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Business Unit Leader – Corporate Legal Services

Requirement Overview

The purpose of this position is to strategically lead the CLS business unit. This incumbent is overall in control of and accountable for the functioning of the business unit, leading the people and coordinating them to deliver timely, quality, value-adding legal services aimed at mitigating organisational risk. The BUL leads and accounts for the key service delivery of legislative drafting and reviews, corporate and commercial litigation, including litigation for debt collection purposes, drafting, vetting and negotiations of commercial contracts, risk management and mitigation and people management functions of the business unit.

Roles & Responsibilities

Leadership and Strategic Function

Leads the development of the organisational legal strategy, vision and governance on the unit
Contribute to the formulation and implementation of organisational strategic initiatives.
Leads the implementation of the business unit balanced score card (BSC) project and initiatives.
Identifies opportunities in existing customer business processes to re-engineer business unit processes and procedures.
Develops the BU operational strategies and plans and oversee the implementation thereof.
Monitors, reports and accounts to the Chief Risk Officer on the execution of CLS strategies and BSC project plans.
Visualises and co-create the strategic direction for the Business Unit in line with the AGSA organisational strategies.
Product Management
Legislative development and review
Conceptualises and drafts the AGSA’s enabling legislation and regulations.
Leads routine, strategic reviews of the AGSA’s enabling legislation and regulations to ensure the appropriateness thereof within the organisation’s operating environment.
Initiates the amendment of the AGSA’s enabling legislation and regulations.
Leads the AGSA’s participation in in the development of non-AGSA legislation when the opportunity arises.
Litigation
Designs the AGSA litigation strategy, policy and procedures and lead the implementation thereof.
Leads the design of case-specific strategies for all litigation cases instituted by and against the AGSA.
Accounts for the development of case management plans and manage the team’s case management performance in accordance with the plans.
Involves impacted stakeholders and specialists in preparing litigation attacks and defences.
Accounts for all submissions required by the AGSA litigation governance processes.
Provides timely case-related instructions to the DBUL and keeps the Auditor-General and Deputy Auditor-General abreast of developments for the duration of each case.
Ensures that lessons learnt after each case are factored into methodologies, processes and deliverables of the AGSA.
Accounts for the performance of attorneys and advocates acting on behalf of the AGSA and takes corrective action in cases where attorneys and advocates do not render their services in accordance with the memorandum and/or service level agreement.
Oversees the preparation of organisational reports on all litigation matters.
Debt collection
Leads the execution of the CLS strategy on collection of long outstanding debt.
Removes any obstacles in the design, implement, review and update of an effective system for the collection of debt by means of litigation.
Leads the drive for automation of legal processes for debt collection.
Obtains and sustain top leadership buy-in and continued support for CLS’s debt collection efforts via legal processes.
Oversees the performance of law firms who collect outstanding debt on behalf of the AGSA and take corrective steps where necessary.
Tracks the collection of outstanding fees and submit monthly collection reports.
Owns the execution of default judgements business process.
Contract management
Sets the strategic parameters for the AGSA’s system of contract management.
Strategically leads all efforts to develop, implement, monitor and adjust a system for contract drafting and negotiation.
Owns and accounts for the standard terms and conditions of AGSA contracts, including specialised terms and conditions for sourcing digital and technology goods and services.
Identifies and directs high value and/or high-risk contracts for legal due diligence prior to contract conclusion.
Ensures that appropriate systems and methods are in place to process to resolve disputes arising from contracts, including the enforcement of penalties and termination of contracts.
Solicits the support of strategic partners for the automation of a contract management system, including a repository of all AGSA commercial contracts.
Risk management
Lead organisational legal risk management
Designs and implements a system of quality assurance for legal products delivered by the BU.
Accounts overall for the quality of BU deliverables.
Designs and implements a risk management framework for the BU.
Implements remedial action to mitigate BU and organisational legal risk.
Stakeholder Management
Strategically owns the relationship with internal and external stakeholders of the BU.
Designs, implements, monitors and adjusts a stakeholder engagement plan for internal and external stakeholders.
Continuously sources stakeholder support for all the BU functional strategies.
Identifies synergies between the service offerings of the BU and other BUs in the organisation and integrate those service offerings.
Concludes service level agreements with law firms on the AGSA panel of attorneys.
Participates in the functions of relevant oversight structures and committees.
Drive collaboration with other BU’s on rolling out of organizational strategic legal initiatives
People Management
Develops and maintains a holistic BU people plan that meets the requirements of the organisational strategic aspirations.
Develops and maintains BU specific culture and employee wellness plans.
Develops and maintains a BU transformation plan.
Develops, monitors and adjusts the BU professionalisation and training plan.
Owns and accounts for the BU reputation.
Inspires, motivates and empowers staff to be accountable for decisions and actions that impact on the BU’s performance.
Leads the communication of balanced scorecard requirements during vision achievement/organisation alignment and other sessions.
Financial management and operational management
Ensures that BU deliverables are executed economically, efficiently and effectively.
Develops and oversees a BU budget that facilitates the achievement of the BU’s strategic and operational goals.
Actively seeks and acts on opportunities to improve efficiencies of the organisation’s business operations
Leads and accounts for the BU’s strategic reports, including quarterly and annual report contribution.
Develops change and improvement initiatives in pursuit of BU efficiency, effectiveness and strategic alignment.
Other responsibilities (Applicable to All JDs)
Performs and/or manages other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the job description as and when required.

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education
Minimum qualification of an LLM degree or a post-graduate LLB
Experience in corporate governance and/or business sciences will be an advantage
Experience
Minimum 15 years’ relevant experience (post qualification), of which at least 5 years should have been at a senior management/higher level in a corporate legal environment.

Closing Statement

To successfully upload documents on the career site, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters.

This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.

We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation.

Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

Closing date : 09 February 2026

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Deputy Business Unit Leader: Investigations

Requirement Overview

The purpose of the role is to direct fraud risk management integration across SAS and RA portfolios while optimizing analytical resource allocation, with a view to maximizing institutional fraud detection capability and operational sustainability. This includes ensuring proactive risk identification and response to high-risk areas susceptible to fraud, thereby adding value to Regularity Audit (RA) by enhancing the consideration of fraud risks factors during the audit process and mitigating the audit risk.

