Senior Manager: Internal Control and Assurance - D4

QUALIFICATIONS Matric Certificate (NQF 4) Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Internal Auditing, or any related field. Postgraduate in Accounting, Finance, Internal Auditing, or any related field would be an added advantage. Master’s or MBA would be an added advantage. Required Certification/ Professional Registration: CIA or CA(SA) or ACCA with substantial governance and assurance experience is required. CIA and/or CISA is preferred. Professional credentials such as CIA (Certified Internal) is preferred. CA(SA), CIA and CISA combination would be an added advantage. EXPERIENCE Seven (7) years' relevant experience in Governance, Internal Controls, Assurance, Auditing, or Compliance. Three (3) years in supervisory or management role. FUNCTIONAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Sound knowledge of corporate governance frameworks (e.g., King IV) and public sector legislation (e.g., PFMA, Treasury Regulations) Knowledge of enterprise risk management (ERM) and Combined Assurance principles Understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks, including policy development and legislative processes Knowledge of compliance, ethics, and audit practices within regulated environments Understanding of ISO and SHEQ management systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001) Knowledge of organisational security, resilience, and risk integration practices Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex risks and governance issues. Ability to interpret legislation and translate it into practical policies and frameworks. Effective strategic thinking and decision-making capability at an enterprise level Strong reporting and presentation skills, including engagement with EXCO Advanced stakeholder engagement and influencing skills across internal and external environments. Ability to integrate multiple governance functions (legal, risk, compliance, security, ISO) into a cohesive framework --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TERM OF APPOINTMENT The Senior Manager: Internal Control and Assurance shall be appointed for a fixed term of one (1) year , subject to the terms and conditions of appointment as determined by the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- As we are committed to Employment Equity in our employment practices, it is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our Equity objectives. Preference will be given to African Males, Indian Males, African Females, Coloured Females and persons living with disability to achieve the objectives of Employment Equity. CLOSING DATE: 10 NOVEMBER 2026 For any related queries regarding this position, please contact Ms Zanele Zwane at 012 366 2600. Please note: SAMSA reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered. Psychometric and other assessments may be used as part of the selection process and all shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for the tests. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date as mentioned above, kindly deem your application unsuccessful.