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AUDITOR-GENERAL

SENIOR MANAGER (MATERIAL IRREGULARITY)- TECHNICAL AUDIT SUPPORT BU
Job ID 4886
Location Gauteng
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular

Requirement Overview
The Technical Audit Support (TAS) Business Unit (BU) provides technical audit support services to enable the organisation’s vision and strategy.
This is accomplished through the technical audit support programme that seeks to enable the consistent and sustainable adherence to high quality standards and value add on audits, assurance and related services engagements performed by the AGSA.
The Senior Technical Manager: MI manages technical specialists that engage in research, development and support in public sector auditing relating to NOCLAR, consequence management as well as all elements and impacts in the MI definition. The Senior Technical Manager: MI is also responsible for building and maintaining relationships with internal and relevant external stakeholders to support the AGSA objectives and benefit the public sector in general.
This job requires an authoritative knowledge of PAA and its regulations as well as public sector auditing standards, concepts, principles and general practices.

Roles & Responsibilities

Strategic Function

Provide strategic input in the development of AGSA Enforcement related strategic initiatives.
Contribute to the Business Unit (BU) compilation of the Performance Scorecard and drive timely delivery of the scorecard initiatives.
Ensure that the BU strategic objectives are aligned and contribute to the achievement of the strategic objectives of the AGSA.
Support the Business Unit Leader and Deputy Business Unit leader in managing key strategic projects of the BU.

Product Management

Continuously scan the developments in the profession and emerging issues to identify audit support needs on MIs and the consequence management compliance theme.
Influence the developments in the profession/standard setters/legislative owners with public sector audit insights.
Develop, roll out and maintain guidance related to this AGSA product.
Proactive assessment of technical support needs on this audit product and devising means to address these needs.
Continuously scan for innovative ways of providing support and or improving the quality of the audits we conduct in this area.
Training auditors and leadership on technically complex matters.
Maintain relevance of support by gaining ongoing exposure through performance of some audits
Supervise the work of the team of specialists when providing technical views on consultations.
Guide the technical specialists (managers) in the planning of project decisions.
Monitor project execution and adherence to timeline and quality requirements.
Conceptually integrate the diverse functions of accounting, auditing, legislation, legal matters, ethics, into technical guidance.
Formulate new technical policies, procedures and guidance to be followed by the audit staff and develop improved ways of executing the audit.
Assess the impact of research outcomes and identify stakeholders affected.
Consult with internal stakeholders to evaluate proposed practices & procedures for validity & practicality.
Ensure the compatibility and congruence of auditing guidelines with the Auditor General mandate as per the Constitution, Public Audit Act and Professional Best Practices.
Manage dissemination of information to stakeholders through written guidelines and through the implementation of multiple means of communication to ensure that technical messages are received by audit staff.
Provide technical inputs to the other functions within TAS in respect of technical documents issued to auditors.
Perform project management on all projects in the centre to ensure that deadlines are met

Stakeholder Management

Liaise and interact with all key stakeholders & management to share information, resolve challenges and make recommendations for improvements.
Engage with various audit business units and provide the required support.
Provide technical support and advice to audit business units through technical opinions/guidance pro-actively and on request during audit cycles ensure that quality audits are performed and high impact MIs are identified.
Provide technical guidance on audit matters impacting the audits at Technical fora.
Support BU leadership with technical administrative functions for technical support stakeholders such as relevant and timely responses on consistency matters, emerging issues, stakeholder feedback, and regular feedback on progress on technical support developments.
Timely and relevant inputs to/from other Technical Audit Support centres in other areas of specialism on integrated support tools.
Respond to quality support recommendations for improvement to quality of working papers and design to achieve efficiency.
Support to other BUs in the preparation for external reporting.

People Management

Manage team performance to drive productivity.
Motivate, coach and mentor staff to ensure maximum productivity and development of the staff to their full potential.
Appointment of contract in staff/pooling of staff to ensure that risks and resource requirements are properly addressed.
Implement the activities outlined on the BU People Plan.
Cascade Vision achievement/ organisation alignment messages and commitments.
Contribute to transformation/culture plans.
Participate in initiatives to attract talent.
Ensure on-going development of specialist skills and transfer of specialized skills in BUs.
Performance management of centre in line with Balance scorecard and staff as per individual performance contracts.
Support collaboration and resource sharing initiatives for managers and assistant managers in the different centres in technical audit support to improve succession planning and technical audit support business continuity.
Recruit and appoint staff and manage retention of staff.