Roles & Responsibilities

Strategic Function

Support the formulation and drive the implementation of the AGSA’s long term strategy
Provide integration leadership, resource allocation oversight, and strategic coordination across investigations business unit (IBU) capabilities
Oversee the IBU integration across RA portfolios and optimize analytical resource allocation, with a view to maximizing institutional impact
Support RA in terms of ISA240 to mitigate the risk of fraud during an audit
Develop BU Balance Score Card (BSC) and oversee the implementation and reporting thereof
Product management

Define and execute AGSA’s IBU strategy
Orchestrate fraud risk management integration across RA portfolios and optimize analytical resource allocation, with a view to maximizing institutional impact
Coordinate comprehensive fraud risk capability development and stakeholder alignment, with a view to ensuring sustainable service delivery
Lead and guide sector conversations with regulatory audit sector leaders
Drive fraud risk management and thought leadership in data analytics to advance audit methodologies
Ensure comprehensive fraud risk portfolio recoverability and optimal resource allocation across analytical service lines
Balance RA analytical demands with institutional standards while maintaining stakeholder confidence and satisfaction
Integrate comprehensive fraud risk portfolio lifecycle management across RA interface and internal coordination
Position AGSA as a thought leader in global audit community through knowledge exchange, in development of international standards, benchmarks, methodologies with other peer institutions
Ensure systematic fraud risk lifecycle delivery excellence and institutional analytical capability maturation across all service lines
Direct and drive the integrated products and service-offerings to RA in terms of ISA240 in line with the audit methodology and standards, this includes; fraud risk detection analysis, risk assessments
Support the audit of complex/ high risk SCM areas/ contracts
Support RA to respond to fraud or allege fraud instances present at an auditee
Streamline audit processes by using data analysis and exception reports
Ensure resources are available to assist during planning phase of audits to identify key risks/ maladministration/ irregularities
Provide direction and progress on the audits and risk assessments
Support RA in evaluating and responding to request for investigations received from various stakeholders and non-stakeholders, in terms of the policy and guidelines
Facilitate discussions with complainants/ whistle-blowers in relation to requests received to clarify matters, as and when required by RA
Facilitate discussions with internal stakeholders on recommended approach, as and when required by RA
Oversee stand-alone investigations executed by the BU once approved by the Auditor General
To facilitate investigations, through the auditee’s top management, political role-players, over site bodies and other role players, this includes obtaining the buy-in of these role-payers before the investigations can commence
Ensure investigations are executed in accordance with the relevant AGSA’s policies and procedures for investigations
Correspondence and meetings with senior managers regarding the direction and progress on these investigations
Continues guidance to senior managers and other staff on investigations.
Visit audit teams to review the investigation and conduct meetings with the team and auditee
Review investigation reports and ensure that relevant issues identified during the investigation are reflected in the report and that the report findings are supported by relevant evidence
Oversee project management on the investigations, ensuring work is performed within reasonable timeframe and per agreed budgets
Direct and drive Direct and drive support to RA in raising potential Material Irregularities (MI) identified during the audit support work
Drive technical consultations on fraud and theft elements of the MI definition
Stakeholder Management

Represent fraud risk management institutional excellence externally while building systematic stakeholder confidence and partnership
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Implement BU stakeholder engagement plans aligned with AGSA frameworks
Engage with oversight structures and committees on audit outcomes (i.e. SCOPA, PAC and other Parliamentary committees)
Represent the BU in professional forums and maintain relationships with recognized bodies
Provide value added advice to engagement teams by providing timely coaching and high-quality review observations for the enhancement of integration work
Provide technical support and guidance to audit teams
Coordinate and implement risks and fraud awareness training to RA
Interact with and establish partnerships with private audit firms, professional bodies and higher learning institutions
Deal proactively and decisively with contestations and conflicts where applicable
People Management

Implement BU People Strategy and transformation initiatives
Manage team performance, coach, and mentor staff for maximum productivity
Drive culture change and employee engagement
Participate in talent attraction and retention initiatives
Ensure on-going development of specialist skills in BU, and transfer of specialized skills to RA
Approve the appointment of specialist staff and contracting in and out to ensure that investigations are adequately staff and completed within a reasonable time
Develop institutional succession planning and analytical expertise pipeline, with a view to ensuring capability sustainability
Financial Management

Support the compiling of the BU budget
Implement and monitor the budget for the allocated project
Ensure compliance to AGSA policies and procedures
Ensure compliance with internal processes and procedures
Manage supply chain processes within scope of work
Other responsibilities (Applicable to All JD’s)

Perform and/ or manage other projects, tasks and assignments delegated by the Business Unit Leader not stipulated in the role profile description as and when required

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education

Minimum qualification of CA (SA) or RGA or ACCA with an ICFP/ ACFE / post graduate diploma in forensic accounting as an added advantage.
Experience

Minimum 10 years forensic investigation or ISA240 audit support post qualification experience with at least 4 years in a senior management or leadership role. Experience in procurement investigations in public sector or an auditing/ investigative/ forensic environment will be an added advantage

Closing Statement

The AGSA is not responsible for the verification of data provided and shall not be liable for any errors, factual, transcription or otherwise, contained in the information posted. Therefore, ensure that your online application and CV are correct, accurate and up to date. To successfully upload documents on the career site, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters. These appointments are subject to the preferred candidates obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment. We embrace employment equity and are committed to achievement of fair and equal representation of our workforce. Preference will be given to internal applicants and candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds. Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities

NB: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from the us within four weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing date: 10 February 2026

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Facilities Projects Specialist – (12 Months LDC with possibilty of extension)

Requirement Overview

JOB PURPOSE

To provide support in planning, executing, and closing projects. Handling all projects administrative tasks, coordinating project activities from start to end, and ensuring projects run smoothly to deliver a sustainable office environment to the AGSA.

Roles & Responsibilities

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Strategic Function

Participate in the implementation of the BSC initiatives within the BU.
Product Management

Coordinating project activities from start to finish:
Engaging clients to understand their needs
Developing concept drawings (Autocad) and analyzing infrastructure conditions and creating visual documentation and submit for review/inputs and to client.
Adjusting the concepts per customer requirements
Developing detailed (Autocad) set of construction drawings and submit for review and inputs.
Presenting drawings and concepts to various stakeholders (such as OHS, ICT, Branding) for review, inputs and approval
Developing construction and project scope and specifications and submit for review and inputs.
Develop project plans
Work with the Administrators in drafting the RFQ and other procurements documents and submit Manager for review and inputs.
Ensure that the RFQ and other procurement documents are issued – work closely with the Project Administrator.
Scheduling and facilitating site briefing sessions
Responding and resolving the bidder’s queries and issues.
Closing procurement processes and coordinating the evaluations
Preparing recommendation and approval documents
Negotiate terms and costing.
Submitting procurement documents to the administration team for purchase orders
Facilitate contracting processes where necessary
Coordinating and facilitating site hand over meetings
Identify and make recommendations for allocation of resources for projects and prepare necessary administrative documents (ensure manpower and resources are adequate)
Supervise and oversee construction projects according to plans and timelines
Keep all stakeholders updated – Develop schedule progress reports and update these reports regularly.
Conduct project snags and quality checks
Prepare furniture and equipment scope and specifications and procurement documents and run with the process from start to end
Place furniture and equipment orders
Receive, inspect and coordinate furniture installations
Coordinate projects sign off
Hand over project to clients
Resolve all client queries
Provide inputs on project reporting – Ensure the timeous preparation of charts and diagrams as required for reports, indicating planned, actual and forecast pertaining to projects.
Identify risks and come up with plans to mitigate risks.
Quality checks all documents and ensures that contractors are paid on time
Ensure that all project records are kept in order and safe
Collaborate with teams using digital tools such as drones and photogrammetry for accurate data capture.
Integrate digital models into comprehensive reports and visual presentations
Conduct research and ensure that all models used and applied are compatible with industry standards
Stakeholder Management

Attend to stakeholder or customer requests
Communicate to clients and keep them updated of progress
People Management

Manage own development and performance as per the generic competency plan, training plan and individual performance contract.
Comply with the necessary training regulations, applicable policies and other training initiatives.
Participate in the BUs transformation, culture, diversity and employment equity initiatives.
Financial Management

Ensure compliance with AGSA policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with internal processes and procedures.
Manage supply chain processes within scope of work.
Assist in providing information on payments to suppliers and service providers
Other responsibilities

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments delegated by the Manager not stipulated in the role profile description as and when required.

Skills, Experience & Education

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Formal Education

This position requires a minimum qualification NQF level 6 qualification in
Architectural Technician
Interior Designer with Project Management/Coordination experience.
Experience

3-5 years’ experience in Architectural and/or Interior design and space planning with project coordination.
Proficiency with modeling software such as Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, or similar tools – 2D modeling for building infrastructure projects (3D AutoCad modeling will be an added advantage) – Nonnegotiable
Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences, including clients, colleagues, and senior management.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Problem solving skills
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

Emotional Maturity
Empowerment
Diversity and Inclusion
Integrity
Authenticity
Performance Excellence
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
Accountability
Courageous and Ethical Leadership
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Organisation and Time Management
Technical skills/Projects software
Communication skills
Computer literacy
Attention to detail
Multitasking and flexibility
Problem solving

Closing Statement

Applications closing date: 06 February 2026

NOTE: Should you not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

To successfully upload documents, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters.

This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.

We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation.

Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

Click here to apply

Manager IT Audit (ERP: SAP / ORACLE)

Requirement Overview

Conduct ERP information Systems reviews and manage the quality of audits within the allocated resources in accordance with PFMA and MFMA timelines, ISA standards and AGSA policies and procedures.

To be a highly knowledgeable subject matter expert in the evaluation of the design and effectiveness of information systems controls and processes. Further, to develop and implement the IT audit plan to review technical system controls, identify deficiencies, communicate control and compliance risks, advise leadership on status of technology-related controls and compliance concerns within the government sector, and provide meaningful and effective recommendations

Roles & Responsibilities

Product

    Conduct ERP reviews covering the three audit phases:
Planning

Execution
Reporting
Plan the audit:
Define the objectives of the audit
Define the scope of the audit
Identify benchmarks to be utilised
Assess the risks from source documentation
Compile the audit plan
Conduct a walk through process with the relevant role players
Execute tests, inclusive of:
Compliance to policies, procedures, standards and specifications
Adequacy on goals
Reliability of information
Efficiency and effectiveness of operations
Safeguarding of assets
Generate audit reports indicating:
Audit findings
Recommendations
Conduct a closure meeting, where appropriate, to discuss:
Accepted recommendations to be implemented and timelines applicable
Rejected recommendations and internal actions to be implemented
Target dates for implementation and review
Supervise subordinates in the execution of the three audit phases
Supervise team meetings regarding the direction and progress on the audits
Provide guidance to auditors on audit related matters
Conduct the field work in accordance with policies and procedures
Communicate to Line Manager on progress or obstacles during the audit
Provide support in the review of contract work and quality assurance
Provide input to regularity audit strategic plans
Provide guidance on AGSA audit approach
Promote and manage sound internal controls within the Business Unit
Keep abreast of the latest development at the AGSA
Manage audits within the allocated time frame
Manage audits in adherence to internal processes, policies and procedures
Stakeholder Relationships

    Maintain internal stakeholder relationships:
Engage with regularity audit on a regular basis on audit proceedings.
Facilitate debriefing sessions with regularity audit on the previous year’s audits performed
Engage with the team during the three audit phases (planning, execution and reporting)
Engage with colleagues within the Business Unit
  Maintain external stakeholder relationships:
Engage  with the management of the auditee on a regular basis on audit proceedings
Liaise with audit firms regarding contract out audits
Liaise with prospective employees

People Management

Analyse the business plan to determine the applicable deliverables and targets
Participate in securing the human resource requirements to ensure that deliverables will be met in accordance with the expected targets
Manage staff performance to implement a culture of performance management:
Compile IPC’s and PDP’s
Conduct coaching sessions to ensure subordinates perform at the optimum level
Provide constant feedback to subordinates
Provide mentorship to subordinates
Conduct performance reviews in accordance with policies and procedures and take corrective action where necessary
Manage the development of staff and ensure each staff member has a Personal Development Plan
Create a conducive environment to maintain and enhance employee motivation
Participate in transformational initiatives inclusive of change, organisational culture, CSI, diversity, etc
Continually improve own competence through personal development as per PDP and commitment:
Participate in learning and development programmes
Participate on programmes for purposes of Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Manage Human Resources in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements
Complete Human Resource Management actions within the allocated time frames
Financial Management

Ensure the delivery of high quality, accurate and cost effective audits through effective planning and resource management.
Assist with negotiating budgets with regularity audit.
Ensure effective and efficient management of projects in terms of time, cost and quality
Review and approve timesheets, S&T and advances in line with the allocated budget
Monitor staff leave, training, non-recoverable activities and recoverability reports to ensure achievement of annual recoverability targets.
Provide input on the centre income budget
· Assist with the review invoices of CWC before submission for approval
Ad-hoc duties (Applicable to All JD’s)

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when required

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education

B Degree in Auditing, Computer Science or Informatics
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
The following will be an added advantage:

ERP Certificate (Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft or JD Edwards)
Knowledge

Solid experience in auditing SAP/ORACLE environment
Experience on other ERP environments, such as JD Edwards and PeopleSoft would be beneficial
Minimum 5 years IS auditing
Minimum 2-3 years managerial experience
The performance agreement of the incumbent, which attributes specific targets to the above mentioned outputs would be developed and agreed SEPARATELY based on this Job Description.

Closing Date: 06 February 2026

Closing Statement

To successfully upload documents on the career site, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters.

This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.

We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation.

Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

NB: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from the us within four weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Click here to apply

Audit Manager ( x4 )

Requirement Overview

JOB PURPOSE
The purpose of this role is to manage the portfolio of audits, manage multiple teams responsible for the audit during the audit process (planning, execution and reporting) to ensure performance of quality and value adding audits in compliance with auditing standards and relevant legislation in
line with the AGSA strategy.

Roles & Responsibilities

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Strategic Function

Provide support with the implementation of the BSC initiatives within the BU.
Product Management

Compliance with all the requirements of international standard on auditing and AGSA methodology which include but not limited to;
Audit Planning:

Conduct research in order to gain an understanding of the auditee’s business environment including identification of audit risks and mitigation thereof.
Manage the audit objectives, audit approach, focus areas and criteria with the audit team in line with AGSA audit strategy
Identify the resources required and recommend to SM the relevant audit team including appointment of specialist staff or contract out.
Plan and scope the audit assignment effectively and ensure that appropriate audit components/sections are allocated to the audit team in line with their skill level and areas for development.
Audit Execution:

Regular review of the audit working papers in line with the audit methodology and standards and conducting on the job training/coaching training for staff members at lower levels.
Review errors identified during the audit and any other relevant audit documents and ensure that adequate reporting on uncorrected misstatements by lower levels.
Liaise with the management of the auditee on a regular basis through audit steering committee and ensure timely communication of audit findings to the auditee
Audit Reporting:

Review reporting working papers, audit and management report to ensure that it is written in compliance with relevant audit and quality standards and discuss findings with SM
Accurate capturing of the audit outcomes and populate the required information for the general report.
Stakeholder Management

Build strategic and value adding partnerships with key stakeholders in the auditees to ensure support during the audit process.
Scanning the environment to ensure clear understanding of auditees business and update the SM with any potential problems identified.
Update the stakeholder information on MIS.
Assist in the preparation of presentations on audit reports to SCOPA and parliamentary committees.
People Management

Manage the performance of the team including contracted in staff and ensure that the team is productive and will contribute to achievement of organisational goals.
Implement initiatives for creation of talent pipeline and succession planning.
Provide on the job training, coaching, mentorship and support to the team
Ensure that Trainee Auditors receive adequate and relevant exposure on audit components to ensure compliance with SAICA requirements.
Support the implementation of the People plan initiatives to attract and retain competent staff.
Financial management and operational management

Monitor own and team recoverability and manage resources to comply with budget targets.
Responsible to follow up with debtors, processing of invoices and monitoring of CWC budgets.
Provide inputs in compilation of the centre budget and manage budget for the allocated projects.
Ensure compliance to AGSA policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with internal processes and procedures.
Other responsibilities

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when required.

