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DIRECTOR: AUDIT AND INTERNAL CONTROL

Department of Health

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R 1 317 384

Closing date

31 August 2026

Reference

G44/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Health

Location

Head Office: Pietermaritzburg

Salary

R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive SMS salary package). (All- inclusive salary packages, which consists of 70% basic salary and 30% flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable rules).

Requirements

Senior Certificate / Grade 12. An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree with Financial Management / Management Accounting / Auditing (NQF Level 7); A minimum of Five (5) appropriate experience at middle/senior management level in an audit/internal control environment; Plus Computer Literacy: MS Office Software Applications; Plus Unendorsed valid Code B driver’s license (Code 08). Training Programmes and/or experience in policy and system development, Project Management as well as appropriate management development programmes will serve as an added advantage. NB: For the Pre-Entry Certificate for SMS, any individual may register for the course and complete such in anticipation of wishing to apply for an SMS post in future. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-courses/sms-pre-entry- programme/.Individuals who have completed the course already, and who are therefore in possession of a certificate are welcome to submit such, however it is not required that an applicant submit such when applying for the post prior to the closing date. However, prior to an appointment being made to any SMS post, the appointee to such a post must have completed the pre-entry certificate and must be in possession of such prior to taking up the post. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be and integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessment to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence and integrity. NB: All shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of work experience endorsed and stamped by the employer/s prior to the date of the interview. Knowledge, Skills, Training And Competencies: The incumbent of this post will report to the Chief Financial Officer and will be responsible to ensure that all 176 audit related matters both internal and external inclusive of the Head Office and all of KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health institutions are addressed, undertaken and finalized, provide support to the Department with regards to co-ordination of all audit matters in the Department and ensure an internal control environment that will achieve efficiency, reduce risks and ensure

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Health. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·Senior Certificate / Grade 12
  • ·An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree with Financial Management / Management Accounting / Auditing (NQF Level 7)
  • ·A minimum of Five (5) appropriate experience at middle/senior management level in an audit/internal control environment
  • ·Plus Computer Literacy: MS Office Software Applications
  • ·Plus Unendorsed valid Code B driver’s license (Code 08)
  • ·Training Programmes and/or experience in policy and system development, Project Management as well as appropriate management development programmes will serve as an added advantage
  • ·NB: For the Pre-Entry Certificate for SMS, any individual may register for the course and complete such in anticipation of wishing to apply for an SMS post in future
  • ·The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www
  • ·za/training-courses/sms-pre-entry- programme/
  • ·Individuals who have completed the course already, and who are therefore in possession of a certificate are welcome to submit such, however it is not required that an applicant submit such when applying for the post prior to the closing date

Key Duties

  • ·The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others: Provide overall leadership and management of the component inclusive of the development of strategic and operational plans, implementation and monitoring to ensure the achievement of specific, identified objectives
  • ·Organisational needs addressed
  • ·Type of audit outcome (A-G’s audit)
  • ·Level of audit preparedness Ensure the effective and efficient management and utilisation of all resources attached to the component, inclusive of physical, financial and human resources
  • ·Manage all audit related matters emanating from both internal and external audits, inclusive of facilitation, reporting, remedial activities and control assessments
  • ·Develop, implement and monitor strategies, policies and systems in line with applicable legislation/frameworks for the strengthening of the internal control environment in the Department
  • ·Provide an audit liaison function in relation to all oversight committees relevant to the Department, the office of the Auditor-General and the Provincial Treasury

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Check the advert before attaching ID or qualification copies. Supporting documents may be requested only from shortlisted candidates.
  • Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to ddsbdrecruit77@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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How do I apply for the DIRECTOR: AUDIT AND INTERNAL CONTROL position at Department of Health?+

Applications for this post are submitted by email. Sign up on NewGenJobs, complete your profile, and use the one-click auto-apply feature - we attach your CV and the completed Z83 form (for government posts) and send the application directly to Department of Health from your Gmail account. The closing date is 31 August 2026.

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What is the salary for the DIRECTOR: AUDIT AND INTERNAL CONTROL position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 317 384. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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