ENGINEERING COUNCIL OF SOUTH AFRICA (ECSA) VACANCIES

ENGINEERING COUNCIL OF SOUTH AFRICA (ECSA)

SENIOR INTERNAL AUDIT SPECIALIST

Gauteng
Permanent
Full Time
Market Related
EE/AA, Non EE/AA

Introduction
The Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) is a statutory body charged with the mandate to regulate the engineering profession in accordance with the Engineering Profession Act 46 of 2000.

Position Summary: The Senior Internal Audit Specialist vacancy has become available. A Combined Assurance (CA) Division has been established in 2024/25 and consists of the following Business Units: Enterprise Risk Management (ERM); Ethics and Compliance and Quality Management. This position will be the liaison between the Outsourced IA function and ECSA and will be responsible for leading the improvement of internal controls, in collaboration with the Combined Assurance Division and Management. The successful candidate will report to the Executive: Combined Assurance. The seniority and grading of the role will be determined during the recruitment process.

Duties & Responsibilities

Provide operational support to the Executive: Combined Assurance (ECA) to implement and/or improve internal controls, risk management and governance processes, that will contribute to the achievement of the strategic objectives for ECSA;
Provide the Outsourced Internal Audit (IA) function with the Strategic Risk Register, prior to the commencement of the ensuing financial period, to inform the development of the Annual and the Strategic Three-Year Rolling IA Plan;
Provide input towards the final draft IA Plan that the Outsourced IA function will submit to ECSA, prior to finalization;
Initiate the annual update of the Internal Audit Charter, obtain input from the Outsourced IA function, and submit the final draft to the ECA, to facilitate the approval by the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee (ARCC);
Coordinate the “Request for Information” (RFI) process for information requests from internal and external audit, verify the integrity of information submitted, and ensure agreed timelines are met;
Provide guidance to Management in providing accurate “Root Causes” for internal and external audit findings raised, and provide training to Management on effective “Root Cause Analysis” processes. Review Management’s Root Causes, prior to submission to internal and external audit;
Provide guidance to Management to develop tangible and SMART action plans that they need to provide to internal and external audit, to address the Findings raised Root Cause and Recommendations made by the auditors. Review Management’s action plans, prior to submission to internal and external audit;
Participate in Committees and Project Teams within ECSA, to ensure a pro-active approach to ensure internal controls, risk management and governance processes are embedded in processes or Projects, and comply to applicable laws and regulations;
Execute some assurance or advisory reviews like “Employee Verification”, as and when required;
Continuously seek opportunities to improve internal control processes that will enhance efficiency on people, processes and systems (Golden Triangle);
Keep abreast of global trends, new developments in the internal audit environment, emerging technologies and maintain a level of expertise commensurate with experts in the internal audit profession;
Lead the Audit Tracking process, to monitor the progress on the implementation of action plans for internal and external audit reports issued. Engage Management monthly, to ensure a value-added process that improves internal controls and minimises repeat findings for ECSA. Report progress on the Audit Tracking process monthly and quarterly to oversight structures;
Investigate and implement a suitable, cost-effective, efficient automated tool for the Audit Tracking process, that will integrate with the other Governance, Risk and Controls tools applied in ECSA, where possible;
Provide input towards Policies and Procedures developed by Management, to ensure internal controls, risk management and governance processes are catered for, and that ensure compliance to applicable laws and regulations;
Collaborate with the ERM; Ethics and Compliance and Quality Assurance Business Units, Management Internal Audit and External Audit, to contribute positively to an effective Combined Assurance approach for ECSA;
Champion the Control Self-Assessment process, adopted as part of the Combined Assurance process, to equip Management with skills to develop and own the internal controls, and be able to self-assess, prior to Internal Audit’s involvement. Apply the COSO Internal Control Framework in this regard;
Guide & oversee the Intern that could be appointed by ECSA;
Monitor and manage the performance of the Outsourced IA function, in line with the signed Service Level Agreement (SLA) and agreed deliverables;
Provide a quarterly report to the Audit, Risk & Compliance Committee;
Advise on budget for the Business Unit’s functional and support costs;
Gain approval for the authorisation of costs related to the BU’s Operations;
Review the proposed Costing for the IA Reviews to be executed, manage the Outsourced annual budget in line with the SLA and the annual approved budget.

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Desired Experience & Qualification

Bachelor’s Degree/National Diploma (NQF Level 6\7) in Internal Auditing as recognised by SAQA; Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or an Honour’s degree in Internal Audit/Risk Management or equivalent;
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in Internal Audit, with at least 2 year’s experience in leading and managing a team;
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA);
Membership with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)will be an added advantage.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Proficiency in the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) Standards;
Knowledge of Risk Management Frameworks: ISO 31000 and COSO ERM; and the COSO Internal Control Framework;
Understanding of King IV and Corporate Governance Principles;
Proficiency in internal audit methodologies, risk assessment, internal controls, and regulatory compliance;
Experience in Business Continuity Management (BCM) and IT Controls will be an advantage;
Proven track record of managing and leading successful internal audit engagements and teams;
Strong analytical; problem-solving; attention to detail and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to provide strategic insights;
Excellent communication skills: verbal and written; and excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with internal and external assurance providers, and other stakeholders at all levels;
Understanding and applying relevant legislation, Policies, Procedures and all standards that have relevance to Internal Audit and Internal Controls: Institute of Internal Auditor’s Integrated Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) Standards; COSO Internal Control Framework etc.