Skills, Experience & Education

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

Emotional Maturity
Empowerment
Diversity and Inclusion
Integrity
Authenticity
Performance Excellence
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
Accountability
Courageous and Ethical Leadership

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Formal Education

Minimum qualification of CA (SA) or RGA.
Experience

Minimum 6 years’ experience with at least 3 years’ post articles experience operating at an assistant/middle manager level.

Closing Statement

Applications closing date: 29 January 2026

NOTE: Should you not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

To successfully upload documents, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters.
This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.

We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation.

Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

Click here to apply

Audit Manager- Performance Audit – East London (EC)

Requirement Overview

Responsible for the management of a portfolio of audits (including sector audits) to ensure that the audit process (planning, execution, reporting etc.) is managed in an effective and efficient manner with the allocated resources and completed on time and according to relevant audit standards and legislation.

Roles & Responsibilities

Strategic function

Participate/provide inputs into the BU strategy and VA/OA
Support the Senior manager in the implementation of BU strategy
Manage teams by ensuring that they are aligned with the vision, mission and organisational strategic objectives of the AGSA.
Managing audits

Research and development of new audit themes
Allocation of resources within the audit.
Submission of audit plans for approval
Provide guidance to audit team during the audit
Execute audit procedures, including diagnostic/ investigative procedures
Provide critical analysis of the evidence, identify management measures/processes that are root causes and make appropriate recommendation
Source and interrogate data/information
On request, assist the RA team, by sharing insights, risks, knowledge of the auditee
Produce high quality impact report within the specified timeframe.
Provide inputs into best practices/guidelines on request
Detail and timely review of audit working papers and TeamMate files
Exercise project management principles throughout the audit to ensure timely and high quality product/s
Work with RA to identify and follow up Material Irregularity (MI’s) and calculate financial loss
Administrative matters

Attend to requests of the Senior Manager relating to strategic and operational issues
Attend to administration matters
Ensure compliance with internal controls
Approval of timesheets, overtime and leave
Report progress on audits and BSC implementation and any other projects that they are responsible for.
People matters

Addressing any people matters that may arise from the team in partnership with relevant People Support BUs
Responsible for the development of staff through training, on the job training and coaching
Support the implementation of the People plan initiatives within the team and centre/BU.
Maintain and enhance employee motivation and engagement.
Manage audit teams’ performance and implement a culture of performance management.
Provide mentorship and coaching as required.
Implement relevant Employment relations processes when employees do no not comply with AGSA policies and values
Stakeholder engagements

Build strategic and value adding partnerships with key stakeholders both internally and externally that promotes the value of performance audits and integration initiatives
Liaise with management of the auditee on a regular basis
Liaise with private audit firms relating to contract out audits
Financial management

Assist in identifying revenue growth opportunities within the component and optimise its operational expenditure.
Assist with the formulation of audit budgets.
Monitor and attain own and team recoverability targets
Ad-hoc duties (Applicable to All JD’s)

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the job description as and when required

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education

CA (SA) or ACCA or RGA or CIA qualification
Professional Registration

Registration with relevant professional body is mandatory.2
Knowledge

Knowledge about PFMA and MFMA
Accounting and Auditing legislation and standards or principles
Knowledge of ISSAI 300 and 3000 is required
Experience

Completed articles (3 years)
Minimum 5 years’ experience with at least 2 years’ experience operating at an assistant/junior management level.
Closing Date: 03 February 2026

Closing Statement

The AGSA is not responsible for the verification of data provided and shall not be liable for any errors, factual, transcription or otherwise, contained in the information posted. Therefore, ensure that your online application and CV is correct, accurate and up to date.To successfully upload documents, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters. This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation.AGSA welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

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Performance Auditor: Infrastructure – East London (EC)

Requirement Overview

To utilise the specialist expertise / knowledge to plan, execute and report on a range of audits (both integration and stand-alone performance audits) in an effective and efficient manner and ensure that the audit work is executed in compliance with the applicable quality standards.

Roles & Responsibilities

Audit functional areas

Planning

Assist in the planning of audit plans for both integration and performance audits
Execution

Execute audit / technical procedures according to principles and applicable auditing standards
Collect and analyse data and information for audit and other assignment purposes
Analyse budgets and annual financial statements
Obtain appropriate and factually correct audit evidence
In collaboration with audit team, execute technical audit procedures on selected audits either in the infrastructure field or other relevant areas
Consistently update the manager on the status of the selected audits
Complete audit working papers
Attend steering committee meetings (at least two per audit; first and final steering committee meetings) with departments and related senior management
Assessing tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities on infrastructure projects (applicable to infrastructure field)
Assessing cost analysis for infrastructure projects
Review risk assessments, value management and cost control reports on selected projects
Analyzing the costings for tenders awarded by government departments on selected projects
Analyzing outcomes and writing detailed and high impact audit reports on audited projects
Reporting

Identify and draft audit findings, problems and challenges with government systems, programmes and service delivery areas
Identify root causes and effects of audit findings, problems and challenges with government systems, programmes and service delivery areas
Knowledge sharing (audit insights, key risks from research and general knowledge)
Contribute to compiling high-quality impactful reports
Contribute to compiling high-impact and relevant recommendations on government programmes or audit focus areas
Contribute to developing best practices/guidelines
Research and Development

Conduct research on audit themes arising from government priorities/programmes
Analyse the data and provide a report on identified themes
Stakeholder engagements

Build and maintain an effective relationship with auditors, auditees and other internal / external stakeholders
Assist with the integration of performance audit procedures at regularity audit
Maintain visibility at regularity audit for effective interaction
Support initiatives of sharing insights, risks and experiences
Support initiatives within the BU to market performance audit products
Financial management

Manage own productivity and recoverability
Account accurately for own expenditure
Manage budget effectively for audit that they are specifically assigned to
Ad-hoc duties (Applicable to All JD’s)

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when required

Skills, Experience & Education

Qualifications:

Degree/BTech in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or any approved built environment
Post graduate qualification will be an added advantage
Professional registration:

Registration (as candidate) with a relevant professional body will be an added advantage
Experience:

Minimum 3 years of experience required in infrastructure/built environment field
Public sector knowledge or exposure to government infrastructure projects will be advantageous

Closing Statement

To successfully upload documents on the career site, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters.

This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.

We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation.

Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

Closing Date: 03 February 2026

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Technical Specialist : Quality Reviewer

Requirement Overview

The purpose of this position is to provide support to the Senior Manager: Technical Audit Support (TAS) responsible for quality support to establish, facilitate, implement, maintain and where necessary improve quality management for all audit, assurance and related services engagements.
The incumbent must ensure AGSA audit, assurance and related engagements adhere to the relevant quality standards, through proactive audit quality reviews (also known as inflight quality reviews) and other relevant audit quality initiatives.
Support the Senior Manager to drive and monitor the implementation of remedial actions from the monitoring results and partake in ISQM initiatives.

Roles & Responsibilities

Product Management: Pro Active reviews and audit quality support

Keep abreast of changes in audit Quality Management (QM) related audit standards and ensure AGSA compliance at audit engagement level.
Assist in development and implementation of audit Quality Support policies and procedures in the operations of the AGSA and ensure compliance with the relevant audit standards.
Co-ordinate and implement pro-active reviews that actively respond to audit quality risks and ensure quality on AGSA audits before issuance of audit reports. This can be done on a number of AGSA high profile and significant risk engagements
Participate in any other pro-active strategic initiatives to drive the improvement in audit quality before the issuance of audit reports in terms of the AGSA strategy.
Analyse transversal Quality Support (QS) findings for each audit cycle and communicate/consult with the audit, and support business units to facilitate corrective action. (Conduct awareness sessions to the different audit business units.)
Implement and monitor remedial actions in line with ISQM 1
The audit quality reviewer will also be expected to assist the Quality Management business unit (BU) in performing monitoring of QM complience in accordance with the monitoring requirements of the International Standards of Quality Management (ISQM) and specific requirements as determined by the AGSA. These reviews will be performed at the discretion of the BU Leader.

Stakeholder Management

Provide QM related technical advice and guidance to top management and auditors in respect of engagement performance and associated processes.
Continuously engage with various audit stakeholders and provide the necessary support.
Manage own performance.
Participate and/or take lead in the BU’s transformation, culture, diversity and employment equity initiatives.
Provide support to the Senior Manager with regard to centre management and other business unit tasks.

Ad-hoc duties

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the job description as and when required

Skills, Experience & Education

The successful candidate should possess the following:

CA (SA) ;

± Six years’ post-qualification experience (with 3 years at manager role);
± Two years Inspections/ QC reviews experience advantageous;
Public sector audit experience advantageous;
Excellent technical knowledge and experience in auditing and financial reporting standards;
Above average performance and behavioral record.
Detailed knowledge and experience of statutory requirements and standards of the accounting and auditing discipline (e.g. International Standards on Auditing)
Ability to project manage and execute projects
Critical thinking and risk awareness.
Effective problem solving ability.
Conflict tolerance.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills.
Discreet handling of confidential and contentious information
Exercising authority and displaying professionalism, especially in strenuous situations.
Ability to handle conflict situations.
Proactive and works well under pressure.
Able to deal with various tasks at once and meet deadlines.
Able to deal effectively with individuals at all levels within the AGSA.
Able to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to respond and adapt to changes quickly
Practical experience in Audit Quality reviews will be an added advantage.
ISQM 1 experience would be an added advantage

Closing Statement

These appointments are subject to the preferred candidates obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.

A valid driver’s license is an inherent requirement of the position as travelling duties may be involved.

Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only.

We embrace employment equity and are committed to achievement of fair and equal representation of our workforce.

Preference will be given to candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.

Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

Closing Date: 03 February 2026

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Deputy Business Unit Leader

Requirement Overview

The purpose of this position is to direct the operations of the Business Unit (audit and non-audit). The role also contributes to the strategic direction, initiatives and alignment of the Business Unit Balance Scorecard Card and the AGSA organisational strategy.

Roles & Responsibilities

Strategic Function

Contributes to and implement organizational strategic initiatives.
Develop the BU BSC and direct the implementation of the BU operational strategies and plans.

Product Management

Direct the audit operations in line with the relevant audit methodology and standards;
Direct and drive the business unit-wide audit strategy for assigned areas and measure progress against reported BU goals.
Coordinate resources for auditing activities and plans including integrated audits with other business units (SAS) and external audit firms on pre-issuance and Contract Work activities to ensure strategic objectives are met.
Provide leadership for technical and operational matters in the business unit on implementing best practices, AGSA strategic initiatives and improve risk management.
Provide ongoing quality assurance within the audit process by continuously interacting with audit teams, audit firms and reviewing audit outputs.
Lead sensitive, complex, and high risk engagements.
Signing of audit reports for significant and complex audits as per delegations.
Lead and monitor the implementation of the audit strategy.
Lead the implementation of the status of records review.
Drive and direct audit strategy for large and complex SOEs.

Stakeholder Management

Ensure clear understanding of auditees’ business requirements through efficient stakeholder engagement and that this is translated into clear deliverables.
Drive the implementation of the Business Unit stakeholder engagement plan and build collaborative relationships with key stakeholders.
Interact with relevant oversight structures and relevant committees regarding briefings on audit reports / outcomes.
Interact with and establish partnerships with private audit firms, professional bodies and higher learning institutions
Deal proactively and decisively with contestations and conflicts where applicable.
Promote the AGSA brand and reputation.

People Management

Lead and facilitate the implementation of the People Strategy within the BU.
Facilitate and monitor the implementation of BU transformation strategies.
Ensure impact-driven strategic conversations with internal staff on an on-going basis.
Ensure effective administration of the training office accreditation.
Implement BU initiatives to bring about an inclusive culture, enhanced employee experience and employee well-being within the BU.
Develop a model for creation of a sustainable pipeline of resources that are able to service large and complex auditees including specialists skills.

Financial Management and Operational Management

Revenue and expenditure management and control (monitor BU budget).
Ensures that BU deliverables are executed economically, efficiently and effectively in terms of recoverability and productivity.
Implement interventions to collect debt and improve cash flow.
Provide strategic direction on the financial viability of the business unit.

Other responsibilities (applicable to all JD’s)

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when required.

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education

This position requires a minimum qualification of CA (SA) or RGA or ACCA.
Experience

Minimum 10 years relevant post qualification experience with at least 4 years’ experience operating at a senior management level.

The following experience will also be advantageous:

Extensive experience in auditing large and complex IFRS clients that have to comply with Companies Act, King code and PFMA and have listed financial instruments.
Extensive experience in auditing large and complex SOEs with large treasury functions including bond listings in the domestic and international markets.
Extensive experience in consolidations of large complex groups.
Experience in working with multi disciplinary team of experts and support functions to manage the risk and quality on the audit and ensure delivery of project on time.
Experience in engaging with difficult stakeholders.
Extensive experience in effectively project managing large and complex audits with multiple large divisions in various geographical locations.

Closing Statement

The AGSA is not responsible for the verification of data provided and shall not be liable for any errors, factual, transcription or otherwise, contained in the information posted. Therefore, ensure that your online application and CV is correct, accurate and up to date. To successfully upload documents on the career site, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters. This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment. We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation. Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

Closing date: 03 February 2026

NB: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from the us within four weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

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Deputy Business Unit Leader – Communications

Requirement Overview

The purpose of this role is to support the Business Unit Leader in managing the reputation of the AGSA and enhancing its image and brand. The incumbent must provide support to the BUL in leading and managing the implementation of the stakeholder strategy to support the strategic aspirations of the AGSA. The DBU’L must lead the strategic coordination, monitoring, and reporting of communication related functions. This role involves facilitating stakeholder engagements, and providing leadership in driving the implementation of key communication objectives and ensuring continuous improvements. To support the BUL in enhancing the brand and position the AGSA as leader in South Africa and as an employer of choice and as an organisation that upholds and reflects its mandate with all its stakeholders, in particular its employees, the public sector, the general public, the media, opinion leaders and other relevant stakeholders.

