Internal Auditor (Performance Audit): Captain

About the role

The South African Police Service is hiring an Internal Auditor (Performance Audit): Captain, based in Erasmuskloof, Head Office. This is a permanent post, paying R480,144 a year. Reference number to quote: DCI 04/10/2026 Closing date: 26 November 2026 Use the official SAPS application form (the Z83 is not accepted), attach a CV and the documents listed in the advert.

Responsibilities

• Perform activities within the planning phase of the Performance Audit and Performance Information Audit which includes:- (a) compilation of the planning document
• (b) conducting preliminary survey and (c) compilation of the Audit Programme.
• Prepare audit files.
• Perform activities within execution phase of the Performance Audit and Performance Information Audit which includes preparing audit working papers.
• Compile draft management reporting points.
• Perform activities within the reporting phase of the Performance Audit and Performance Information Audit which includes compilation of the first draft report.
• Discussing the audit findings with the client.
• Follow up on the agreed action plans.

Requirements

• Applicants must display competency in the post-specific core functions of the post.
• Be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English.
• Be in possession of a Senior Certificate / Grade 12 or National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database (NL-RD) on NQF level 4.
• Be in possession of at least a valid light motor vehicle driver’s license.
• Be a citizen of the Republic South African Citizen which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of the interview.
• Must have no previous criminal/ departmental convictions or criminal/ departmental cases pending.
• Must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service.
• Must be computer literate (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, have interpersonal communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills.
• Relevant courses in the field of the post will serve as an added advantage.
• Be able to work under pressure as well as extended hours.
• Additional Requirements
• Must be in possession of at least a three 3-year Diploma/ Degree in Internal Audit/ Accounting/ Cost Accounting (accredited by SAQA on NQF 6 level or higher) or equivalent 3-year Finance related qualification (accredited by SAQA on NQF 6 level or higher) plus a minimum of 3 years Performance Audit experience.
• Fair knowledge and understanding of the Departmental Planning and Performance management framework.
• Understanding and ability to apply the Global Internal Audit Standards. Ability to function independently and in a team.