Business Unit Administration Manager - ICT

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**Job Title**: Business Unit Administration Manager - ICT **Company**: Auditor-General of South Africa --- **Overview** This role is for a Business Unit Administration Manager within the ICT department of the Auditor-General of South Africa. The position primarily focuses on providing strategic support and comprehensive administrative management across various functions, including balanced scorecard implementation, human capital, internal control, governance, risk management, stakeholder relations, people management, and financial and operational oversight for the specific business unit. **What you will do** * Provide strategic support for the implementation and monitoring of Business Unit (BU) Balanced Scorecard (BSC) initiatives. * Monitor the BU implementation plan for BSC initiatives. * Coordinate BU quarterly and annual BSC reporting. * Provide administrative support for the implementation and monitoring of BU BSC action plans. * Monitor and evaluate the effective implementation of BU BSC initiatives. * Coordinate the compilation of BU BSC quarterly and annual reports. * Manage the BU establishment, including monthly validation for payroll purposes. * Manage bursary and study loan applications for staff within the BU. * Coordinate the on-boarding process for new staff members and provide administrative support and guidance in collaboration with the business partner. * Provide support for the implementation of all BU recruitment processes, including contract appointments. * Support the HR champion/business partner on the implementation of performance and talent management processes. * Support the BU implementation of the training plan. * Compile, manage, and monitor the BU employment equity plan in accordance with approved policies and procedures. * Coordinate BU resource pooling processes. * Review BU internal control files and other documentation before sign-off. * Promote and manage sound internal controls within the BU and stay updated with the latest developments at the AG. * Coordinate BU internal audit processes, including monitoring and follow-up on corrective actions taken by Senior Managers/centres within the BU. * Manage the BU policy register and ensure correct/updated policies are available on the AGSA intranet. * Monitor the BU's adherence to policies and procedures by conducting audits and investigations. * Manage and control supply chain management activities within the BU. * Implement effective administrative and office management systems and practices for the BU. * Manage and monitor the BU ethics register, annual declaration process, including monitoring staff joining auditees. * Coordinate BU facilities management processes for physical buildings, including management and monitoring of service contracts and performance of service providers (e.g., security, cleaning, landlord) applicable to regional BUAMs. * Compile BU reports in accordance with AGSA requirements. * Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. * Provide support and guidance to internal stakeholders on BU processes to ensure alignment with stakeholder needs. * Communicate BU goals and objectives to all stakeholders. * Engage with both internal and external stakeholders to identify and evaluate performance barriers and successes for continuous improvement of administrative support and service delivery. * Support the implementation of activities outlined in the BU People Plan, transformation/culture plans. * Manage team performance to drive productivity. * Motivate, coach, and mentor staff for maximum productivity and development. * Participate in initiatives to attract talent. * Cascade vision achievement/organisation alignment messages and commitments. * Provide financial management support for the compilation and coordination of the BU annual expenditure budget. * Provide ongoing monitoring of the BU budget through detailed monthly variance analysis schedules and other financial matters/reports. * Monitor adherence to the required financial performance standards for the business unit. * Monitor compliance with internal processes and procedures. * Support the management and control of annual contract work allocations. * Manage the BU debtor’s control. * Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks, and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when required. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Education**: Degree or Advanced Diploma in Business Administration or management. * **Experience**: 3-5 years’ experience in office administration. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate should possess a Degree or Advanced Diploma in Business Administration or management, combined with 3-5 years of experience in office administration. This role is suited for an individual capable of providing strategic and administrative support across various functions within a business unit, including strategic planning, human capital management, internal controls, stakeholder engagement, people management, and financial oversight, particularly in an ICT context. **Deadline** 16 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/business-unit-administration-manager-ict-auditor-general-of-south-africa Source: myjobmag

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