The University of South Africa (Unisa) is inviting applications from qualified and unemployed students or graduates for fixed-term contract positions within the Department of Internal Audit. These positions provide an excellent opportunity for experiential learning in the fields of accounting, auditing, IT, forensic auditing, and investigations.
Available Positions
1. Audit Assistants (P11) – 3 Positions
Ref: AUDIT ASS/P11/2025-BN
2. Investigation Assistants (P11) – 2 Positions
Ref: INVEST ASS/P11/2025-BN
Contract Duration: One (1) Year Fixed-Term Contract
Location: Muckleneuk Campus
Eligibility and Minimum Requirements
Audit Assistant Position
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Final-year students at Unisa pursuing one of the following qualifications:
- National Diploma in Accounting Sciences
- BCom in Internal Auditing
- BCom in Business Informatics (Data Analysis)
- Any other relevant Accounting/IT qualification
- A Postgraduate Diploma in a related field is an added advantage.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Packages.
Investigation Assistant Position
- Must hold one of the following qualifications:
- National Diploma in Accounting Science
- BCom in Internal Auditing
- BCom in Business Informatics (Data Analysis)
- LLB
- BCom Law
- National Diploma in Law
- Qualification in Forensic Investigations or Police Science
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Packages.
Required Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Time management ability
- Ability to work under pressure
- Teamwork capabilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Analytical thinking
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist Senior Internal Auditors/Senior Investigators with:
- Planning audit/investigation projects
- Execution of audit/investigation procedures
- Reporting findings
- Follow up on reported findings and evaluate the corrective action plan.
- Provide general office administration assistance.
- Undertake personal administrative tasks and development initiatives.
Salary
- Remuneration is commensurate with the seniority of the position.
Application Process
Closing Date: 20 February 2025
Application Submission
- Applicants must submit a separate application for each position if they wish to be considered for both.
- Required documents:
- Completed prescribed Unisa application form
- Comprehensive CV
- Certified copies (issued within the past six months) of:
- Identity document
- All educational qualifications
- Academic transcripts/records
- SAQA verification for foreign qualifications (if applicable)
- Three contactable references (excluding the current line manager if an internal Unisa applicant)
Submission Email
- Audit Assistant Applications: AuditAssistant@mylife.unisa.ac.za
Important Notes
- Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
- Unisa reserves the right to authenticate all qualifications.
- Late, incomplete, or incorrect applications will not be considered.
- Appointments will be made in line with Unisa’s Employment Equity Plan.
- Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- For inquiries:
- Ms. B Nandi (HR: Contracts) – (012) 429 6176
- Mr. MM Makoko (Internal Audit) – (012) 429 2273
For more details, visit the Unisa Vacancies Portal: https://www.unisa.ac.za/vacancies