Deputy Director: Internal Control and Compliance | Government Pensions Administration Agency | Pretoria
| Job Title | Deputy Director: Internal Control and Compliance | Government Pensions Administration Agency | Pretoria |
| Company | DPSA |
| Job Reference | DD/M&GSP/2026/06-1C |
| Category | Government |
| Location | Pretoria, ZA |
| Employment Type | Contractor, Temporary |
| Date Posted | 2026-06-25T19:09 |
| Closing Date | 2026-07-03T19:02 |
| Status | Open for Applications |
| Salary | ZAR 720147 - 932292 per year |
Deputy Director: Internal Control and Compliance | Government Pensions Administration Agency | Pretoria - Job Description
Introduction
The Government Pensions Administration Agency is looking for a financial governance specialist to lead their Internal Control and Compliance function in Pretoria on a 12-month contract. This is a high-impact role for a qualified finance or audit professional who is ready to make a measurable contribution to clean audit outcomes in government.
About the Company
Internal control and compliance sits at the core of any well-governed public institution. As Deputy Director in this function, you will manage pre-audit and financial control operations, develop and implement the GPAA's Internal Control Strategy, and provide strategic advice to the CFO and executive management on governance, compliance and audit readiness. You will also oversee the management of irregular, unauthorised, fruitless and wasteful expenditure — one of the most scrutinised areas of public sector financial management.
This role demands someone with a strong accounting or auditing background who understands the full landscape of public sector financial governance. While this is a 12-month contract, it offers enormous visibility within the organisation and significant potential for extension or permanent placement depending on performance and organisational needs.
Responsibilities
• Manage and perform pre-audit and financial control operations
• Exercise control on the effective implementation of procurement policies and procedures
• Develop and implement the GPAA Internal Control Strategy
• Provide strategic advice to the CFO and Executive Management on governance and compliance
• Ensure and monitor compliance with financial prescripts, Treasury Regulations and legislative framework
• Develop, implement and monitor internal control procedure manuals
• Compile appropriate responses and action plans regarding internal and external audit findings
• Report and compile the register of irregular, unauthorised, fruitless and wasteful expenditure
• Manage finance record services and ensure safe keeping of all financial records
• Support achievement of clean audit outcomes
• Conduct risk assessment for the Chief Directorate: Financial Management
• Manage all unit resources including performance, development, succession and budget
Required Qualifications
• A Bachelor's Degree (NQF Level 7) in Financial Management, Auditing or Accounting, or equivalent
• A postgraduate qualification is advantageous
• A professional certification such as CA(SA), CIA or CISA is preferred
• Minimum five to six years of experience in internal control, auditing or financial governance
• Three of those years must be in a supervisory or relevant middle management role
• Knowledge of: PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Pension Fund Act, GRAP standards, GEP Law, public sector governance frameworks
• Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, research and analysis, numeracy, methodical thinking, computer skills, leadership
How to Apply
1. Register or log in at https://erecruitment.gpaa.gov.za/ and complete your full profile thoroughly.
2. Upload your qualifications, ID and Matric certificate. Professional certification documents (CA(SA), CIA, CISA) should also be uploaded if applicable.
3. Apply for reference number DD/M&GSP/2026/06-1C through the e-Recruitment system.
4. Submit before 12:00 midday on 03 July 2026. No late applications will be considered.
5. For enquiries contact Sanele Ngema at (012) 319 3501 or Enquiries.erecruitment@gpaa.gov.za.
TIPS TO STRENGTHEN YOUR APPLICATION
• A professional accounting or auditing certification (CA(SA), CIA or CISA) is strongly preferred. If you hold one, this should be the first thing visible on your profile.
• GRAP standards knowledge is specifically listed — if you have prepared or reviewed financial statements under GRAP in a public sector environment, highlight this clearly.
• Experience managing or responding to Auditor General findings is directly relevant. Describe any audit remediation work you have done in specific terms.
• This is a 12-month contract but at Deputy Director level — treat it as seriously as a permanent post. Contractors at this level are often considered for permanent opportunities.
• Compile examples of internal control frameworks or compliance strategies you have developed. Being able to speak to these concretely in an interview will set you apart.