Financial management

Responsible for compiling and managing the centre budget to ensure adherence to the required financial performance standards.
Ensure compliance with internal processes and procedures.
Ensure return on investment in terms of staff cost by managing and monitoring productivity of staff

Minimum of 8 years experience, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a managerial role.
Public sector audit experience.
Authoritative knowledge of the MI process, public sector legislation, auditing concepts, principles and practices
Experience in leading and coordinating the activities of a team of qualified professionals.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Ability to manage and execute projects.
Soundly skilled in providing vision and strategy.
Critical thinking and risk awareness.
Effective problem solving ability.
Conflict management
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills.
Sound mentorship and coaching ability with desire to develop self and others.
Highly adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease.
Experience in research and development of guidance will be an advantage.
A good performance record of accomplishment in the specialist area of auditing AOPO and compliance will be an advantage.
A good performance record of accomplishment in the specialist area of auditing AOPO and compliance will be an advantage.
A valid driver’s license is an inherent requirement of the position.

Closing Date: 09 September 2024

Closing Statement

This appointment is subject to the preferred candidates obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment. The successful candidate can be expected to obtain a security clearance.
We embrace employment equity and are committed to achievement of fair and equal representation of our workforce.
Preference will be given to internal applicants and candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds. Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

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STAKEHOLDER LIAISON MANAGER - NORTH WEST (RUSTENBURG)
Job ID 4891
Location North West
Full/Part Time Regular/Temporary

Requirement Overview

The purpose of the role is to establish and maintain strategic relationships with relevant stakeholders as identified in the accountability ecosystem.
Provide updates to the BU leadership and AGSA management on key information that can empower them in their interaction with the stakeholders.
Facilitate influence-engagements, proactively identifying, and managing related risks within the environment and gathering intelligence on issues that can impact on AGSA and BU strategic imperatives.

Roles & Responsibilities

Advice and support to ABU

Institutionalize AGSA engagement with the Provincial and Local government sphere.
In line with targeted stakeholders on an annual basis, develop a quarterly engagement plan to support influence initiatives of the organization and drive its implementation.
Produce quarterly stakeholder influence report on initiatives and needs and requirements to measure progress and propose initiatives for the next quarter.
Source and provide environmental scanning and MIS trend analysis. Support IKM on the accuracy of the municipal database.
Enhance and monitor AGSA tabling plan (understand tabling issues from municipal up to Provincial) Write speeches, presentations for AGSA leadership on their government interactions and engagements. Implementation of initiatives as per the organizational strategy.
Monitor key performance targets and provide quarterly reports on achievement. Establish and maintain strategic relationships with relevant stakeholders.

Support AGSA leadership effective stakeholder engagements

Liaison with key identified external stakeholders in order to provide the BU with timely, accurate and complete information about stakeholder needs, requests and activities.
Provide updates to the AGSA management on key information that can empower them in their interaction with the stakeholders.

Advise AGSA on local government interface.

Identify and track cost effective platforms to communicate audit messages. Support and recommend improvements in BU processes.
Facilitate Local government interactions.
Attend strategic planning sessions of the ABU’s.
Co-ordinate local government week tools and active AGSA leadership participation.
Conduct research and identify trends on government and SOE’s to support the leadership in interaction with the stakeholders.

People management

Provide on-the-job training to the senior administrator responsible for SLM office support to enable continuity even when the SLM is not available.
Manage own performance to drive productivity.
Participate in the business unit transformation and culture plans.
Review the work of peers assisting in the execution of work.
Provide support to the management team with regard to center management and other people-related tasks.
Support change initiatives and assist with change management in the smaller teams/centers.

Financial management and operational management

Contribute to the compilation of center budget and manage project expenditure related to functional area. Ensure compliance to AGSA policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with internal processes and procedures. Manage supply chain processes within scope of work.

