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SENIOR PRACTITIONER: INTERNAL AUDIT (

DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION

Salary band

R 413 001

Closing date

13 July 2026

Reference

NSF

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About this role

Department

DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION

Location

Pretoria

Salary

R413 001 per annum (Level 8)

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

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

Notes

The DHA is a merit-based, equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In line with its commitment to promoting representivity, in the filling of entry-level positions preference may be given to locally based candidates on grounds of affordability as well as to (unemployed) youth and the DHA’s interns and learners who have successfully completed their respective skills development programmes. In the filling of all posts, preference may be afforded to persons with disabilities, and in respect of SMS-le vel posts, to women. Persons falling in these categories and who meet the post requirements are preferred. The DHA complies with the Pr

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About the hiring department

This vacancy is within DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION. 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.

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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

Key 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

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✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
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The advertised salary band for this post is R 413 001. 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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