or review an indexed and audit file for each audit conducted, according to quality procedure and policy requirements. Meet deadlines for submissions. Examine and execute the effectiveness and efficient use of resources. Review current audit systems and processes to recommend improvements to enhance effectiveness. Flag audit risks and breakdowns in the internal control environment. Contribute to raising awareness of the internal audit directorate unit by engaging with stakeholders. Compile and review regular time sheets. Supervision, coaching, training and motivation of team members. Prepare progress and audit reports for management. Assists the supervisor in the performance of internal audit reviews. Monitor time and progress on projects and report to Deputy Director. Provide administrative support to the Internal Audit Directorate, including secretariat support to the Audit Committee, when assistance is required. Keep abreast with global trends and best practice. Adhere at all times to the values of the National Skills Fund. Operate within the policies, procedures and rules of the National Skills Fund.
Enquiries
Mr D Moyane (012) 943 3105 / Ms C Els (012) 943 3250 / Ms B Setuki (012) 943 3161
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 22 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 26 June 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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