The incumbent is expected to deliver on the following detailed key performance areas:
Assist and implemented internal audit activities, thereby
+ Assisting in the development, maintenance, implementation and review of the internal audit work programmes, audit plan and risk register and drive the development, deployment and update/review of the relevant policies and other frameworks for the Internal Audit Function.
+ Establish effective business relationships within the GPF and assist management in the understanding/application of and adherence to internal control, risk management, compliance and governance principles.
+ Perform audits through the review of physical and electronic records, evaluate the level of compliance with established business control policies, processes, procedures, standards, laws and regulations in assigned functional areas/business units, identify control weaknesses or process improvement opportunities and initiate workable solutions.
+ Document and file work papers and audit procedures performed. Track timely and effective corrective actions taken following audit recommendations.
+ Maintain back up (physical and electronic) of all internal audit materials for easy retrieval and reference and monitor the document management process across the Company.
+ Assist in risk assessment, monitoring and reporting.
+ Monitor and drive compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements across all business areas.
+ Investigate and report all alleged cases of fraud, waste, abuse and
inefficiencies and make recommendations on appropriate preventive or remedial actions.
+ Implement the internal audit strategic initiatives relating to key responsibilities.
+ Carry out other responsibilities as may be required by the Manager: Internal Audit, Management or Board.
Ad - Hoc Duties
+ Assignments from Manager: Internal Audit/CEO/CIDO/CFO/CSE as and when required
Teamwork
+ Invitation, evaluation and finalisation of quotes in line with policy and applicable legislation
+ Invitation, evaluation and finalisation of bids in line with policy and applicable legislation
+ Preparation of all documentation pertinent to above such as score sheets, evaluation reports, comparative schedules, other relevant reports, purchase orders, letters of appointment etc.
+ Inform line manager of any irregularities relating to the quotation and bid process.
APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS
A minimum of first degree in Internal Audit, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related qualification at NQF level 7
Minimum of 3 - 4 years of experience in the internal control/audit function,
preferably in the financial services or property related industry. Relevant professional certification e.g. IIASA, IRBA, SAICA or any other recognised internal audit professional bodies
INHERENT COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge:
Governance; Human Settlement knowledge and prescripts; Housing standards knowledge; Project Management knowledge; Investment knowledge; National Treasury rules and regulations; Financial Services Conduct Authority provisions; Public Finance Management Act; Financial Management; People management; Occupational Health and Safety; Labour Relations; Labour Law; Information Communication Technology; General Management; Corporate Strategy, Organizational Performance, Research and Innovation, Monitoring and Evaluation, Audit and Risk Management; Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA); Networking and Lobbying
Skills:
Financial Management; Research; Communication; Human interaction; Report writing; People management; Leadership; Stakeholder Relations Management; Board and Staff Relations Management; Negotiations; Monitoring and evaluation; Labour Relations; Organizational Design; Report writing; Auditing; General Management; Facilitation; Contract Management; Conflict Management, Dispute Resolution, Time Management, Computer Literacy
Attributes:
Precise; Creative; Respect of others; Team approach; Time management; Conscientious; Cautious; Ambitious; Curious; Logical; Organized; Perfectionist; Sober; Amiable; Authoritative; Charismatic; Persuasive Self-assured; Assertive
Special Instructions to candidates
It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications and national certificates (where applicable) evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
Applicants must ensure that their qualifications supporting this application must always be verifiable by the GPF during the recruitment process.
Compulsory
- Applications for this position should be accompanied (attach) by: