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Are you an experienced auditor who understands how to apply risk based audits in a highly relational and contextual manner? Join our team as a contract lead auditor at JC Auditors, a leading conformity assessment body with a client-focused approach mitigate risk and elevate compliance in various industry sectors.

• Employment Type: Freelance Contract
• Industry: Logistics, Engineering, Manufacturing, Services, Mining
• Experience: Minimum 5 years
• Travel: Extensive

What You'll Do:

• Conduct ISO audits for a broad range of clients in different sectors
• Assess conformance to the various elements of each standard
• Provide expert guidance on risk management, IMS implementation, and continual improvement
• Work with a dynamic team committed to upholding the highest industry standards

What We’re Looking For :

• Degree/Diploma preferably science/engineering
• Certified Lead Auditor for the applicable standard
• Minimum of 5 years work experience
• Proven experience in conducting 3 rd party- audits with audit log
• Current Audit Log reflecting all completed audits and technical areas
• Strong technical experience
• Ability to travel
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Excellent analytical, writing and reporting skills

Why Join Us?

• Work with a globally recognized conformity assessment body
• Opportunity to make an impact in promoting compliance and efficiency
• Professional growth and continuous learning

• lead auditors iso 9001 iso 45001 iso 14001 iso 22000

Are you an experienced auditor who understands how to apply risk based audits in a highly relational and contextual manner? Join our team as a contract lead auditor at JC Auditors, a leading conformity assessment body with a client-focused approach mitigate risk and elevate compliance in various industry sectors.

• Employment Type: Freelance Contract
• Industry: Logistics, Engineering, Manufacturing, Services, Mining
• Experience: Minimum 5 years
• Travel: Extensive

What You'll Do:

• Conduct ISO audits for a broad range of clients in different sectors
• Assess conformance to the various elements of each standard
• Provide expert guidance on risk management, IMS implementation, and continual improvement
• Work with a dynamic team committed to upholding the highest industry standards

What We’re Looking For :

• Degree/Diploma preferably science/engineering
• Certified Lead Auditor for the applicable standard
• Minimum of 5 years work experience
• Proven experience in conducting 3 rd party- audits with audit log
• Current Audit Log reflecting all completed audits and technical areas
• Strong technical experience
• Ability to travel
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Excellent analytical, writing and reporting skills

Why Join Us?

• Work with a globally recognized conformity assessment body
• Opportunity to make an impact in promoting compliance and efficiency
• Professional growth and continuous learning

Our firm's internal audit department is looking for eligible candidates for the role of senior internal auditor.

1. Must ensure that policies and procedures are strictly adhered to.
2. Must be committed to ensuring client services are met.
3. Must portray a professional image at all times.

1. Must have an Accredited B.Com Accounting/Auditing Degree or Diploma/B.Tech in Internal Audit.
2. Experience in Internal Audit at Local Government Level.
3. Must have a passion for internal auditing.
4. Must have excellent MS Office skills.
5. Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
6. Must be well-spoken and well presented.
7. Must have a Valid Driver's License and willingness to travel to other Provinces if and when required.

Advantageous:

1. Member of IIA and currently pursuing the CIA designation.

Remuneration will be dependent on experience and academic qualification. Separate Subsistence and Travel Allowances apply when traveling.

Please respond to the advert or send CV's and copies of transcripts to

Pooven Chetty & Associates t/a Umnotho Business Consulting

Purpose of this Management Role

The Manager: Internal Audit (IA) is responsible for the strategic and operational coordination and execution of and implementation of the audit plans and processes, monitoring internal audit assignments compliance with Global Internal Audit Standards by an outsourced provider, coordinating and presenting audit findings and recommendations to Management, the CEO, the Audit and Risk Committee. This role also assist review and oversee achievement of Combined Assurance Model and tracking its effectiveness at the CETA.

The Manager: Internal Audit is expected to help the CETA achieve strategic, operational and financial excellence by ensuring the independent review / assessment of its internal control environment and risk tolerance is at appropriate level. The individual may act or fulfil the role of the Chief Audit Executive (CAE) in coordinating IA activities and reporting to stakeholders, by playing a substantive role in maintaining a comprehensive corporate internal audit plan for the CETA, taking into account the organisation's risk management framework including using risk appetite levels set by Management and oversees timely completion of internal audit assignments / projects by actively championing the IA engagements from initiation / planning, execution, reporting and follow-ups.

Responsibilities of the Manager: Internal Audit

• Oversee alignment of Internal Audit (IA) strategy with the CETA's strategy, assess effectiveness of compliance with the CETA's code of ethics.
• Develop or modify the CETA internal audit methodology, approach and relevant framework for an effective co-sourced Internal Audit function.
• Prepare for internal and external audits and quality assurance reviews of the CETA processes.
• Coordinates the analysis and reviews of internal controls and processes by outsourced IA provider and ensures quarterly IC review reports are finalised on time for Management EXCOs, the ARC and the Board.
• Actively involved in championing the initial engagements planning, provides analysis of controls and processes, and reviews all audit documentations and reports. The IA will be responsible for coordinating the design and implementation of the worldwide internal audit program at CETA.
• Maintains documented audit records for validity, accuracy and reported discrepancies ito CETA IA methodology, including the  work programs and working papers.
• Coordinate the submission and distribution of the IA drafted audit reports to the various stakeholders and ensure adequacy and effectiveness of stakeholder action plans in response.
• Ensure that IA adheres to Internal Audit methodology, charter, processes, guidelines, best practices and that such documents are updated timeously when need arises.
• Be a value adding strategic partner to Management in improving assurance model of the CETA.
• Coordinate and  oversee the performance of the IA team and confirm that quality assurance has been undertaken  on the audit work at finalisation of IA assignments audit reports.
li>Demonstrates technical expertise and leadership in ensuring the CETA IA protocol processes are followed and tracked.
• Advise / coordinate resolution of ethics/compliance complaints and disposition of ethics violations.
• Quality assures the development of a culture of fraud risk awareness throughout the organisation.
• Establish a monitoring and follow-up system for audit results communicated.
• Evaluate the governance, risk and compliance frameworks in IA activities.
• Coordinate and manage IA resources and manage engagement activities, including managing the priorities of the IA activity, and promotes IA and its value within the CETA and external stakeholders.
• Promote appropriate ethics and values within the organisation through work of IA and external audits and other assurance providers.
• Promote the use of leading technologies by the IA provider in executing assignments and projects; and lead support of an environment that embraces changes and advancements within CETA.
• Support continuous improvement of the IA activity for reliance by external auditors and its improved rating.
• Support CETA personnel who may be seconded to work with internal audit for professional exposure in their personal and professional development goals during such assignments.
• Ensure the timely development and maintenance of a comprehensive corporate internal audit plan, considering the organisation's risk management framework including using risk appetite levels set by Management for the different activities or parts of the organisation.
• Provides operational leadership over internal audit and oversees the completion of internal audit projects on time. 

Other general responsibilities attached to this role

• Implement and oversee corrective action to address audit findings and recommendations as reported in assisting CETA achieve its turnaround strategy and improved audit outcomes.
• Identify and develop strategies to optimise key stakeholder relationships, implement those strategies in building sustainable and resilient relationships.
• Develop a comprehensive reporting system for the unit that considers all operational aspects and report such on a weekly, monthly, quarterly and on annual basis.
• Provide regular management reports for governance and executive management reporting processes.
• Establish processes and routines that ensure the CEO’s and Accounting Authority’s decisions are followed up and to contribute / support the implementation of such decisions.
Perform any other relevant duties as directed by the CEO.

Specific Deliverables Expected

• Credible and up to date Internal Audit Plans, Engagements Scope Letters, Audit Reports and Audit Findings Implementation Plans Trackers.
• Business unit’s Service Standards and Business Scorecard aligned to overall CETA scorecards, APP, SLA, Strategic Plans, IA methodology, etc.
li>All risk, compliance and governance reports for the Internal Audit function.
• Business unit’s budgets spending progress reports.

Desired Skills, Experience, Competencies and Attributes

• Honour’s degree in Internal Auditing (NQF 8) is key.
li>Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification is essential.
• 8-10 years’ experience and a track record of achievement in the internal audit environment is critical for success in this role.
li>Current membership / registration with the IIA-SA or equivalent professional body is essential.
• Knowledge of Quality systems applicable to SETAs is recommended .
• Experience in a PSET entity or public sector environment will be an added advantage.
• Report writing and presentation skills at advanced level.
• Knowledge and understanding of Corporate Governance and Regulatory Framework (i.e., SDA, PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, etc), and other related legislative and regulatory frameworks and requirements in a SETA  environment.
• Advanced numerical, conceptual, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexibility in working hours will be required to meet demands of the role, as may be required to work overtime from time to time.
• Risk management awareness and application of same; and budget control management.
• A valid driver’s license is necessary.

The following Attributes are necessary to succeed in this Management role:

• Self-discipline and motivated team player.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Good time management and decision-making skills.
• Ability to apply management skills at a strategic level in the context of project management.
• Superior analytical and critical thinking skills. Pay attention to detail, plus data analytical abailities.
• Ability to motivate others and diplomacy skills. Emotionally intelligent and communicates well across all levels.
• Ethical consciousness and conduct in all dealings with the matters of CETA.
• Strategic thinker and problem-solver.
• Value-adding advisor to the processes of the organisation.

Remuneration and Benefits

Remuneration for this role is a market related package per annum, in line with the CETA Remuneration Policy and the applicable salary scales. A competitive package will be negotiated to attract best candidates.

PLEASE NOTE

Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to vetting and assessment process by the CETA; with the successful candidates subjected to security vetting.

Interested applicants should send an application letter together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with the vacancy / position title reference number in the subject line, and copies of academic qualifications and professional institute’s membership certificates and names of three contactable referees via

CETA will not consider any late applications .

The CETA reserves the right to cancel this advert, and / or not to appoint. CETA will only correspond with shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive correspondence from CETA within 4 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Preference will be given to applicants who are still far from normal retirement age from this advert’s closing date; in line with preferred CETA succession planning principles.

Closing d te: 28 August 2025 @ 23h59.

“CETA is committed to providing equal opportunities. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender, disability) in the organisation through filling of this position and candidates whose appointment will promote representativity will receive preference .”

Purpose of the job:

The Senior Internal Auditor supervises and ensures that the project runs efficiently and profitably from inception to sign-off by managing all the relevant stakeholders in accordance with the Firm's policies and procedures and IIA Standards. The Senior Internal Auditor will ensure a high standard quality of deliverables to clients is maintained and all project deadlines for self and subordinates are adhered to.

The Key outcomes of this role are:

People:

• Staff Development (training and performance management)
• Staff relationships
• Values (REACT)

Client:

• Client Relationships (NPS)
• Internal Audit Plan Development
• Audit Committee Submission

Processes & Quality:

• Internal Audit project coordination and supervision (deadlines)
• Delivering high standard deliverables on time
  • Pentana (Planning / execution / reporting)
  • Quality Assurance (review of team work and clearing manager notes)

Project Planning 

Planning processes:

• Drafting of Scope Letter.
• Issuing of document requests (RFI) and gathering of relevant information. 
• Review and finalise the process walkthrough (system descriptions)
• Selection of samples as per the sample methology.
• Update of staff planner.  

Audit Work Programme

• Finalise a detailed Risk & Control Matrix for the process under review, in conjunction with the AM/M.
• Ensure that each risk identified is aligned to a control and audit procedure.
• Document the Risk and Control Matrix on Pentana, with minimal review notes by AM/M/SM.
• Assist in allocation of audit procedures to the execution team

Execution

• Executing allocated audit procedures as per approved Risk and Control
• Matrix (complex procedures - no more than 25% in general. Percentage may differ in consulting projects).
• Finalising findings with relevant process owners to confirm factual correctness, including the root cause and recommendations.
• Complete execution within allocated time/cost budget and communicate challenges, overruns and issues in advance. Assists and guides IA/JIA.

Client Management

• Assist with overall client management functions in conjunction with AM/M/SM:
  • Liaison with client.- Preparation of draft ARC/management reports.
  • Client plan management.

Quality and process

Execution

• Review working papers and findings of IA/JIA with constructive coaching notes, in line with IIA Standards.

