Employment And Labour Assistant Director: Internal Audit Vacancy 2026 | Stipend: R487 197 per annum

Opportunity Overview

The Department of Employment and Labour, through its Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF), is inviting applications for the position of Assistant Director: Internal Audit. This significant role is based in Pretoria and contributes directly to the financial oversight and operational integrity of the Fund.

The successful candidate will be instrumental in the development of audit plans, the coordination of strategic risk-based audit initiatives, and the delivery of essential advisory and assurance services. This position offers an opportunity to play a key role in ensuring robust internal audit activities and effective resource management.

Minimum Requirements

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) in Internal Auditing, Auditing, Accounting, Computer Science, Information Systems, Informatics, or IT Auditing.
• A minimum of four (4) years of experience, which must include:
• Two (2) years of functional experience in an Internal Audit or IT Audit environment.
• Two (2) years at a supervisory level.
• Knowledge of: Conflict Management, Audit Techniques, Policy analysis, International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), Internal Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, and Global Internal Auditing Standards.
• Skills in: Communication, Coordinating, Presentation, Conflict and Problem Solving, Planning and Organising, Computer Literacy, Interpersonal, Team Leadership, Report Writing, Data Analytics, Self-Discipline, and Self-Management.
• Advantageous:
• Registration with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and/or Information Systems and Control Association (ISACA).
• Certification such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Professional Internal Auditor Certification (PIA), General Internal Auditor Certification (GIA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Risk Management Assurance (CRMA).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide input into the development of the three-year rolling and annual risk-based audit plans.
• Coordinate strategic risk-based audit plans within the Unemployment Insurance Fund.
• Undertake advisory and assurance services for the Fund.
• Conduct internal audit activities to support the oversight role of the audit committee.
• Manage human, financial, equipment, and asset resources within the internal audit section.

How to Apply

• Application Deadline: 07 August 2026
• Submit your application via email to: Jobs-UIF6@labour.gov.za
• Ensure the email subject line clearly states the Reference Number: HR4/4/3/2ASDIA/UIF.
• Equity Target Note: Priority for this position will be given to White Males and Females. Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.