Chief Audit Executive

CHIEF AUDIT EXECUTIVE – GRADE 4 – FIXED TERM CONTRACT 5 YEARS LOCATION: BRUMA, JOHANNESBURG ATNS operates from nine ACSA and 12 other aerodromes. As a globally competitive employer of choice, ATNS is committed to diversity and has achieved ranking within the top 10 companies in South Africa with regards to female representation at executive levels. JOB TITLE: CHIEF AUDIT EXECUTIVE REPORTING LINE: CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER REF: ATNS CAE/2024 Purpose To provide independent and objective assurance and consulting services to the Board and ATNS leadership on the status of internal controls, risk management and governance within the entity and contribute to the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control processes. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

1. Strategy and Leadership - Lead conceptualisation, design, implementation, and review of the overall Internal Audit strategy aligned to the business needs, ATNS’ vision, and business strategy. - Ensure that internal audit goals are aligned with the strategic goals of ATNS. - Lead the internal audit activities in accordance with the internal audit charter and the mandatory elements of the internal audit professional practice framework and standards. - Provide the Internal Audit input into ATNS’s long-term strategy. - Set clear targets for the Internal Audit function and ensure the achievement of such targets by cascading the targets throughout the department. - Drive the vision, mission and values of ATNS within internal audit.
2. Internal Audit Risk Management - Ensure that Internal Audit strategic plans are aligned with the Enterprise-wide risk management plan. - Proactively identify all strategic, operational, as well as functional risks related to internal auditing. - Develop and implement internal audit mitigation plans to address identified risks in the business.
3. Audit and Risk Committee Reporting - Attend all Audit & Risk Committee meetings. - Respond appropriately to requests of executives and Audit & Risk Committee regarding special investigations and ad hoc projects.
4. Management and Coordination of Internal Audit Function - Develop and maintain a combined assurance framework. - Test compliance with regulatory requirements and provide feedback to executives and ARC regarding company compliance levels.
5. Stakeholder Management - Develop and nurture effective relationships with strategic business partners. - Establish and maintain relationships with ATM regulatory bodies and institutions.
6. People Management - Ensure the availability of skilled and competent staff in the internal audit function. - Promote high levels of discipline and performance standards.
7. Internal Audit Standards - Manage the Internal Audit activity to ensure it adds value to the organization. - Establish a risk-based plan to determine the priorities of the internal audit activity.
8. Financial Management - Lead the development, utilisation and management of the departmental budget.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Chartered accountant South Africa (SA)
• Certified Internal Audit (CIA) as an additional advantage
• Masters level qualification in business or related field

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• 10 years proven experience in leading Internal Auditing in a complex business environment, of which 7 years should be at senior management level within the field of internal audit.

The incumbent will be based at the ATNS offices currently in Bruma. The appointment is made on a 5-year Fixed-Term contract basis. Applicants will be subjected to credibility assessment, psychometric assessment and security clearance. If you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Please do not send certificates, diplomas or testimonials. We thank all applicants for their interest. Communication will be conducted with short-listed applicants only. Conditions of Service: ATNS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to achieve a diverse workforce broadly representative of our people. This position will be filled in line with the objectives of ATNS’ Employment Equity Plan and therefore candidates from designated groups as per the Employment Equity Act of 1998 are encouraged to apply. People living with disabilities will be given preference in line with the EE Plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr