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SENIOR PRACTITIONER: INTERNAL AUDIT

Department of Higher Education and Training

Branch: Skills Development Component: National Skills Fund Directorate: Internal Audit

Reference number: NSF 26/07/2026
Salary: R413 001 per annum (Level 8)
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 three (3) years’ experience within the internal audit and/or external audit environment. Experience in specialised audits such as Information Technology auditing and/or forensic auditing will be an added advantage. Competencies: Sound knowledge of Global Internal Audit Standards, Internal Audit Methodology, Risk Management principles, National Treasury Internal Audit Framework, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations, 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, 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. Ability to work under pressure. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Duties

Provide administrative support to the Internal Audit Directorate, including secretariat support to the Audit Committee, when assistance is required. Assist with the planning, execution, and reporting of internal audits as per the approved Internal Audit Plan and in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards and best practice. Complete audit working papers of high quality in accordance with the Internal Audit methodology of the NSF. Draft internal audit findings. Assist with drafting of reports when required. Assist with 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 an indexed and audit file for each audit conducted, according to quality procedure and policy requirements. Meet deadlines for submissions. 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 by engaging with stakeholders. Compile regular time sheets. Supervise Interns. Provide secretariat services during the audits such as recording, compilation and distribution of minutes of meetings, where 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 Tel No: 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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