Other responsibilities (Applicable to All JD’s)

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when required.
Synchronize day-to-day implementation of the BU initiatives to the achievement of the culture shift aspirations.
Perform diligent proofreading of documents to ensure that external reports are pitched at the right level and free from errors.

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education
A minimum requirement of a Bachelor’s degree.

Experience

Minimum of four years’ experience in relevant field
Experience in stakeholder liaison and client relationship management.
Relevant qualification and/or knowledge of the regularity audit activity conducted by AGSA
Ability to build and strengthen strategic partnerships with stakeholders in the public sector
Sound understanding system of local and provincial governments
Good understanding of accountability ecosystem and role players within the provincial and local government spheres.

NB – Please note that this is an office bound position.

Closing Date: 11 September 2024

Closing Statement

The AGSA is not responsible for the verification of data provided and shall not be liable for any errors, factual, transcription or otherwise, contained in the information posted. Therefore, ensure that your online application and CV is correct, accurate and up to date.
To successfully upload documents on the career site, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters.
This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.
We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organization.
Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

PLEASE APPLY HERE

TECHNICAL SPECIALIST (MATERIAL IRREGULARITY) - TECHNICAL AUDIT SUPPORT BU
Job ID 4890
Location Gauteng
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular

Requirement Overview
This role requires an authoritative knowledge of public sector legislative and auditing concepts, principles and practices and functions within an undefined environment applying broad, general policies, principles and goals, in:

Developing new audit approaches, methods and procedures to be followed by the audit staff;
Providing a technical interpretive and advisory service to the audit staff; and
Steering the development and application of legislation as it relates to the public sector through interaction with external regulatory and professional bodies, both locally and internationally.

Roles & Responsibilities

Strategic Function
Provide support in the implementation of the business unit (BU) balance score card (BSC) initiatives.

Product Management

Collect, analyse & interpret information relevant to the research problem or request
Process analyse and validated research data
Prepare project charters as necessary
Write research project reports and minutes of project meetings according to plan
Propose research findings and recommendations to Senior Technical Manager in accordance with stakeholder requirements and best practice principles
Conceptually integrate the diverse functions of auditing, legislation, corporate governance, ethics, into technical guidance.
Formulate new technical policies, procedures and guidance to be followed by the audit staff and develop improved ways of executing the audit.
Consult external technical specialists and legal specialists to evaluate proposed practices & procedures for validity & practicality
Refine proposals & procedures or software for sign off by Senior Technical Manager
Identify problem areas pro-actively and on an on-going basis by analysing Legislation, auditing standards, Quality Control results, stakeholder feedback, training needs, product champion input, input from legal and investigation unit and cyclical debrief sessions
Re-actively address grey areas in audit methodology, approaches, processes and legislative interpretations on receipt of feedback or queries from audit
Formulate a method to address the problem, with only limited general managerial guidance / direction

Stakeholder Management

Build and maintain collaborative and value-adding relationships with internal and external stakeholders with the aim to create strong partnerships and environment to enable macro-environmental scanning.
Scan the environment to ensure a clear understanding of stakeholder needs.
Build a network of sources in academia, business and government to draw on for research purposes
Provide specialist support and guidance to internal stakeholders on technical matters in order to ensure alignment with the relevant guidelines.
Engage with both internal and external stakeholders to identify and evaluate performance barriers and success in order to continuously improve the delivery of the services.
Establish and maintain relations with recognised professional bodies within own professional sphere.
Communicate technical processes and requirements to internal stakeholders and ensure understanding of these by all relevant stakeholders
Deliver in accordance with the agreed service level agreements (SLAs).

People Management

Manage own performance.
Participate in the BU’s transformation, culture, and diversity and employment equity initiatives.
Commit to continuous learning and advancing of own skills so as to remain abreast with industry trends.
Provide support to the Senior Manager with regard to centre management and other business unit tasks.

Financial management and operational management

Contribute to the compilation of centre budget, and manage project expenditure related to functional area.
Ensure compliance to the organisation’s governance processes, policies and processes.
Manage supply chain processes within own functional area.

