Director: Risk and Compliance Audit Services

About the role

The Provincial Treasury (Gauteng) is hiring a Director: Risk and Compliance Audit Services in Gauteng Audit Services, based in Johannesburg. This is a permanent post, paying R1,317,384 a year. How to apply: Applications should be submitted online at: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za Reference number to quote: REFS/056949 Closing date: 09 November 2026 @00:00 midnight Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: The position is earmarked to address employment equity in terms of female and youth representation at Senior Management level.

Responsibilities

• To lead and manage Risk and Compliance audit for GPG Departments and Trading Entities.
• Manage and develop the compilation of the Department’s three-year risk-based audit plans (at least 3 Departments).
• Direct and lead the implementation of the approved Departmental three-year risk-based audit plans.
• Manage and ensure that audits are conducted in accordance with GAS audit methodology, IIA Standards and best practice.
• Manage stakeholder engagement and reporting.
• Manage Resources, Maintenance of discipline.
• Management of performance and development of staff.
• Undertake Human Resource and other related administrative functions including recruitment process.
• Establish, implement, and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements.
• Develop and manage the operational plan of the unit and report on progress as required.
• Implement, and maintain processes to ensure proper control of work.
• Compile and submit all required administrative reports.
• Procurement and asset management.
• Plan and allocate work.
• Perform strategic and operational planning.
• Oversee the administrative support functions.
• Perform people management functions.
• Perform financial management functions.
• Manage the implementation of GAS Risk Management Mitigation Plan.

Requirements

• A three-year tertiary qualification (NQF level 7) in Internal Auditing/Accounting or Four-Year B- Tech Degree with majors in Accounting and Auditing.
• A Post graduate qualification and Certified Internal Auditor/Chattered Accountant would be advantageous.
• 5 years of experience at middle/senior managerial level in Internal audit.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Public Service SMS Pre-Entry certificate submitted prior to appointment.
• Knowledge of Management Ability, Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, DPSA Frameworks, PFMA and IIA Standards.