{"id":12672,"date":"2013-07-09T10:09:04","date_gmt":"2013-07-09T08:09:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistsouthafrica.com\/?p=12672"},"modified":"2016-11-18T14:47:19","modified_gmt":"2016-11-18T12:47:19","slug":"mtn-senior-auditor-it-job-vacancy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistsouthafrica.com\/mtn-senior-auditor-it-job-vacancy.html","title":{"rendered":"MTN Senior Auditor IT Job Vacancy"},"content":{"rendered":"

Job Mission:<\/strong>
\nTo provide business with consulting services on the effectiveness of controls in computerised and related manual systems either operating or in the process of development and to perform professional IT audit work individually or as part of a team in order to review the goals, objectives and impact of a variety of economic, financial and managerial programs in conformance with company policy and procedures and IIA standards of professional practice<\/p>\n

KPA Duties:<\/strong>
\nTask Complexity: Operational Planning \u2022 Align operational targets to business strategy \u2022 Consider the long term (1-2 years) implications of actions from a broad perspective \u2022 Consider the impact of solutions on other areas of the business, as well as the interdependency of units \u2022 Drive best practice, continuous improvement and innovation at process and procedure level \u2022 Construct, fine-tune and recommend methods, processes and systems to enhance effectiveness and meet organisational goals \u2022 Identify and analyse causes of uneconomic and inefficient practices and assess potential alternatives to yield better results \u2022 Examine and ascertain the reliability of information systems in terms of input, processing and output \u2022 Ensure that systems comply with statutory regulations, generally accepted accounting principles, adequate financial controls, established company plans and procedures and IIA guidelines for professional internal audit practice \u2022 Audit the development of information systems that are able to detect and report on irregularities to reduce the potential for fraud \u2022 Prepare planning activities for audits, projects and computer system reviews assigned \u2022 Provide input into Audit Coverage Plan by assisting in determining audit priorities, by evaluating and comparing potential business and IT related risks. Operational Implementation \u2022 Provide technical assistance to audit staff members in the effective discharge of their duties \u2022 Develop audit objectives for conducting of audit projects \u2022 Perform and\/or manage audits of IT systems and processes to validate the design and operating effectiveness of the following control areas: o Application Controls; o Information Security including Logical and Physical Access; o Change Management\/System Development Life Cycle; o Disaster Recovery Reviews; o Pre\/Post implementation reviews; o IT Project Management; o Project Governance; o IT Risk Management (i.e. Planning and Organisation); o Data Migration reviews; o Data Quality Reviews; o Business Process Mapping reviews; o IT Acquisition and Implementation; and o Information technology systems and infrastructures process and control reviews. \u2022 Support the Business Risk Management department (Internal Audit, Forensic and Risk management) with the performance of audits which include IT elements. \u2022 Liaise with External Auditors as required \u2022 Plan and agree the scope and timing of the IT Audit assignments \u2022 Conduct a preliminary survey of the area being audited \u2022 Agree audit objectives with client management \u2022 Execute IT Audit Assignments in accordance with the IIA and International Governance Frameworks (i.e. COBIT, ITIL etc.) \u2022 Conduct meetings with MTN employees across all levels as required \u2022 Report audit findings and make recommendations to improve operations, reduce costs and add value \u2022 Evaluate data compiled during audit projects and prepare reports on conditions found \u2022 Present findings and recommendations concerning programs audited to management \u2022 Coordinate audit activities with data processing and other departments to secure programming and computer time \u2022 Perform statistical analyses of data (e.g. CAATS) \u2022 Follow-up audit reports to ascertain that action is taken on agreed action plans \u2022 Serve as liaison with management in disciplines related to assigned expertise \u2022 Keep current with audit techniques and principles \u2022 Review and ensure the safety and security of operating information transacted through IT equipment or systems \u2022 Perform or assist in the performance of special reviews at the request of senior management. \u2022 Sourcing, administration and use of Internal audit tools. \u2022 Make oral or written presentations to management during and at the conclusion of the audit, discussing deficiencies, recommending corrective action and suggesting improvements in information and related technological operations. \u2022 Manage the audit findings repository. \u2022 Stay informed about systems activity throughout the company in order to develop a comprehensive audit plan that helps ensure cost effective internal controls and security is in place, to protect the company’s information assets. \u2022 Ensure the audit function has access to and can make effective use of information technology in carrying out its mission. \u2022 Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of managements\u2019 controls over activities, compliance of the clients with policies, processes, procedure and regulations, adequacy of measures to safeguard assets, and reliability of the information and procedures generated and in a manner consistent with good business practices. \u2022 Prepare and\/or review audit work papers to support the audit scope and reports and ensure that they are properly documented and filed for future references. \u2022 Produce and communicate status of audit work with fellow team members and senior manager relative to milestones, open issues and client management acceptance. \u2022 Effectively communicate audit status and issues in kick-off, interim and exit meeting. Consulting \u2022 Provide a consulting service to business on effectiveness of controls in computerised and related manual systems either operational or in the process of development \u2022 Consult with business clients to improve processes \u2022 Identify opportunities for increasing operational efficiencies and strengthening management controls \u2022 Maintain relationship with senior management of assigned functional\/business units to provide a value added service. \u2022 Perform risk identification of business operations to assess potential problems or control weaknesses and provide guidance on how to address identified shortcomings on an ad-hoc basis \u2022 Facilitation of internal or external presentations (i.e. IT risk assessment). Supervisory \/ Leadership \/ Managerial Complexity: \u2022 Manage relationships with BRM team members \u2022 Encourage professionalism, loyalty and commitment to the organization \u2022 Communicate actively and effectively resolving any potential conflicts that may arise \u2022 Have the self-insight and flexibility to adapt to different situations \u2022 Manage boundaries that separate units in order to optimise workflow \u2022 Live the MTN Brand \u2013 change and influence employees behaviour<\/p>\n