2 years’ experience should at a minimum be at Assistant Audit Manager position.
Experience in material irregularities, AOPO and development of guidance will be an advantage.

Closing Statement

This appointment is subject to the preferred candidates obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment. The successful candidate can be expected to obtain a security clearance.
We embrace employment equity and are committed to achievement of fair and equal representation of our workforce.
Preference will be given to internal applicants and candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.
Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

Closing Date 6 September 2024

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SENIOR MANAGER IN HOP OFFICE - HOP4
Job ID 4882
Location Gauteng
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular

Requirement Overview
The purpose of this position is to deliver the portfolio of audits, lead multiple teams responsible for the audit during the audit process (planning, execution and reporting) to ensure delivery of quality and value adding audits in compliance with auditing standards and relevant legislation in line with the AGSA strategy.

Roles & Responsibilities

Strategic Function

Contributes to the development of the portfolio BSC initiatives.
Implement the BSC initiatives within the portfolio.

Product Management

Quality standards and methodology:

Lead initiatives to design and improve portfolio approaches to quality management on all audits thereby improving the quality of the audits for the portfolio.
Implement systems and processes within portfolio to ensure quality audit work including conducting consistency reviews on audit reports as determined by the business units.
Ensure an effective and efficient pre-issuance review process for purposes of improving the quality of the audits for the portfolio.
Monitor the improvement in the quality of audits conducted including those conducted on behalf of the AGSA.
Co-ordinate portfolio submissions for compliance reviews including handling own compliance reviews where applicable.
Collaborate and support audit support BUs and specialized audit BU’s in achieving quality and relevant audit products and audit outcomes.
Provide input and support the methodology development within the AGSA.
Guide and support audit teams regarding the identification, processing and reporting of MIs.

Reporting (organisational reporting initiatives):

Provide comments and inputs on the reporting guide, with emphasis on General Report (GR) blueprint, and GR process.
Ensure basic level of consistency in reporting with a view to easier consolidate information for general report.
Review and provide inputs to the management information system for reporting purposes to ensure the quality of the information captured and clear any findings raised by QC or ARD.
BSC quarterly reporting and integrated annual report.
Preparation for HoP communication to stakeholders.

Stakeholder Management

Scanning the environment to ensure clear understanding of auditees business requirements and to translate this into clear deliverables for the execution team and continuously getting feedback from stakeholders.
Formulate and report on the portfolio stakeholder engagement plan.
Liaise and interact with key stakeholders & management to share information, resolve challenges and make recommendations for improvements.
Manage stakeholder information on MIS.

People Management

Manage team performance to drive productivity.
Contribute to transformation/culture plans.
Motivate, coach and mentor staff to ensure maximum productivity and development of the staff to their full potential.
Participate in initiatives to attract talent.
Contribute to effective administration of the portfolio training office.
Cascade Vision achievement/ organisation alignment messages and commitments.

Financial management and operational management

Contribute to the compiling of the portfolio budget and ensure adherence to the required financial performance standards.
Ensure compliance with internal processes and procedures.
Ensure compliance with supply chain processes.

Other responsibilities (Applicable to All JD’s)
Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when required.

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education
This position requires a minimum qualification of CA (SA).

Experience
Minimum 6 years post qualification experience with at least 4 years experience operating at a manager level.

Closing Statement
The AGSA is not responsible for the verification of data provided and shall not be liable for any errors, factual, transcription or otherwise, contained in the information posted. Therefore, ensure that your online application and CV is correct, accurate and up to date. To successfully upload documents on the career site, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters. This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment. We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation. Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

Closing Date: 06 September 2024

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ASSISTANT MANAGER IT AUDIT - (ERP: ORACLE/SAP)
Job ID 4885
Location Gauteng
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular

Requirement Overview
Implement audit initiatives to promote the secure, effective and efficient implementation of IT architectures and services within the government sector.
To be a highly knowledgeable subject matter expert in the evaluation of the design and effectiveness of information systems controls and processes. Further, to develop and implement the IT audit plan to review technical system controls, identify deficiencies, communicate control and compliance risks, advise leadership on status of technology-related controls and compliance concerns within the government sector, and provide meaningful and effective recommendations.

