One of our client in the Audit Institution based in Pretoria is seeking an IT Project Manager to provide support to management in managing a portfolio of audits in an effective and efficient manner with the resources allocated in accordance with PFMA and MFMA timelines, ISA standards and the Organisation’s Policies and Procedures.Responsibilities
Conduct Audits
• Participate in audit committee/steering committee meetings with management as and when required
• Conduct audits in terms of the three audit phases:

Planning
Plan the audit in terms of:
• Defining the objectives of the audit.
• Defining the scope of the audit.
• Benchmarks to be utilized.
• Assessing the risks from source documentation.
• Compiling the audit plan.
• Conducting a walk through process with the relevant role players.
• Conduct the field work in accordance with policies and procedures.

Execute tests to determine:
• Compliance to policies, procedures, standards and specifications.
• Adequacy on goals.
• Reliability of information.
• Efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
• Safeguarding of assets.

Generate the audit report indicating:
• Audit findings
• Recommendations
• Submit the report to Line Manager for input and review and effect the necessary amendments as indicated.
• Communicate to Manager and Senior Manager on progress or obstacles during the audit.

Participate in a closure meeting, where appropriate, to discuss:
• Accepted recommendations to be implemented and timelines applicable.
• Rejected recommendations and internal actions to be implemented.
• Target dates for implementation and review.
• Conduct the audit in accordance with internal processes, policies and procedures.
• Conduct the audit within the allocated time frame.
• Promote and manage sound internal controls within the Business Unit.

Maintain Stakeholder Relationships
• Maintain internal stakeholder relationships:
• Attend debriefing sessions with management
• Liaise with colleagues within the Business Unit

Maintain external stakeholder relationships:
• Liaise with audit firms
• Liaise with prospective employees
• Liaise with auditees with regards to Audit requirements

Manage Own Personal Development
• Continually improve own competence through personal development as per Personal Development Plan (PDP).
• Participate in learning and development programmes.
• Participate on programmes for purposes of Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
• Keep up to date with the latest developments at the organization.
• Participate in transformational initiatives encompassing change, organizational culture, CSI, diversity etc.

Adhere to Budget Allocations / Targets
• Support the Manager in the delivery of high quality, accurate and cost effective audits.
• Manage projects efficiently and effectively in terms of time, cost and quality.

Provide input into the planning of audits under her/his control:
• Budget requirements.
• Organizational reporting.
• Adhere to budget allocations for the bookings of hours and expenses.
• Obtain approval from Line Manager for any expenses not budgeted for.
• Achieve own recoverability target.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or B-Tech level Degree in Auditing, Computer Science or Informatics
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is an added advantage
• Minimum 2 to 4 years IS auditing experience