Roles & Responsibilities

Strategic Function

Provide strategic support the development of the communication strategy of the AGSA.
Support the development and implementation of the communication functions of the strategy.
Drive execution and implementation of communications strategic initiatives.
Promote and manage institutional cooperation within the AGSA and its stakeholders.
Lead the development of quality content and oversee quality control efforts.
Support direct reports in the coordination and proactive communication activities of the AGSA.
Monitor performance against strategic objectives and provide continuous feedback to ensure alignment with organisational goals.
Manage the reporting of the BU and development of the BSC that aligns with the strategic aspirations of the AGSA and the objectives of the BU.
Coordinate and provide guidance to senior managers on the implementation of the BU BSC and monitor the implementation of the centre’s operational strategies and plans.
Product management

Contribute to the creation, implementation and measurement of the external communications, stakeholder strategy and programme to promote and protect the image and reputation of the AGSA.
Design and implement a reputation management programme, identifying key stakeholders and developing a stakeholder engagement programme.
Lead the implementation a marketing strategy to enhance the AGSA brand.
Lead the implementation of the content development strategy and ensure its implementation across platforms
Ensure processes and capacity are built to develop high-quality content for various stakeholder groups
Quality assure all official AGSA communication products and materials
Create, manage and measure the success of the content of the AGSA digital platforms
Lead and deliver service excellence keeping with the AGSA brand
Negotiate agreements with 3rd party service providers to ensure the lowest cost and highest quality of service
Develop an understanding and awareness of the internal communications needs within and across the AGSA and its provincial offices
Design, implement and coordinate all internal communication initiatives, delivering timely and effective communications across the AGSA
Promote knowledge exchange in the AGSA and employee engagement
Develop and maintain a calendar of events and implement a system that enables long-term planning and effective event management for the AGSA’s events
Conduct comprehensive environmental scans that include media and stakeholder issues
Drive the knowledge and information architecture that facilitates the sharing of information internally and, where appropriate, with external stakeholders
Monitor spending and ensure effective use of the financial resources of the unit
Conduct surveys and manage the response to the insights to ensure good maintenance and improvement of the baseline
Lead and manage strategic projects ensuring that all initiatives align with the AGSA’s vision and are delivered on time and within scope
Provide project management support for critical initiatives, ensuring successful completion in line with stakeholder expectations
Track and report on progress on Communications initiatives, providing regular updates to BUL Communication and other Business Unit Leaders
Stakeholder Management

Coordinate, monitor and report on the implementation of the Business Unit and organisational stakeholder engagement plan in line with the AGSA Accountability Ecosystem Policy Framework
Lead and support the DAG in his stakeholder management efforts
Lead the reporting and monitoring, and provide guidance on the influence goal initiatives and ensure adequate application of the framework
Develop and execute in collaboration with ABUs the thought leadership programme that promotes the work of the AGSA
Engage with internal and external stakeholders as per the engagement plan
Research the level of stakeholder satisfaction with both internal and external stakeholders
Develop relations with all ABUs to ensure free flow of information for management of internal communication, marketing initiatives and content development
Identify new stakeholders and introduce them to ABUs, and outline the business imperative that mobilises them to be active participants in the accountability ecosystem
People Management

Lead the development and facilitation of an employee culture plan that promotes employee wellness and encourages productivity
Manage together with BUL the performance of senior managers and ensure that they implement innovative and proactive communication that enhances the AGSA’s reputation
Coordinate and monitor the implementation of BU transformation strategies
Implement and drive a strong ethical culture, champion awareness, also deal with ethical breaches in a decisive manner
Create an inclusive culture and greater cooperation in which all individuals can contribute and perform
Contribute to the AGSA realising the people strategy strategic aspirations
Financial Management

Monitor budget spending and ensure effective use of resources
Ensure that BU deliverables are executed economically, efficiently and effectively in terms of recoverability and productivity
Inspire, motivate and empower staff to be accountable for decisions and actions that impact the BU’s performance
Communicate balanced scorecard requirements during vision achievement/organisation alignment and other sessions
Address and guide team members on matters affecting the BU’s reputation and performance
Facilitate and monitor the implementation of a BU transformation plan
Ensure an effective training programme is maintained for staff members
Monitor and track team performance and talent
Other responsibilities (Applicable to All JD’s)

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments delegated by the Business Unit Leader not stipulated in the role profile description as and when required

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education

This position requires Minimum qualification of a Bachelor’s Degree/ Post Graduate Diploma in Communication/ Marketing/ Public Relations. Registration with a Relevant Professional body will be an added advantage

Experience

Minimum 8 to 10 years’ experience in public relations and marketing, of which at least 5 years should have been at a senior management/ higher level. Proven track record and experience in communications, content development, marketing campaigns, and internal communication as an added advantage.

Closing Statement

The AGSA is not responsible for the verification of data provided and shall not be liable for any errors, factual, transcription or otherwise, contained in the information posted. Therefore, ensure that your online application and CV is correct, accurate and up to date. To successfully upload documents on the career site, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters. This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment. We embrace and commit in achieving employment equity within the organisation. Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

Closing Date: 31 January 2026

Please note: This is a re-advertisement. Candidates who previously applied need not reapply.

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Audit Manager- Performance Audit (Northern Cape)

Requirement Overview

Roles & Responsibilities

Strategic function

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the job description as and when required

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education

CA (SA) or ACCA or RGA or CIA qualification
Professional Registration

Registration with relevant professional body is mandatory.2
Knowledge

Knowledge about PFMA and MFMA
Accounting and Auditing legislation and standards or principles
Knowledge of ISSAI 300 and 3000 is required
Experience

Completed articles (3 years)
Minimum 5 years’ experience with at least 2 years’ experience operating at an assistant/junior management level.
Closing Date: 30 January 2026

Closing Statement

The AGSA is not responsible for the verification of data provided and shall not be liable for any errors, factual, transcription or otherwise, contained in the information posted. Therefore, ensure that your online application and CV is correct, accurate and up to date.To successfully upload documents, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters. This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation.AGSA welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

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Senior Manager – National Audit D and National A

Requirement Overview

The purpose of this position is to deliver the portfolio of audits, lead multiple teams responsible for the audit during the audit process (planning, execution and reporting) to ensure delivery of quality and value adding audits in compliance with auditing standards and relevant legislation in line with the AGSA strategy

Roles & Responsibilities

Strategic function:

Contributes to the development of the BU BSC initiatives.
Implement the BSC initiatives within the BU.
Product Management:

Audit planning, execution and reporting in line with the audit methodology and standards within the agreed upon timelines (take full responsibility and supervision of the audit teams)
Lead audit engagements, which include planning executing, directing and reporting on audits.
Review the teams’ work in line with audit methodology and standards.
Conduct quality control reviews of the work of the audit teams.
Ensure the timely completion of auditing engagements
Report audit outcomes.
Signing of audit reports based on the delegations.
Implement the status of records review for the portfolio of audits as planned
Stakeholder Management:

Scanning the environment to ensure clear understanding of auditees business requirements and to translate this into clear deliverables for the execution team and continuously getting feedback from stakeholders.
Formulate and report on the portfolio stakeholder engagement plan
Liaise and interact with key stakeholders & management to share information, resolve challenges and make recommendations for improvements.
Manage stakeholder information on MIS
People Management:

Implement the activities outlined on the BU People Plan.
Manage team performance to drive productivity.
Contribute to transformation/culture plans.
Motivate, coach and mentor staff to ensure maximum productivity and development of the staff to their full potential.
Participate in initiatives to attract talent.
Contribute to effective administration of the BU training office.
Cascade Vision achievement/ organisation alignment messages and commitments.
Financial management and operational management:

Responsible for compiling the portfolio budget.
Manage the portfolio budget, income and cost to ensure adherence to the required financial performance standards for the portfolio
Manage debtor’s collection.
Ensure compliance with internal processes and procedures
Manage supply chain processes.
Conduct centre risk assessment.
Other Responsibilities:

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when required.

Skills, Experience & Education

Minimum Requirements:

Qualifications – CA (SA) or ACCA or RGA
Experience – Minimum of 6 years’ experience post qualification with at least 4 years’ experience operating at a manager/middle manager level
The following will be added advantage:

Top secret security clearance
Experience with IFRS and SOE’s experience
Working with sector audits
Closing Date : 29 January 2026

Closing Statement

The AGSA is not responsible for the verification of data provided and shall not be liable for any errors, factual, transcription or otherwise, contained in the information posted. Therefore, ensure that your online application and CV is correct, accurate and up to date. To successfully upload documents on the career site, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters. This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation. Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

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Assistant Manager: Cyber Security

Requirement Overview

To provide support to management in managing audit initiatives that promotes the secure, effective and efficient implementation of IT architectures and services within the government sector.

Roles & Responsibilities

Product

Participate in audit committee/steering committee meetings with Business Unit (BU) management as and when required
Conduct Network security audits covering the three audit phases:
Planning
Execution
Reporting
Plan the network security audit:
Define the objectives of the audit
Define the scope of the audit
Identify benchmarks to be utilised
Assess the risks from source documentation
Compile the audit plan
Conduct a walk through process with the relevant role players
Execute tests, inclusive of:
Compliance to policies, procedures, standards and specifications
Adequacy on goals
Reliability of information
Efficiency and effectiveness of operations
Safeguarding of assets
Internal and External vulnerability assessments
Firewall and Router assessments
Web application reviews
Generate audit reports indicating:
Audit findings
Recommendations
Conduct a closure meeting, where appropriate, to discuss:
Accepted recommendations to be implemented and timelines applicable
Rejected recommendations and internal actions to be implemented
Target dates for implementation and review
Supervise subordinates in the execution of the three audit phases
Supervise team meetings regarding the direction and progress on the audits
Provide guidance to auditors on audit related matters
Conduct the field work in accordance with policies and procedures
Communicate to Manager and Senior Manager on progress or obstacles during the audit
Submit the audit report for publishing and archiving
Finalise the audit file and submit for archiving in accordance with policies and procedures
Provide support in the review of contract work and quality assurance
Promote and manage sound internal controls within the Business Unit
Keep abreast of the latest development at the AGSA
Manage audits within the allocated time frame
Manage audits in adherence to internal processes, policies and procedures
Stakeholder Relationships

Maintain internal stakeholder relationships:
Participate in debriefing sessions with regularity audit on the previous year’s audits performed
Engage with team members during the audit process
Liaise with colleagues within the Business Unit
Maintain external stakeholder relationships:
Liaise with audit firms
Liaise with prospective employees
Liaise with Auditees with regards to Audit requirements
People Management

Support the Manager to ensure the delivery of high quality, accurate and cost effective audits through effective planning and resource management
Ensure effective and efficient management of projects in terms of time, cost and quality
Providing input to manager on:
Planning of audits under her/his control
Budgeting requirements
Organisational reporting needs
Ensure that hours and expenses booked are in accordance with the allocated budget
Achieve own recoverability target
Manage budget in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements
Complete budget management actions within the allocated time frames
IT Effectiveness

Assist the Manager in maintaining industry, information technology and audit knowledge, skills and abilities relating to cyber security, cloud computing, enterprise mobility operating systems, network environments, applications and database management systems, programming languages, LAN / WAN communication concepts, and system development processes.
Monitor trends within the information technology and government sectors to identify emerging areas of risk facing government.
Assist the Manager with the coordination of the portfolio of IT effectiveness audits covering:
Value-for-money IT audits
Effective and efficient deployment of IT infrastructure and services
Compliance with ECT and Protection of personal information (PoPI) acts
Ad-hoc duties

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when required

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education

B Degree in Auditing, Computer Science, Informatics or equivalent
CISA will be preferrable
CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) or equivalent will be preferrable
Knowledge

Knowledge of Auditing
In-depth knowledge and skills in assessing/ auditing the security on a networked environment, i.e.:
Knowledge/ skills in assessing the management and technical configuration of various types of firewalls.
Knowledge of various types of vulnerability detection tools, how to use them to enumerate vulnerabilities, and how to interpret outputs using the respective tool.
Knowledge/ skills in assessing the security and configuration of various operating system and database types.
Knowledge and understanding of the principles of finance and the components involved in finance; must be able to apply PFMA and MFMA principles and adhere to due dates would be preferable
Experience

Minimum 4 – 5 years Information Systems auditing experience
Minimum of 1 – 2 years’ supervisory experience
Closing date: 30 January 2026

Closing Statement

The AGSA is not responsible for the verification of data provided and shall not be liable for any errors, factual, transcription or otherwise, contained in the information posted. Therefore, ensure that your online application and CV is correct, accurate and up to date.
To successfully upload documents on the career site, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters.
This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.
We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation.
Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities

NB: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from the us within four weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

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Manager: Cyber Security Auditor

Requirement Overview

Implement audit initiatives to promote the secure, effective and efficient implementation of IT architectures and services within the government sector.

Conduct specialised security reviews independently or in support of the allocated teams within the Business Unit in accordance with ISA standards and AGSA policies and procedures.

Roles & Responsibilities

Manage strategic alignment

Assist with the development and implementation of an IT effectiveness audit strategy in accordance with policies, procedures and legislation.
Assist with the alignment of the IT Effectiveness strategy to the strategic objectives of the business unit.
Manage teams to ensure alignment to the vision, mission, strategic goals and values of the AGSA.
Provide feedback on the implementation/ achievement of strategic objectives to the relevant stakeholders.

