Chief Audit Executive

Western Cape Gambling And Racing Board; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A government regulatory body in South Africa is seeking a Chief Audit Executive to lead the internal audit function, ensuring good governance and regulatory compliance. The role requires extensive experience in internal audit and risk management, along with relevant professional qualifications. Responsibilities include developing audit strategies and providing independent assurance to the board. This is a full-time executive position based in Parow, Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in internal audit, risk and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of IIA standards and King IV principles.
• Proven leadership and team-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the internal audit strategy and plans.
• Provide independent assurance and advisory services to senior management.
• Manage the audit team and oversee audit processes.

Skills

Internal audit experience

Knowledge of IIA standards

Leadership skills

Communication abilities

Stakeholder management

Education

Certified Internal Auditor

CA or CPA

Job description

Chief Audit Executive (CAE) — Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board (WCGRB) – Statutory body regulating the gambling and betting industry in Western Cape.

Overview

Lead the internal audit function, ensuring independent assurance and advisory services that support good governance, effective risk management and regulatory compliance, aligned with IIA Global Internal Audit Standards and King IV principles. Reports functionally to the Audit and Risk Committee and administratively to the CEO.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the internal audit strategy and plans.
• Provide independent assurance and advisory services to senior management and the board.
• Manage the audit team and oversee audit processes and quality.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory and quality standards.
• Report audit findings and recommendations to the Audit and Risk Committee.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in internal audit, risk and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of IIA standards and King IV principles.
• Proven leadership and team‑management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management abilities.
• Relevant professional qualification (e.g., Certified Internal Auditor, CA, CPA).

Employment Details

Seniority level: Executive. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Accounting / Auditing and Finance. Industry: Government Administration. Location: Parow, Western Cape, South Africa.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration. Equal Opportunity Employer.