About the Institute of Internal Auditors
The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), established in 1941, is the leading non-profit professional body representing the interests of internal auditors worldwide and is the internationally recognised authority, principal educator and acknowledged leader in certification, research and technological guidance for the profession.
The Institute is creator and custodian of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditors, and the Code of Ethics to which all members must adhere. It is dedicated to the education and advancement of internal auditors, and dynamically promotes and develops the profession.
A global institute with headquarters in Florida, USA, the IIA Inc. has a network of affiliates serving members in more than 160 countries in the fields of internal auditing, risk management, governance, internal control, IT audit, education, security and management.
The history of internal auditing
has been synonymous with that of The IIA and its motto, "Progress through
Sharing."
The IIA SA
The Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa (IIA SA) is an association incorporated as a non-profit organisation under section 21 of the Companies Act, and is affiliated to the Institute of Internal Auditors Inc. (IIA Inc) as a National Institute. All funds are applied directly to member benefits and administration.
As part of this international network, the IIA SA upholds and supports the fundamental tenets of the profession - the Code of Ethics and the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
The IIA SA is governed by a voluntary Board of Directors, which is constitutionally elected by members at an Annual General Meeting. Regional Governors and their supporting committees serve members voluntarily in most provinces.
The Institute's day-to-day operations are administered by full-time staff members at the national office in Bedfordview. In accordance with an accepted value system, staff endeavour to serve members to the best of their ability, remain flexible and adaptable in approach, are always mindful of the needs of others and courteous in manner.
The IIA SA declares its support for the essence and spirit of the Constitution of South Africa - in so doing, we aim to achieve Progress through Sharing.
Definition
of Internal Auditing
Internal auditing is an independent, objective assurance and
consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organisation's operations.
It helps an organisation accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic,
disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management,
control, and governance processes.
Although accounting is an important skill for an internal auditor, the focus for internal auditors is the evaluation of operational, risk management, internal control and the governance processes of the organisation.
In terms of the Promotion of Access to Information Act, each private body is required to publish a manual to assist persons seeking information on records held by that body, to access those records. The following manual is intended to comply with the provisions of the Act. Download in Adobe Acrobat Format (207KB)
Articles of Association & Bylaws