Manage audits

Manage Network Security audits within the allocated time frame.
Manage Network Security audits in accordance with policies, procedures and legislation requirements.
Lead, direct and coordinate the portfolio of Network Security audits covering the three audit phases:
Planning
Execution
Reporting
Liaise with auditees on the provision of advice/ recommendations, setting up meetings, etc.
Initiate and lead meetings with the audit team regarding the direction and progress of the audits.
Provide guidance to managers and assistance on audit-related matters.
Ensure that all risks for the specific audit engagements are addressed. For example:
Appointment of specialist staff
Contract in and out
Conduct audit team visits to:
Review Work
Finalise The Audit
Conclude Working Papers
Prepare Audit Report
Attend meetings with the team and auditees.
Provide motivational talks and training to team members regarding auditing matters.
Facilitate the transfer of specialised skills for Network Security audits to the IT General Controls teams within the business unit.
Engage with contracted-out partners.
Manage all projects to ensure timeous delivery on milestones and the required quality of delivery.
Perform functions as required by an engagement manager in accordance with the policies of ISA and the AGSA.
Prepare and take responsibility for presentations.
Report back to the audit steering committees and audit committees on the planning, execution and reporting of the audits.
Manage Human Resources

Analyse the business plan to determine the applicable deliverables and targets
Participate in securing the human resource requirements to ensure that deliverables will be met in accordance with the expected targets
Manage staff performance to implement a culture of performance management:
Compile IPC’s and PDP’s
Conduct coaching sessions to ensure subordinates perform at the optimum level
Provide constant feedback to subordinates
Provide mentorship to subordinates
Conduct performance reviews in accordance with policies and procedures and take corrective action where necessary
Manage the development of staff and ensure each staff member has a Personal Development Plan
Create a conducive environment to maintain and enhance employee motivation
Participate in transformational initiatives inclusive of change, organisational culture, CSI, diversity, etc
Continually improve own competence through personal development as per PDF and commitment:
Participate in learning and development programmes
Participate on programmes for purposes of Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Manage Human Resources in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements
Complete Human Resource Management actions within the allocated time frames
Financial Management

Ensure the delivery of high quality, accurate and cost effective audits through effective planning and resource management.
Assist with negotiating budgets with regularity audit and ensure that RFAs are signed and submitted on time
Ensure effective and efficient management of projects in terms of time, cost and quality
Review and approve timesheets, S&T and advances in line with the allocated budget
Monitor staff leave, training, non-recoverable activities and recoverability reports to ensure achievement of annual recoverability targets.
Provide input on the centre income budget
Assist with the review invoices of CWC before submission for approval
IT effectiveness

Assist in maintaining industry, information technology and audit knowledge, skills and abilities relating to cyber security, cloud computing, enterprise mobility operating systems, network environments, applications and database management systems, programming languages, LAN / WAN communication concepts, and system development processes.
Monitor trends within the information technology and government sectors to identify emerging areas of risk facing government.
Assist with the coordination of the portfolio of IT effectiveness audits covering:
Value-for-money IT audits
Effective and efficient deployment of IT infrastructure and services
Compliance with ECT and PoPI (Protection of Personal Information) acts

Skills, Experience & Education

Qualification

B Degree in Auditing, Computer Science or Informatics
The following will be an added advantage:

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or equivalent
Knowledge

Knowledge of Auditing
Knowledge and understanding of the principles of finance and the components involved in finance; must be able to apply PFMA and MFMA principles and adhere to due dates
In-depth knowledge and skills in Informatics
In-depth knowledge and skills in assessing/ auditing the security on a networked environment, i.e.:
Knowledge/ skills in assessing the management and technical configuration of various types of firewalls.
Knowledge of various types of vulnerability detection tools, how to use them to enumerate vulnerabilities, and how to interpret outputs using the respective tool.
Knowledge/ skills in assessing the security and configuration of various operating system and database types.
Experience

Minimum 5 years IS auditing
Minimum 2-3 years managerial experience
Extensive experience in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. Candidates with managing / conducting purple team exersises will be preferred.
Closing date: 30 January 2026

Closing Statement

To successfully upload documents on the career site, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters.

This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.

We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation.

Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities

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Assistant Manager IT Audit

Requirement Overview

Implement audit initiatives to promote the secure, effective and efficient implementation of IT architectures and services within the government sector.

Roles & Responsibilities

Product

Participate in audit committee/steering committee meetings with Business Unit (BU) management as and when required
Conduct audit covering the three audit phases:
Planning
Execution
Reporting
Plan the audit:
Define the objectives of the audit
Define the scope of the audit
Identify benchmarks to be utilised
Assess the risks from source documentation
Compile the audit plan
Conduct a walk through process with the relevant role players
Execute tests, inclusive of:
Compliance to policies, procedures, standards and specifications
Adequacy on goals
Reliability of information
Efficiency and effectiveness of operations
Safeguarding of assets
Generate audit reports indicating:
Audit findings
Recommendations
Conduct a meeting, where appropriate, to discuss:
Accepted recommendations to be implemented and timelines applicable
Rejected recommendations and internal actions to be implemented
Target dates for implementation and review
Supervise subordinates in the execution of the three audit phases
Supervise team meetings regarding the direction and progress on the audits
Provide guidance to auditors on audit related matters
Conduct the field work in accordance with policies and procedures
Communicate to Manager and Senior Manager on progress or obstacles during the audit
Submit the audit report for publishing and archiving
Finalise the audit file and submit for archiving in accordance with policies and procedures
Provide support in the review of contract work and quality assurance
Provide inputs to Information Systems Audit strategic plans
Provide guidance on AGSA audit approach
Promote and manage sound internal controls within the Business Unit
Keep abreast of the latest development at the AGSA
Manage audits within the allocated time frame
Manage audits in adherence to internal processes, policies and procedures
Stakeholder Relationships

Maintain internal stakeholder relationships:
Participate in debriefing sessions with regularity audit on the previous year’s audits performed
Engage with team members during the audit process
Liaise with colleagues within the Business Unit
Maintain external stakeholder relationships:
Liaise with audit firms
Liaise with Auditees with regards to Audit requirements
Participate in interviews/ recruitment process
People Management

Monitor staff performance to implement a culture of performance management:
Participate in the compilation of IPC’s and PDP’s
Conduct coaching sessions of staff members
Provide constant feedback to subordinates
Provide mentorship to subordinates
Conduct performance reviews in accordance with policies and procedures and take corrective action where necessary
Create a conducive environment to maintain and enhance employee motivation
Participate in transformational initiatives inclusive of change, organisational culture, CSI, diversity, etc
Continually improve own competence through personal development as per PDP and commitment:
Participate in learning and development programmes
Participate on programmes for purposes of Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Manage Human Resources in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements
Complete Human Resource Management actions within the allocated time frames
Support the Manager to ensure the delivery of high quality, accurate and cost effective audits through effective planning and resource management
Ensure effective and efficient management of projects in
terms of time, cost and quality
Providing input to manager on:
Planning of audits under her/his control
Budgeting requirements
Organisational reporting needs
Ensure that hours and expenses booked are in accordance with the allocated budget
Achieve own recoverability target
Manage budget in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements
Complete budget management actions within the allocated time frames
Ad-hoc duties

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when required

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education

B Degree in Auditing or Computer Science or Informatics
The following will be an added advantage:

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
ERP Certificate (SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards)
Knowledge

Knowledge and understanding of the principles of finance and the components involved in finance; must be able to apply PFMA and MFMA principles and adhere to due dates
Knowledge of Auditing
In-depth knowledge and skills in ERP environments
Should have knowledge of Oracle SysAdmin and Oracle business process reviews
Experience

Minimum 4 years IS auditing experience
Minimum of 1 year supervisory experience
Experience in ERP SAP environment, and other like Oracle, JD Edwards and PeopleSoft would be beneficial
Experience in Cyber Security environment would be beneficial
Experience in CAATs/Data Analytics environment would be beneficial

Closing Statement

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This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.

We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation.

Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

NB: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from the us within four weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing date: 06 February 2026

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