Chief Director : Specialised Audit Services

National Treasury; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Treasury seeks a Director-level professional in Gauteng, Pretoria, to lead auditing and forensic investigations across government sectors. This role requires extensive experience in financial management, risk assessment, and effective report delivery to stakeholders. The ideal candidate will execute strategic interventions to address financial management issues and manage audit teams efficiently.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level (Director).
• Qualifications such as CIA, CA(SA), FP (SA), or CFE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial management intervention plans.
• Oversee forensic investigations and manage audit engagements.
• Conduct performance audits of government institutions.

Skills

Leadership

Risk management

Auditing

Forensic investigation

Strategic planning

Education

B. Degree (NQF 7) in Auditing, Forensic Investigation, or Risk Management

Job description

Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria

Deadline : June 06, 2025

Requirements :

• A Grade 12 coupled with a minimum B. Degree (NQF 7) in Auditing (Internal or External), Forensic Investigation or Risk Management. A CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CA(SA), Forensic Practitioner - FP (SA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a senior managerial level (Director) obtained in Auditing, Forensic audits/investigations, with an in-depth understanding of Business risk and risk management techniques.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement strategic and annual intervention plans to rectify financial management issues across government spheres, aligned with financial management objectives, risks, or control concerns. Submit plans/memos for review and manage their execution.
• Approve tasks or projects requested by management and the Accountant-General. Manage in-house staff and external service providers, and assign skilled auditors for engagements.
• Investigate fraud and corruption in all government spheres by developing a management framework, investigation policies, and strategies. Manage forensic investigations and develop action plans to address identified issues.
• Coordinate and monitor actions against perpetrators and oversee recovery of losses.
• Conduct performance audits to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of government institutions, and assess controls within business processes and IT systems, including cybersecurity and forensics.
• Report findings and recommend remedial actions. Provide accurate reports to stakeholders on risk management and audit activities, including periodic summaries to the Accountant-General.