ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INTERNAL CONTROL (GOVERNANCE)
Department of Social Development · western cape · Western Cape Mobility Department
- Closing date
- 19 October 2026
- Reference
- WCMD 52/2026
- Salary band
- R 573 897
- Application method
- Email application
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Vacancy information from the employer
Department: Department of Social Development Location: Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government Salary: R487 197 - R573 897 per annum (Level 09) Requirements: An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in an internal control and governance working environment. Competencies: Knowledge an understanding of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Rendering of proper governance services; External audit processes by AGSA; Rendering of proper assurance services; Policy development and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Policies of the government of the day; Public Finance Management Act, 1999, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements. Skills needed: Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Finance Management; Conflict Management; Risk Management; Planning; Organising; Monitoring and Evaluation; Decision- making; Problem-solving; Reports Writing; Investigations; Interpretation; Ability to work under pressure; Willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines. Duties: External Audit Process by AGSA; Ensure proper governance services; Render proper assurance services; Managerial functions. Application instructions: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co Enquiries: Mr Riaan Wiggill Tel No: (021) 483 0600 Closing Date: s.
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Requirements
- ✓An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification)
- ✓A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in an internal control and governance working environment
- ✓Competencies: Knowledge an understanding of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions
- ✓Rendering of proper governance services
- ✓External audit processes by AGSA
- ✓Rendering of proper assurance services
- ✓Policy development and operational management, monitoring and review processes
- ✓Modern systems of governance and administration
- ✓Public service procedures, processes and systems
- ✓Policies of the government of the day
Key responsibilities
- •External Audit Process by AGSA
- •Ensure proper governance services
- •Render proper assurance services
- •Managerial functions
About Department of Social Development
Social Development is responsible for social welfare policy and services - social grants administration (via SASSA), child protection, support for people with disabilities, substance abuse services, and community development programmes.
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