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MADIBENG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY - CHIEF AUDIT EXECUTIVE
MADIBENG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
Madibeng Local Municipality with its administration offices in Brits, hereby invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the vacancy below:
CHIEF AUDIT EXECUTIVE
OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL MANAGER
Division: INTERNAL AUDIT
(5-year performance based contract)
Requirements:
• A post graduate degree in Auditing and/or Accounting with professional body certification (CIA, CGAP, CCSA, CFSA, CISA, CFE, CA).
• 10 years' experience in Auditing of which 5 years must be in an executive managerial capacity
• Experience in public sector auditing, managing and conducting audits in Information Systems, Compliance, Forensic, Performance, and Risk and Governance will be an added advantage.
Job Specification:
• The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the Municipality's Internal Audit Activity, in accordance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, with the ultimate objective of adding value and improving provincial operations and will be responsible and accountable for audit deliverables within Municipality, which will include effective identification, implementation and maintenance of internal controls, and to manage the internal audit function in compliance with standards for professional practice of internal audit and applicable legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Liaise with Audit Committee and Strategic Management
• Direct and oversee the development of the 3-year risk-based audit plan
• Manage resources and audit assignments
• Identify and assess areas of business risks
• Direct and oversee annual audit plan and report
• Manage stakeholder relations
• Establish strategic audit coverage plans
• Provide guidance on business processes and improvements.
• Ensure the effective evaluation of the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of Governance, Risk Management and Control processes in all municipal departments
• The development, implementation and maintenance of the Municipal Internal Audit Methodology, as well as the Quality Assurance and Improvement Programme;
• The marketing of the Internal Audit Activity and its role in Municipal Strategic Processes;
• Ensure that the municipal Risk-based 3-year Rolling Strategic and 1-year Operational Internal Audit Plans are aligned to the key Business Strategic Goals of the municipality as a whole;
• Review and sign-off of final reports, ensuring the presentation of value added recommendations;
• Review and present consolidated reports to the Municipal Audit Committees, Municipal
Strategic Management and other oversight bodies;
• Design of a strategy to ensure that client knowledge is consolidated and utilised.
Key competencies (knowledge, skills & attributes):
• Extensive knowledge of and skill in applying internal auditing principles and practices
• Extensive knowledge of policies, procedures, regulations and legislation
• Considerable knowledge of information technology terminology, concepts and practices
• Extensive skill in conducting quality control reviews of audit work products
• Extensive skill in collecting and analysing complex data, evaluating information and systems, and drawing logical conclusions
• Extensive skill in planning and project management, and in maintaining composure under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines
• Skill in negotiating and resolving problems
• Effective verbal and written communication, including interpersonal and active listening skills and skill in presenting findings and recommendations
• Advanced knowledge of and experience in internal audit practices (Strategic Planning and Management, Engagement Planning and Execution, as well as Reporting and Progress Monitoring);
• Advanced interpretation of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, as well as Governance and Risk Management Principles;
• Commitment to the development of others;
• Client and teamwork focused;
• Competencies required: Analytical thinking, Interactive Communication and Writing Skills.
• ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with the internal audit team, management and staff and external stakeholders, and to work effectively in a professional team environment.
• Manage resources and audit assignments
• Identify and assess areas of business risks
• Direct and oversee annual audit plan and report
• Manage stakeholder relations
• Establish strategic audit coverage plans
• Provide guidance on business processes and improvements.
• Ensure the effective evaluation of the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of Governance, Risk Management and Control processes in all municipal departments
• The development, implementation and maintenance of the Municipal Internal Audit Methodology, as well as the Quality Assurance and Improvement Programme;
• The marketing of the Internal Audit Activity and its role in Municipal Strategic Processes;
• Ensure that the municipal Risk-based 3-year Rolling Strategic and 1-year Operational Internal Audit Plans are aligned to the key Business Strategic Goals of the municipality as a whole;
• Review and sign-off of final reports, ensuring the presentation of value added recommendations;
• Review and present consolidated reports to the Municipal Audit Committees, Municipal
Strategic Management and other oversight bodies;
• Design of a strategy to ensure that client knowledge is consolidated and utilised.
Key competencies (knowledge, skills & attributes):
• Extensive knowledge of and skill in applying internal auditing principles and practices
• Extensive knowledge of policies, procedures, regulations and legislation
• Considerable knowledge of information technology terminology, concepts and practices
• Extensive skill in conducting quality control reviews of audit work products
• Extensive skill in collecting and analysing complex data, evaluating information and systems, and drawing logical conclusions
• Extensive skill in planning and project management, and in maintaining composure under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines
• Skill in negotiating and resolving problems
• Effective verbal and written communication, including interpersonal and active listening skills and skill in presenting findings and recommendations
• Advanced knowledge of and experience in internal audit practices (Strategic Planning and Management, Engagement Planning and Execution, as well as Reporting and Progress Monitoring);
• Advanced interpretation of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, as well as Governance and Risk Management Principles;
• Commitment to the development of others;
• Client and teamwork focused;
• Competencies required: Analytical thinking, Interactive Communication and Writing Skills.
• ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with the internal audit team, management and staff and external stakeholders, and to work effectively in a professional team environment.
Applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive typewritten or legible Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of relevant certificates, Identity Document and a covering letter specifying the vacancy being applied for.
NB:As part of COVID-19 precautions, no hand delivery and posting of applications will be allowed. Applications should strictly be e-mailed to recruitment@madibeng.gov.za
Kindly direct any enquiries to Mr Daniel Masemola on 012 318 9552 or Ms Lerato Mokgatle on 012 318 9514.
NB: Council reserves the right to withdraw, amend and /or suspend the process at any time when necessary.
Closing Date: 07 May 2021 at 16H00