Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

The role holder will be tasked to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value, improve the Bank’s operations, and help the Bank accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. Contributing to the successful achievement of Group Internal Audit strategic objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline.
• A professional qualification such as Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), CISM, CRISC or equivalent; or studies towards attainment of such qualifications.
• Good understanding of risk-based audit methodologies.

Experience Required
Internal Audit

• Minimum of 8 years of diversified experience in the auditing of Information Systems including experience in a supervisory position.
• Demonstrable experience in auditing of Technology Systems, Applications and IT processes and automated/digitised business processes. These include pre and post implementation reviews, IT Security audits, IT General Controls and review of IT policies, procedures and frameworks.
• Hands on experience in data analytics and proficient knowledge in utilising data analytics tools and methodologies including demonstrable scripting skills.
• Banking or financial services experience with a broad-based understanding of the various business units would be an advantage.
• Good report writing and verbal communication skills.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Developing Strategies
• Documenting Facts
• Establishing Rapport
• Examining Information
• Generating Ideas

Technical Competencies:

• Audit Project Management
• Business Acumen (Audit)
• IA Data Analysis
• IA Technology Application
• Internal Auditing