assistant director: governance services, Ref No. DSD/2026/09

Apply for assistant director: governance services at department of limpopo department of social development. Closing date 2026-03-13.

Job Summary

Department: limpopo department of social development

Directorate: governance / internal control

Province: limpopo

Reference: DSD/2026/09

Closing Date: 2026-03-13

Salary: R468,459

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 9

Centre: Head Office

Minimum Qualification

Appropriate qualification at NQF level 6 or equivalent in Financial Accounting / Internal Auditing / Cost and Management Accounting

Experience Required

3 years at Supervisory/Junior Management level in Governance, Internal Control, and Compliance

Required Competencies & Skills

  • In-depth knowledge of Accounting and Auditing standards
  • Expertise in the PFMA and governance frameworks
  • Skills in policy analysis, interpretation, and budgeting
  • Strong leadership, relationship management, and change management
  • High ethical integrity and problem-solving abilities

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience at supervisory or Junior Management level (SR7-10)
  • Valid driver's license

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Develop and implement internal control and compliance strategic frameworks
  • Oversee governance processes to ensure adherence to policies, laws, and regulations
  • Facilitate risk assessment and mitigation regarding internal controls
  • Coordinate and facilitate internal and external audit processes
  • Design and lead capacity-building and training on governance and compliance

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R468459 per annum (Level 09)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

General enquiries about the advertised posts should be directed to Mr S Rasivumo / Ms ME Gafane / Mr QLM Mogotlane / Ms MR Semake/Mr LI Mosehlana at 015 230 4422 / 4315 / 4375 / 4434.

Reference No:

DSD/2026/09

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: DSD/2026/09
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

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Frequently Asked Questions

While auditors check work after it is done, Governance Services focuses on the 'Framework'-creating the systems, policies, and internal controls that prevent errors and non-compliance from happening in the first place.
Shortlisted candidates are often asked to draft a 'Compliance Monitoring Plan' or perform a 'Root Cause Analysis' on a hypothetical audit finding to suggest internal control improvements.
You will facilitate the identification and assessment of risks specifically associated with governance and internal controls, acting as a bridge between management and the audit teams.

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