The position of Quality Assurance Manager is vacant. The Quality Assurance Manager will report directly to the Internal Chief Audit Executive and forms part of the Internal Audit Division. The position is based at Head Office.

The total remuneration package based on qualifications and experience.

The Quality Assurance Manager will be required to provide support to the Internal Chief Audit Executive through the following KPA’s:

Key Performance Areas (KPAs):

• Ensure Internal Audit Policies and Procedures are aligned to Internal Audit Methodology, IIA requirements, King IV and the Medical Scheme’s Act;
• Monitor and report the performance of the function against the internal audit definition, IIA standards, regulation, policies and procedures through ongoing and periodic reviews;
• Develop and maintain a quality assurance and improvement program that covers all aspects of the internal audit function, including continuous and periodic internal assessments;
• Develop and update training materials for internal audit activities;
• Facilitate, deliver and monitor training of auditors (either in-house, co-sourced or out-sourced) on the GEMS internal audit policies and procedures as an induction and on ongoing basis;
• Develop working and reporting templates to facilitate adherence to the internal audit policies and procedures;
• Administer and report on the outcomes of the post engagement client surveys.

   

  Qualification requirements are:

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), with a relevant degree;
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in internal auditing, 2 of which must have been in management of the Quality Assurance & Improvement Program;
• Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors;
• Staff management experience;
• Knowledge of the medical scheme industry would be advantageous;
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience in designing, implementing and reviewing internal audit policies and procedures in alignment with IIA standards;
• Excellent computer literacy and MS Office skills;
• Sound qualitative and quantitative analysis skills;
• Excellent communication and writing skills;
• Sound planning/ project management skills;
• Attention to detail;
• Ability to work independently, organise tasks efficiently and perform the audit function accurately.
• Able to cope under pressure
• Ability to demonstrate highest level of ethical behaviour

Should you be interested, please apply for the position by emailing your CV to jobs@gems.gov.za

The closing date for applications is 11 December 2020. Should you not hear from us by 31 January 2021, please consider your application unsuccessful.

GEMS employs people with the highest level of integrity – submission to the appropriate pre-employment assessment is obligatory to be considered for the position.