Project Administration (Time & Attendance)

• Daily completion of timesheets and disbursement claims for inclusion in WIP
• Monitoring of project Budget/WIP on a daily basis.
• Remaining within the allocated hours and / or communicating overruns with The Manager/Senior Manager & Director.
• Commence and finalize allocated work within specified timeframes, as per resource planner and agreed upon with Manager or Director.

Team Evaluations

• Timely completion of own Project Performance Appraisal document (within 7 days after completion of the audit report).
• Timely review of the  IA/JIA's  Performance Appraisal (within 7 days after receipt of from the JIA).

Declaration of interest

• Signed declaration of interest for the client (Internal Document)
• Ensure that the audit  team has completed and signed the declaration of interest forms.

Quality

• Ensure that audit work and draft findings are adequately documented and substantiated with audit evidence on Pentana.
• All items on Pentana have been reviewed and signed off.
• Update and ensure the engagement file is ready for review on Pentana. 

Reporting

• Finalising findings with relevant process owners to confirm factual correctness, including the draft root cause, effects and recommendations.
• Development of a full draft report for management finalisation.

Communication

• Communicate with the AM/M/SM in a timely manner on progress of work and any challenges being experienced.
• Communicated with the team in relation to the project.
• Timely communication with the client.

People Development, Learning and Growth

CIA Certification

• Pass two out of three parts of the CIA exams

Generic Factors:

• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Acceptance of Responsibility
• Able to perform work and deliver without constant supervision/guidance.
• Shows commitment to the client, engagements and BDO.
• Constantly accepts responsibility in a competent manner.
• Can be relied upon to accept responsibility in respect of other employees in their absence when requested to do so.
• Requires minimal level of supervision and coaching.

Training and Development

• Keeps abreast of work related developments.
• Attendance of at least 85% of training interventions.
• Maintains or improves Skills Matrix rating to 85%.
• Maintains CPE hours & reporting (if certified).

Peer Assessment

• Obtain a minimum score of 75% in the 360-degree assessments 

Interpersonal skills and Teamwork

• Co-operates well with supervisors, colleagues and those supervised.
• Is polite and respectful of others. Demonstrates a sound and healthy attitude when interacting with others.
• Able to influence and communicate well as part of a team.  Works to achieve team objectives.
• Requires normal level of supervision and guidance.  

Requirements:

Qualifications

• Four year qualification in Internal Audit /B.Com Honours Internal Audit /or 
• Informatics /or Computer Science
• CIA/CISA/CFE

Experience

• Minimum 4 years working experience of
• Internal / IT Auditing:
  - 3 years trainee
  - 1 year supervisory level in IA/IT Auditing

Training

• For Internal Audit - COSO, IDEA, Pentana
• For IT Audit - ITIL, IDEA,COBIT
• For Forensics - IDEA
• Adequate Knowledge Base - King IV

Are you a seasoned banking professional looking for an exciting new opportunity? Join this growing dynamic team at a leading global commercial bank as the Head of Internal Audit for their venture into the vibrant Namibian market!

As the Head of Internal Audit, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with sound internal auditing standards while establishing and implementing robust audit charters, plans, and procedures. Reporting directly to the Board Audit Committee , your responsibilities will include coordinating and supervising audit functions to monitor compliance with policies, guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

1. Conduct periodic income assurance exercises to identify and rectify income leakages.
2. Ensure 100% compliance with policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
3. Foster effective collaboration with regulators and external auditors.
4. Conduct annual vulnerability tests on the bank's systems.
5. Provide timely reports and feedback on assurance services to the Board.
6. Assess bank-wide controls and evaluate operational risks.
7. Prepare detailed inspection reports for management review.
8. Develop, train, and evaluate the performance of audit staff.

1. Minimum of a first degree in any business-related discipline; ACIB, CA, or ACCA certification.
2. Formal training in banking law and regulations.
3. At least 8 years of banking experience, with 4 years at a management level in banking operations or audit/investigations.
4. Proficiency in banking operations, accounting, and audit processes.
5. Strong knowledge of domestic and international banking operations.
6. Familiarity with process re-engineering and total quality management principles.

If you meet the above requirements, please send your resume DIRECTLY to:

If there is no reply within two weeks, please assume that your application for the vacancy was unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles/positions.