Package & Remuneration Market Related

Interested?
Should we not contact you within one month of the close of date of this advertisement, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing Date for applications: 09 December 2024

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HUMAN CAPITAL BUSINESS PARTNER /COLLABORATIVE SPECIALIST

Gauteng
Permanent
Full Time
Market Related
EE/AA, Non EE/AA

Introduction
The Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) is a statutory body charged with the mandate to regulate the engineering profession in accordance with the Engineering Profession Act 46 of 2000.

Position Summary: The Human Capital Business Partner /Collaborative Specialist vacancy has become available. This position will be responsible for providing support the development and execution of HR strategy in the designated HC functional areas in collaboration with the HC Unit to ensure that the execution form a coherent whole. Work with and support all Business Units across the organisation on various needs as they relate to the designated human capital functional areas. The incumbent is responsible for solving complex employee issues and assessing and developing HR strategies and processes, evaluate company policies, research changes in HR legislations, recommend, implement and enforce the changes for their respective HC functional area. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Manager: Human Capital. The seniority and grading of the role will be determined during the recruitment process.

Duties & Responsibilities

Contribute to the successful execution of the business plan through the co-creation (where appropriate) and implementation of the people strategies in the designated functional arears to ensure achievement of organisational objectives regarding people agenda;
Custodian of the strict governance and control, ensuring the observation and effective implementation of the policies and procedures to ensure harmonious employee-employer relationship and organisation’s compliance with legislations and also ensure compliance with the relevant statutory bodies;
Work as part of cross functional HC team to develop HR practice and process developments that enhance the HC contribution to the business. Utilise continuous improvement in HR to develop functional efficiencies and ways of working to ensure continuity in the provision of services;
Be the point of contact for the business into the design function to ensure Line Managers and Employees understand the HR model and can quickly and efficiently access solutions. Collaborate and provide business insight to SHCM and Exec: CSS to ensure initiatives and projects are designed and implemented that support businesspeople plans. Provide objective and timely feedback to SHCM and Exec: CSS on the quality of service to ensure the overall HR service to the business unit meets or exceeded agreed standards ;
Develop and implement a structured on boarding process; monitor progress, address concerns and evaluate on boarding effectiveness regularly;
Ensure Performance Management drive the achievement of business goals through objective and development plan setting, performance calibration and talent development;
Together with SHCM, lead talent review/calibration to ensure high performance is rewarded and developed in line with the Management Development Cycle. Implement customer unit succession planning and talent management plans that support business goals. Ensure People Managers use tools effectively to assist individual and team performance improvement at all levels. Coaches others to interpret, apply and communicate “Total Rewards” principles/policies/strategies;
Contribute to the development and maintaining competitive compensation structures and benefits programs, facilitate the process of market research and reporting, contribute to salary budgeting, reviews and adjustments; communicate remuneration and benefits changes. Manage the monthly payroll and benefits enrolments, review and verify monthly payroll and benefits data;
In collaboration with Employee Wellness Committee develop employee wellness strategies to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being and ensure implementation thereof; conduct needs assessments and surveys to identify wellness priorities; collaborate with management to promote a culture of wellness; ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations; develop and maintain relationships with wellness service providers; analyse and report on wellness metrics; design and deliver wellness programs;
Develop and implement employee recognition programs. Collaborate with Employee Wellness Committee initiatives and continuously improve recognition programs;
Ensure data accuracy and manage system access control; analyse HRIS data for strategic insights; provide HR technology support and training; evaluate, recommend and implement HR technology solutions;
Develop risk register and implement the mitigation actions as planned. Liaise with Auditors on queries and respond to findings as they relate to the designated HC functional areas;
Facilitate organisational change and communicate HR initiatives relating to the designated HR function, provide coaching and support during times of change to ensure organisational wide common knowledge, understanding and implementation;
Analyse HR data to identify trends and areas for improvement, develop HRS dashboard, generate analytical and operational reports as requested .for a purpose of providing HR metrics and insights to inform business decision;
Ensure designated functional areas initiatives are carried out within the allocated budget; Investigate and action any items of over expenditure; Review the monthly expenditure and explain and / or action all areas of discrepancy ;
Ensure the development, guidance, and empowerment of the direct report’s within designated HC functional area to deliver on set targets; ensure that the performance contracts are in place prior to the beginning of each financial year in line with the BU’s strategy and plans; measure, manage and monitor the performance of the direct report/s; lead by example in driving ECSA’s values and vision and drive own professional development.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management/ Industrial Psychology/ Social Science;
Honours Degree will be an added advantage;
7 years working experience in Human Resources of which 3 years should be as an HC Generalist/HC Business Partnering/HC Specialist;
SABPP Registration as HR Professional.

Required Skills/Abilities:

SAGE 300 People System (Payroll and HR);
Strategic thinking; Business acumen; Communication; influencing; coaching; change management; analytical skills; problem solving; collaboration; HR laws and regulations; business operations; customer service; emotional intelligence; active listening, conflict resolution; time management; resiliency;
Ability to communicate in business terms and building long term, trusting relationships with clients and HR team members;
Knowledge of business processes

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