Assistant Director: Internal Control (Inspections), Ref No. WCMD 34/2026

Western Cape Government; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 487,000 - 574,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Cape Government in Cape Town invites applications for the role of Assistant Director: Internal Control (Inspections). The position is permanent and salary level 9, located in the Western Cape Mobility Department. Closing date 2026/10/19. Enquiries to Mr R Wiggill.

The ideal candidate will render professional internal control inspection services, ensuring governance and compliance in financial administration, with at least a 3-year B-Degree and 3 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• A 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher)
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in internal control and governance

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper governance with regard to internal control
• Ensure the rendering of assurance services
• Ensure the implementation of internal control inspection measures to ensure compliance to financial administration
• Managerial functions

Skills

Numeracy

Computer Literacy

Language

Project Management

Accounting

Finance

Audit Planning

Analytical

Report-writing

Communication

Presentation

Inter-personal

Problem solving

Supervisory

Education

B-Degree (3-year) or higher

Job description

Assistant Director: Internal Control (Inspections), Ref No. WCMD 34/2026

Closing Date 2026/10/19

Department Western Cape Mobility Department

Salary level 9

Job Type Permanent

Location - Country South Africa

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Town / City Cape Town, CBD

Enquiries Mr R Wiggill @ [phone]

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department has exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render a professional internal control inspection service to the Western Cape Mobility Department.

Qualifications

• An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification)
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in an internal control and governance working environment

Key Performance Areas

• Ensure proper governance with regard to internal control
• Ensure the rendering of assurance services
• Ensure the implementation of internal control inspection measures to ensure compliance to financial administration
• Managerial functions

Knowledge and understanding of the following

• Public Audit Act, 2004
• Public Finance Management Act, 1999, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Instructions and guidelines (promote the objective of good financial management in order to maximise service delivery through the effective and efficient use of limited resources)
• Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act, 2004 (provides for measures to prevent and combat corrupt activities)
• Public Service Anti-Corruption Strategy and ant-corruption and fraud prevention measures
• Protected Disclosure Act, 2000 (promotes disclosure of unethical conduct that could potentially lead to corruption)
• Government Accounting Standards
• Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP)
• Internal control tools and techniques
• Government financial systems
• Departmental policies and procedures
• Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 and Regulations

Skills in the following

• Numeracy
• Computer Literacy
• Language
• Project Management
• Accounting, Finance and AuditPlanning
• Analytical
• Report-writing
• Communication
• Presentation
• Inter-personal
• Problem solving
• Supervisory

Remuneration

R 487 197- R 573 897 per annum (Salary level 9)

Note on remuneration

Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.

All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

This project is an initiative of the Western Cape Government.