Senior Internal Audit

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**Overview** This is an editorial rewrite of the job description for a Senior Internal Audit role within the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS). The position is located at the Pretoria Head Office, falling under the Director-General's branch, specifically in the Directorate of Internal Audit. The role offers a salary of R413 001 per annum (Level 08). **What you will do** The key responsibilities for this role include: * Performing the planning, execution, and reporting phases of an audit in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards. * Communicating with stakeholders. * Compiling Monthly Time Sheets. * Supervising Interns. * Providing secretariat services during the audits. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * An NQF level 6 in Accounting / Auditing. * An NQF Level 7 and above in Accounting / Auditing will serve as an added advantage. * Two (2) years’ working experience in an auditing environment. * Experience in water sector and/or local government. * The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. * Ability to drive both manual and automatic vehicles. * Knowledge and understanding on internal audit standards, audit process, and risk management principles. * Knowledge and understanding of king code on corporate governance. * Knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations and Public Service Act. * Knowledge of government financial systems such as BAS, LOGIS and PERSAL. * Communicate to stakeholders. * Compile Monthly Time Sheets. * Supervise Interns. * Provide secretariat services during the audits. **Who should apply** Candidates applying for this role should possess an NQF level 6 or higher qualification in Accounting or Auditing, complemented by a minimum of two years of experience in an auditing environment, preferably with exposure to the water sector or local government. Essential for this position is a solid understanding of internal audit standards, audit processes, risk management principles, the King Code on corporate governance, and key government financial legislation including the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, and Public Service Act. Applicants must also be proficient in government financial systems such as BAS, LOGIS, and PERSAL. The role requires a valid driver's license, the ability to operate both manual and automatic vehicles, and strong communication skills to interact with stakeholders. Furthermore, the ideal candidate will be capable of administrative tasks like compiling monthly time sheets, supervising interns, and providing secretariat services for audits, all while performing the various phases of an audit according to IIA standards. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-water-and-sanitation-dws-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-131126-18 Source: govpage

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