Head Internal Audit & Assurance (DU)

Job Description
At Vedanta Zinc International, we are committed to building a world-class Zinc complex driven and led by the best-in-class human capital. We believe that human capital is our core strength and has been critical in delivering our rapid growth. We currently have a staff complement of approximately 2700 directly and indirectly, with a strong focus on the employment and career advancement of women in the workplace as well as elevating our internal talent to enhanced roles.

Vedanta Zinc International is a grouping of Zinc assets located in South Africa and Namibia, owned by the 6th largest Diversified Resources Company in the world, Vedanta Limited. We are the largest integrated Zinc operation in Africa, with a vision to be a globally renowned brand in the base metals sector.

Vedanta is a $30bn revenue and $10bn in profit organization and further plans to invest $20bn in 4-5 years' time in the expansion of their brownfield and some greenfield capacity of Oil & Gas, renewable energy, display glass, semi-conductor, mining, and smelting.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Responsible for Internal Control Function for VZI, including all internal audit and MAS processes.
• Drive improvement in Tier Ratings and Performance Standards.
• Benchmarking in SOP's and Best Practices with Vedanta BU's and other organizations.
• Promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the organization, both in terms of operational process and the internal audit function itself.
• Leveraging analytics to deliver on business KPI's with digitalization of processes.
• Identify and evaluate key risks facing the organization and design internal audit plans and strategies to address those risks.
• Act as the point of contact for all the activities driven by group MAS.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Chartered Accountant or similar degree.
• Proven Internal Audit Experience.
• 3 - 5 years' experience with Management Assurance Services at Vedanta (advantageous).
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in the mining industry.
• Strong leadership with well-rounded industry insights.
• Strong computer skills, analytical skills, and high attention to detail.
• High level of integrity, Authenticity, Adaptability, and Resilience.
• The ability to obtain a Certificate of Medical Fitness.

OUR SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Remuneration will be according to qualifications and experience and will include competitive conditions of employment.
• Short-listed applicants may be required to undergo relevant psychometric assessments and background checks.
• Preference will be given to EE Candidates.

Interested individuals meeting the minimum requirements should address their cover letters and CV's. Closing: 6 October 2024. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, do not apply. Should you not hear from us in three weeks after the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

WHAT WE OFFER

• An environment that is safe, rewarding, and supportive.
• An engaging workplace that enables employees to realise their full potential.