INTERNAL AUDITOR: PERFORMANCE AUDIT is a South African government vacancy at Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic). This job is part of Circular 20 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Sunnyside, Pretoria | closing date: 30 June 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Applications
Where to send your application.
Applications can be submitted: Via e-mail to applications@thedtic.gov.za (Ref no. must appear in subject-line – if no reference no. is provided the application may not be considered), by post to The Director: Human Resources Management, Private Bag X84, Pretoria, 0001; Hand-delivered to the dtic Campus, corner of Meintjies and Robert Sobukwe Streets, Sunnyside, Pretoria.
Overview
To independently assess management measures in place to ensure Economy, Efficiency and Effectiveness of operations, and make recommendations in this respect.
Salary
R413 001 per annum (Level 08), (Commencing salary)
Centre
Sunnyside, Pretoria
Requirements
- Qualification in Internal Auditing, Accounting with majors in Auditing or Accounting or related fields at NQF Level 6.
- 1–2 years in performance auditing in the public/private sector.
- Key Requirements: Experience in conducting performance audits and applying audit standards and methodologies.
- Ability to gather and evaluate audit evidence, formulate findings and compile reports.
- Strong understanding of PFMA, Treasury Regulations and performance information auditing.
- Proficient in audit planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up.
- Familiarity with SMART principles in performance planning and APP evaluation.
- Attention to detail, analytical thinking and ability to communicate audit results clearly.
- Proficiency in MS Office and electronic audit tools (e.g.
- Teammate).
- Strong administrative and records management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an audit team.
Duties
- Prepare engagement documentation and analyse background information.
- Identify focus areas, audit objectives and compile planning memos.
- Perform control tests and compile working papers with audit evidence.
- Raise informal queries and participate in audit fieldwork.
- Compile draft reports, obtain comments, and follow up on audit findings.
- Participate in audit steering committees and submit executive summaries.
- Assess APP planning and evaluate quarterly/annual performance reporting.
- Submit accurate timesheets and maintain audit files per the dtic standards.
Enquiries
Ms U Pitse Tel No: (012) 394 1563 / L Mdashe Tel No: (012) 394 3103 / V Mazibuko Tel No: (012) 394 5608
Department Notes
The application must include a completed and signed new Z83 Form, obtainable from any Public Service Department, the dtic website or on the internet at www.gov.za, and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Applications received that do not comply with this requirement will not be considered. Certified copies of qualifications and Identity Document or any other relevant documents are to be submitted by only shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection panel for Senior Management Services (SMS) positions will further recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency-based assessment. The Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela Programme) as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) must be completed before an appointment on SMS level can be considered. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link:https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme. No appointment on SMS level will take place without the successful completion of the pre-entry certificate and submission of proof thereof. Background verification, social media checks and security vetting will form part of the selection process and successful candidates will be subjected to security vetting. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. the dtic reserves the right not to fill any advertised position(s). the dtic is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and candidates whose appointment will promote representivity, will be given preference. ERRATUM: Kindly note that the following posts was advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 18 dated 22 May 2026, Deputy Director: Public Entity Performance Monitoring & Reporting Ref No: ODG 073; Senior Legal Administration Officer (MR6) Ref No: CMSB-014 (X2 Posts); Assistant Director: Investment Information Ref No: IIAF&A05; Assistant Director: America Bilateral Relations Ref No: Trade-056 (X2 Posts); Assistant Director: Middle East Bilateral Relations Ref No: Trade-05; Assistant Director: Multilaterals Ref No: Trade-070; Executive Office Manager: Office of the Deputy Director-General Ref No: Trade-003; B-BBEE Compliance And Advocacy Officer REF NO: SID&ET-119 (X3 Posts; B-BBEE Investigations And Enforcement Officer Ref No: SID&ET-117 (X2 Posts); Personal Assistant Ref No: CMSB-007; the closing date has been extended to 17 June 2026.
Notes
In terms of the dtic's EE requirements, preference will be given to African male, Coloured female and male, Indian male, White male and persons with disabilities.
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Original Text
reference number. Candidates who are still interested to be considered must please re-apply.
Overview: To independently assess management measures in place to ensure
Economy, Efficiency and Effectiveness of operations, and make recommendations in this respect.
SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08), (Commencing salary)
CENTRE : Sunnyside, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Qualification in Internal Auditing, Accounting with majors in Auditing or Accounting or related fields at NQF Level 6. 1–2 years in performance auditing
in the public/private sector. Key Requirements: Experience in conducting performance audits and applying audit standards and methodologies. Ability to
gather and evaluate audit evidence, formulate findings and compile reports.
Strong understanding of PFMA, Treasury Regulations and performance information auditing. Proficient in audit planning, execution, reporting, and
follow-up. Familiarity with SMART principles in performance planning and APP evaluation. Attention to detail, analytical thinking and ability to communicate
audit results clearly. Proficiency in MS Office and electronic audit tools (e.g.
Teammate). Strong administrative and records management skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an audit team.
DUTIES : Prepare engagement documentation and analyse background information. Identify focus areas, audit objectives and compile planning memos. Perform
control tests and compile working papers with audit evidence. Raise informal queries and participate in audit fieldwork. Compile draft reports, obtain
comments, and follow up on audit findings. Participate in audit steering committees and submit executive summaries. Assess APP planning and
evaluate quarterly/annual performance reporting. Submit accurate timesheets and maintain audit files per the dtic standards.
ENQUIRIES : Ms U Pitse Tel No: (012) 394 1563 / L Mdashe Tel No: (012) 394 3103 / V Mazibuko Tel No: (012) 394 5608
NOTE : In terms of the dtic's EE requirements, preference will be given to African male, Coloured female and male, Indian male, White male and persons with
disabilities.
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 20 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.