EXECUTIVE IT ADVISORY SERVICES – Grant Thornton Botswana

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Grant Thornton Botswana is a leading international auditing and consulting firm that provides a complete range of services including assurance, tax, advisory, corporate services and business process solutions. If you wish to join our dynamic team, please submit your applications to recruitment@bw.gt.com by 30 September 2025.

Executive, IT AdvisoryAdvisory Services
Gaborone, Botswana

Role overview:

We are seeking an IT Advisory Executive to join our dynamic Information Technology team in Gaborone. In this role, the executive will be responsible for performing IT audits, evaluating
internal controls, and conducting risk assessments to enhance the security and efficiency of our systems. The executive will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and provide actionable recommendations. The executive will have a strong background in IT auditing and be eager to contribute to a collaborative and innovative environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Perform IT audits, evaluating the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls across systems and applications.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and opportunities for improvement in IT processes and infrastructure.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with internal policies, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and support IT audits, including IT General Controls (ITGC), IT Application Controls (ITAC), cybersecurity, and data protection reviews.
• Evaluate IT governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks, recommending practical improvements.
• Conduct IT risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and propose actionable solutions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary advisory teams to ensure alignment with internal policies, industry best practices, and regulatory standards.
• Prepare and present clear, detailed reports highlighting audit findings and recommendations.
• Support the planning and execution of IT audit projects from start to finish.

Qualifications, experience and skills required:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Professional certifications: CISA and CISM (mandatory).
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in IT auditing, IT governance, risk management, or compliance.
• Experience in an audit firm environment will be an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of frameworks such as NIST, COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001, and ISACA ITAF.
• Proficiency with audit and data analytics tools (e.g., ACL, IDEA, Python).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex technical issues for diverse audiences.
• Detail-oriented, analytical mindset with excellent organizational skills.

Why join us?

At Grant Thornton, we prioritize your professional growth through exceptional learning opportunities,
including hands-on training, engaging workshops, and access to cutting-edge global resources. Join a
team that champions collaboration, innovation, and personal development. Our commitment to our
CLEARR values ensures a supportive and positive work environment where everyone can thrive