Specialist: Strategic Projects & Process

Listing reference: agsa_000063
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 12 June 2026
Position summary
Industry: Auditing/Accounting
Job category: Other Accounting, Auditing
Location: Pretoria
Contract: Permanent
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The purpose of this role is to support the implementation of resource management initiatives including but not limited to to resource management activities, pre-issuance processes, and monitoring compliance with the PAA, including monitoring of section 4(3) auditees and concurrence process.
Job description

Strategic Function
•    Support the implementation of the Business Unit Balance Score Card (BSC) initiatives
 
Product Management
•    Maintain and update PIR reviewer information and annual allocations
•    Coordinate the loading and approval of reviewer contracts and related documents
•    Screen and assess requests from business units and prepare recommendations for the manager
•    Update allocations and budget tracking on the relevant tools and keep records up to date
•    Support supplier performance monitoring and help track actions linked to contractual requirements (including penalty clauses, where applicable)
•    Support the drafting, updating and roll-out of PIR procedures
•    Coordinate the loading of PIR MOAs before each audit cycle and support ongoing follow-ups with stakeholders
•    Organize PIR workshops and training sessions (logistics, invites, attendance registers and feedback)
•    Support quality checks for PIR processes, including reviewer allocations and training records
•    Prepare regular PIR status reports for the manager and help communicate updates to relevant stakeholders
•    Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and manage stakeholder queries in line with approved protocols
•    Contribute to knowledge sharing by highlighting insights, risks, and operational challenges throughout the portfolio
•    Support with resource planning and allocation activities
•    Draft and update SOPs and SLAs to clarify roles and steps for resource allocation
•    Compile resource data and support analysis to help determine the optimal staff mix
•    Coordinate pooling and delivery Centre activities and support the use of portfolio/resource tools
•    Maintain governance and allocation documentation for assigned initiatives and keep records up to date
•    Support budget tracking and financial controls; help prepare monthly/quarterly/annual reports
•    Identify resource constraints or bottlenecks and track actions to resolution
•    Coordinate resource allocation activities ahead of audit cycles and keep allocation records updated
•    Maintain and update the Section 4(3) repository to ensure information is current and easy to access
•    Support the review and updating of Section 4(3) procedures anIntegrityd guidance notes and keep version control records
•    Track process issues and bottlenecks, follow up on actions, and escalate to the manager when needed
•    Support monitoring of compliance with the Public Audit Act and relevant directives and maintain evidence/records
•    Coordinate and track Section 4(3) governance actions and deliverables and report progress to the manager
•    Organize and coordinate the annual Section 4(3) workshop (logistics, invites, attendance and minutes) and support reporting of outcomes
•    Prepare and share the annual Section 4(3) update with internal and external stakeholders, as approved by the manager
 
Stakeholder Management
•    Maintain effective relations with both internal and external stakeholders
•    Build collaborative relationships with internal and relevant stakeholders
•    Support initiatives of sharing insights, risks and experiences
•    Manage the feedback process to stakeholders by tracking all queries received, getting the relevant information and formulating appropriate responses according to the approved protocol
 
People Management
•    Manage own development and performance as per the generic competency plan, training plan and individual performance contract
•    Comply with the necessary training regulations, applicable policies and other training initiatives
•    Participate in the BUs transformation, culture, diversity and employment equity initiatives
 
Financial Management
•    Ensure compliance with AGSA policies and procedures
•    Ensure compliance with internal processes and procedures
•    Manage supply chain processes within scope of work
•    Assist in providing information on payments to suppliers and service providers
 
Other responsibilities
•    Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments delegated by the Manager not stipulated in the role profile description as and when required
 
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
Emotional Maturity
Empowerment
Diversity and Inclusion
Integrity
Authenticity
Performance Excellence
Innovation and 
Continuous Improvement
Accountability
Courageous and Ethical Leadership
 
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Quality Management
Regulatory Compliance & Governance
Resource Management & Financial Tracking
Management of queries
Incident Management

Minimum requirements

Minimum requirement
 
Formal Education
  •  Minimum qualification: CA(SA)
Experience
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in an auditing environment.
Applications closing date:  12 June 2026
NOTE: Should you not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
 
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This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.
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