Requirements:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 A relevant BSC or BComm Degree \u2013 e.g. Computer Science, Information Systems \u2022 Certification \u2013 CISA, CIA (or working towards it)
\n\u2022 4-5 years applicable auditing experience in Information Systems, internal and\/or external auditing or information systems auditing environment \u2022 A strong background in auditing and risk management procedures
\nKnowledge: \u2022 MTN products and services \u2022 Market research \u2022 Broad knowledge of the industry \u2022 Understanding the regulated environment \u2022 An understanding of the MTN business \u2022 Thorough knowledge and understanding of risk management, control and auditing methodologies \u2022 Flowcharting \u2022 Standards for Professional Practice of Internal Auditing \u2022 IT Auditing principles \u2022 IT applications and databases Skills \/ physical competencies: \u2022 Feedback skills \u2022 Relationship skills \u2013 to build relationships to facilitate efficient workflow \u2022 Scanning skills \u2013 to search for new ideas, trends and principles \u2022 Strong \u201ccan-do\u201c attitude combined with an ability to use minimum resources to get maximum outputs \u2022 Systems thinking \u2013 understanding the \u201cbig picture\u201d \u2022 Business acumen \u2013understanding of the business as a whole \u2022 Negotiation skills \u2022 Analytical skills \u2022 Planning skills \u2022 Conflict management skills \u2022 Communication skills \u2013written and verbal \u2022 Influencing skills \u2022 Time management, specifically the ability to prioritise \u2022 People skills \u2013 creating and nurturing the tone of the internal culture \u2022 Flexibility \u2013 the ability to adapt and change in the light of changing circumstances \/ new information \u2022 Culture diversity management skills \u2022 Stress management skills \u2022 Risk management skills \u2022 Presentation skills \u2022 Ability to work with conflicting objectives \u2022 Ability to work with deadlines in a deadline-driven environment \u2022 Crisis management skills Behavioural qualities: \u2022 Professionalism \u2022 Positive attitude \u2022 Assertive \u2013 being tough when necessary without fear or favour \u2022 Confidence, courage and conviction \u2013 challenging the status quo and breaking down silo barriers to performance, and overcoming resistance to change \u2022 Resilience \u2013 to repeatedly challenge despite setbacks and resistance \u2022 Proactivity and initiative \u2013 to introduce ongoing changes to maximise productivity and influence the future \u2022 Focused and priority driven \u2013 staying focused amidst the multiple demands and expectations \u2022 Innovative \u2022 Accuracy \u2022 Attention to detail \u2022 Highly driven and motivated individual, with strong personal presence, integrity and resilience \u2022 Decisive \u2022 Action-oriented, self starter \u2022 Diplomacy and tact \u2022 Relationship builder \u2013 strong people focus \u2022 Operate with integrity (high ethics) \u2022 Pressure tolerance \u2022 Consultative \u2022 Inquisitive \u2022 Perseverance \u2022 Team-orientation \u2022 Ability to take initiative and work both in isolation and be a team player \u2022 Objective \u2022 Independent<\/p>\n

Vacancy Summary<\/p>\n

Reference No IRC114026
\nPosition Type Permanent
\nAffirmative Action Y
\nSalary –
\nAdditional \u2022 Flexible working hours \u2022 Flexibility to travel (local \/ international) \u2022 Constant pressure to meet extremely tight deadlines<\/p>\n

How to Apply:<\/strong>
\nClick on the Apply Now button below or on this link to apply online<\/a><\/p>\n

Deadline: 18\/07\/2013<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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