Cape Town Region: Internal Control Officer (level 7) – Head Office, Bridgetown posted by Cape Nature

CapeNature seeks to appoint an Internal Control Officer. Your role will focus on executing control activities, monitoring controls, performing investigations and monitoring compliance, all in the effort to ensure the control environment is efficient and effective and that proper governance practices are implemented and practiced. This is a support role to the Team Leader: Internal Controls and will be key in ensuring the provision of decision-making information to Senior Management, Executive Management, Board and key external stakeholders. You will be required to travel and to interact with all directorates, components and landscapes within the Entity. RESPONSIBILITIES: KPA 1 – Control Activities Lead the process of understanding and analysing business processes in order to design detective and preventative controls. Support, review and advise functional areas on standard operating procedures that have been drafted by business units. KPA 2 – Monitoring Activities Execution of procedures for providing assurance and non-assurance services on finance related matters. Verify compliance with SCM legislation, regulations and policies. Provide assurance and related services on reported performance information. Provide assurance and related services on ICT Governance. Verify compliance with Contract Management framework. Monitor regularly the implementation of key controls within the Entity. Monitor implementation of audit action plans by management. KPA 3 – Compliance Testing Perform tests to ensure that the Entity complies with applicable legislation and regulations. Execution of assurance services through compliance inspections. Monitor ongoing compliance with applicable legislation and regulations. Monitor implementation of corrective measures where non-compliance was detected. KPA 4 – Investigations Perform assessments, determinations and investigations on alleged matters of non-compliance with internal policies and alleged fraud. Assist in the rendering of fraud and losses management services. Monitor loss management and fruitless and wasteful expenditure processes of the Entity. KPA 5 Knowledge sharing and Governance Review Entity policies and governance practices for effectiveness, relevance and implementation. Carry out assignments from the manager on matters related to Strategy and Governance. Ensure implementation of corrective measures and preventative controls with regard to GRAP, the PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Monitor compliance with King 4 Report on Good Governance and Corporate Conduct. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor Degree or equivalent NQF level 7 diploma in Accounting or Internal Auditing Valid EB (Code 8) Drivers license. 2-3 years relevant experience in related field of employment Recommendations: Completed SAICA articles will be an advantage Experience and knowledge of the following:- Principles and Practices of external and internal auditing – Policy and procedure analysis and development – Financial norms and standards (GRAP) – PFMA and National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions/Directives – Public Service Anti-Corruption Strategy and Fraud Prevention Measures – Internal Control Frameworks, Tools and Techniques – Risk Management Frameworks – Performance Information Management Frameworks in the Public Sector – ICT General Controls and Cyber-Security – King 4 Code of Corporate Conduct and Good Governance Competencies: Computer literacy plus advanced proficiency in MS Office Excellent interpersonal, writing and communication skills Prioritisation and time management skills Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Strong ability to pay attention to detail and be analytical Continual improvement mindset Bilingualism in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape AS A PERMANENT EMPLOYEE OF CAPENATURE, YOU WILL ENJOY: 24 days of annual leave per annual leave cycle; A hybrid working system permitting remote work within limitations, where applicable. Comprehensive benefits for death, critical illness or injury linked to the Pension Fund for CapeNature employees; Staff discounts of up to 50% on CapeNature accommodation at reserves across the Western Cape; Opportunities for career progression and development through internal and external training interventions, and academic growth through the internal CapeNature Bursary Programme subject to Bursary Policy guidelines; Free access to CapeNatures Wellness Partner for you and your immediate household which includes professional counselling, financial, legal and health related advice; and The opportunity to positively impact the environment and promote a sustainable future. Kindly Note: Only suitable candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered. Shortlisted candidates may be required to undertake a competency assessment. CapeNature reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise a post should it be deemed necessary within its sole discretion. *Remuneration negotiable within the range provided, depending on current remuneration package. Apply via: Closing Date: 12 March 2026