assistant director: system audit, Ref No. LDOE 190/01/2026

Apply for assistant director: system audit at department of department of education. Closing date 2026-03-06.

Job Summary

Department: department of education

Directorate: internal control & compliance

Province: limpopo

Reference: LDOE 190/01/2026

Closing Date: 2026-03-06

Salary: R468,459

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 9

Centre: Head Office, Polokwane

Minimum Qualification

Relevant NQF level 6 qualification as recognized by SAQA.

Experience Required

5 years in System Auditing and Internal Control Compliance

Required Competencies & Skills

  • IT Governance and System Auditing
  • Knowledge of AGSA Audit Processes
  • Risk Management and Internal Control Frameworks
  • Proficiency in BAS, LOGIS, and PERSAL
  • Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
  • Team Leadership and Supervision
  • Legislative Compliance (PFMA, Treasury Regulations)
  • High Attention to Detail.

Requirements

  • Minimum of five (5) years' experience
  • At least three (3) years must be at lower management or supervisory level (Salary Level 7/8) within Internal Control, IT Audit, or Financial Systems Auditing.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Coordinate and facilitate strict internal controls over departmental systems (BAS, LOGIS, PERSAL)
  • Lead and facilitate IT audits in collaboration with the Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) and Internal Audit units
  • Develop and monitor Audit Action Plans to resolve findings and improve system integrity
  • Oversee the authorization protocols for system transactions to prevent unauthorized or fraudulent activities
  • Ensure departmental compliance with relevant legislative frameworks and ICT governance standards
  • Provide technical support to ensure the 'schooling system' data is secure and auditable
  • Manage human and financial resources within the sub-directorate.

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R468459 per annum, (all-inclusive package)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Mr Lukheli TV at 081 535 3675, Mr. Ramaru TE at 067 873 7345, Mesdames Mmowa LS at 081 532 6059, Phasiwe N at 081 550 2664 and Matupi MJ at 081 530 8921.

Reference No:

LDOE 190/01/2026

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: LDOE 190/01/2026
  • 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

When the Auditor-General (AGSA) finds a mistake, they issue a finding. Your job is to coordinate a specific plan to fix that mistake and ensure it never happens again, tracking progress until the issue is closed.
Be prepared to analyze a system access report to identify 'segregation of duties' conflicts or to draft a response to an audit query regarding system vulnerabilities.
While financial auditors look at the numbers, a System Auditor looks at the 'plumbing.' You ensure that the software (BAS, LOGIS, PERSAL) has the right controls, that passwords are secure, and that no single person has too much power to authorize payments without oversight.

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