Roles & Responsibilities

Product
Participate in audit committee/steering committee meetings with Business Unit (BU) management as and when required

Conduct audit covering the three audit phases:

Planning
Execution
Reporting
Plan the audit:
Define the objectives of the audit
Define the scope of the audit
Identify benchmarks to be utilised
Assess the risks from source documentation
Compile the audit plan
Conduct a walk through process with the relevant role players
Execute tests, inclusive of:
Compliance to policies, procedures, standards and specifications
Adequacy on goals
Reliability of information
Efficiency and effectiveness of operations
Safeguarding of assets
Generate audit reports indicating:
Audit findings
Recommendations
Conduct a meeting, where appropriate, to discuss:
Accepted recommendations to be implemented and timelines applicable
Rejected recommendations and internal actions to be implemented
Target dates for implementation and review
Supervise subordinates in the execution of the three audit phases
Supervise team meetings regarding the direction and progress on the audits
Provide guidance to auditors on audit related matters
Conduct the field work in accordance with policies and procedures
Communicate to Manager and Senior Manager on progress or obstacles during the audit
Submit the audit report for publishing and archiving
Finalise the audit file and submit for archiving in accordance with policies and procedures
Provide support in the review of contract work and quality assurance
Provide inputs to Information Systems Audit strategic plans
Provide guidance on AGSA audit approach
Promote and manage sound internal controls within the Business Unit
Keep abreast of the latest development at the AGSA
Manage audits within the allocated time frame
Manage audits in adherence to internal processes, policies and procedures

Stakeholder Relationships

Maintain internal stakeholder relationships:
Participate in debriefing sessions with regularity audit on the previous year’s audits performed
Engage with team members during the audit process
Liaise with colleagues within the Business Unit
Maintain external stakeholder relationships:
Liaise with audit firms
Liaise with Auditees with regards to Audit requirements
Participate in interviews/ recruitment process

People Management

Monitor staff performance to implement a culture of performance management:
Participate in the compilation of IPC’s and PDP’s
Conduct coaching sessions of staff members
Provide constant feedback to subordinates
Provide mentorship to subordinates
Conduct performance reviews in accordance with policies and procedures and take corrective action where necessary
Create a conducive environment to maintain and enhance employee motivation
Participate in transformational initiatives inclusive of change, organisational culture, CSI, diversity, etc
Continually improve own competence through personal development as per PDP and commitment:
Participate in learning and development programmes
Participate on programmes for purposes of Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Manage Human Resources in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements
Complete Human Resource Management actions within the allocated time frames
Support the Manager to ensure the delivery of high quality, accurate and cost effective audits through effective planning and resource management
Ensure effective and efficient management of projects in terms of time, cost and quality

Providing input to manager on:

Planning of audits under her/his control
Budgeting requirements
Organisational reporting needs
Ensure that hours and expenses booked are in accordance with the allocated budget
Achieve own recoverability target
Manage budget in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements
Complete budget management actions within the allocated time frames

Ad-hoc duties
Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when required

Skills, Experience & Education
Formal Education
B Degree in Auditing or Computer Science or Informatics
OR
National Diploma in Auditing or IT
The following will be an added advantage:
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
ERP Certificate (Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft, oe JD Edwards)

Knowledge

Knowledge and understanding of the principles of finance and the components involved in finance; must be able to apply PFMA and MFMA principles and adhere to due dates
Knowledge of Auditing
In-depth knowledge and skills in ERP environments
Should have knowledge of Oracle SysAdmin and Oracle business process reviews

Experience

Minimum 4 years IS auditing experience
Minimum of 1 year supervisory experience
Experience on one or more ERP environments, such as SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards and PeopleSoft
Experience in Cyber Security environment would be beneficial
Experience in CAATs/Data Analytics environment would be beneficial

Closing Statement

The AGSA is not responsible for the verification of data provided and shall not be liable for any errors, factual, transcription or otherwise, contained in the information posted. Therefore, ensure that your online application and CV is correct, accurate and up to date.
To successfully upload documents on the career site, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters.
This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.
We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation.
Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

NB: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from the us within four weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing date: 11 September 2024

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