GEORGE MUNICIPALITY INTERNAL AUDIT LAUNCHES “INTERNAL AUDIT AWARENESS – EVERY MONTH” CAMPAIGN

George Municipality’s Internal Audit Department is proud to announce the launch of a year-long Internal Audit Awareness Campaign, reinforcing the message that assurance, governance, and risk management are not once-off events, but continuous responsibilities.

Globally, the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) designates May as Internal Audit Awareness Month, during which internal auditors are encouraged to promote awareness of the profession and its value. While George Municipality fully supports and will continue to acknowledge this global initiative, the Internal Audit Department has resolved to extend awareness beyond a single month.

“While Internal Audit Awareness Month is celebrated globally in May, the Internal Audit Department of George Municipality believes that awareness should not be limited to one month but should be continuous throughout the year.”

The campaign, titled “Internal Audit Awareness – Every Month”, aims to embed a clearer understanding of Internal Audit’s role across all directorates, emphasising that Internal Audit is:

• An independent and objective assurance and advisory function.
• A partner in strengthening governance, risk management, and internal controls; and
• A contributor to service delivery improvement and accountability.

Through monthly themed engagements, information sharing, and practical interactions, the Internal Audit Department will highlight how Internal Audit adds value, supports management, and assists Council and Audit Committee in fulfilling their oversight responsibilities.

This initiative aligns with:
• The Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS);
• The Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA);
• King Code principles on governance; and
• The municipality’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Internal Audit kicked off the Awareness Campaign with one-on-one engagement with all Municipal Directors. The purpose of the sessions was to engage with the Directors on key priorities, risks, and governance matters for the year ahead, and to identify areas where Internal Audit can provide assurance or advisory support.

George Municipality invites management, employees, and stakeholders to actively participate in this campaign and engage with Internal Audit throughout the year—not only in May, but every month.

See below video link
https://youtu.be/iVVFVQDq8NI