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Fasset is the Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority. The finance and accounting services sector is particularly important because it is the largest employer of people with financial management, accounting, and auditing skills. In 2012 more than 135 000 people worked… read more in the sector. The demarcation and definition of this sector differs in the different data sources available, as well as in different environments. In the national accounts and in employment surveys conducted by Statistics South Africa (such as the Labour Force Survey (LFS)) the sector includes real estate activities and an array of other business services such as labour brokerages, information technology services, legal services, and engineering and architectural services. The Financial and Accounting Services Sector refers to the organisations served by Fasset. This sector includes: investment entities and trusts and company secretary services; stockbroking and financial markets; financial development organisations; accounting, bookkeeping, auditing and tax services; business and management consulting services; the South African Revenue Service; the national and provincial treasuries; and other activities auxiliary to financial intermediation, such as debt collection. The Work of Setas Determine the vision and mission of the Seta. Develop and adapt the sector's skill strategy. Set strategic targets in line with national policies and priorities, national sectoral priorities and sub-sectoral or chamber priorities. Enter signed agreements on targets for delivery with chambers or sub-sectors. Monitor and evaluate the implementation of strategies and the achievement of targets. Assume accountability in terms of the Skills Development Act, the Skills Development Levies Act, Public Finance Management Act and the SAQA Act. Quality assure education and training providers via an Education and Training Quality Assurance body. Be responsible for Learnerships Relevant Legislation Skills Development Act (Act 97 of 1998) Skills Development Levies Act (Act no 9 of 1999) Purpose of the Skills Development Act The short supply of skilled staff is a serious obstacle to the competitiveness of industry in South Africa. The levy grant scheme aims to expand the knowledge and competencies of the labour force resulting in improvements in employability and productivity. This is achieved through new approaches to planning for training, learning programmes, incentives and an improved employment service. If you participate fully in the scheme you will reap the benefits of a better skilled and more productive workforce. PO Box 6801 Cresta 2118 Gauteng
The successful candidate will:
Serve as principal governance adviser to the Board, Board Committees, CEO and the organisation.
Provide strategic guidance on governance, fiduciary responsibilities, and legislative compliance.
Ensure effective administration and functioning of the Board and Committee structures.
Lead the implementation and continuous enhancement of governance frameworks, policies, and governance systems.
Oversee compliance with the PFMA, King V, SDA, SDLA, applicable legislation, and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate Board evaluations, induction programmes, governance training, and continuous development initiatives.
Facilitate sound governance decision-making and implementation oversight.
Support enterprise risk governance and ethical leadership initiatives.
Build effective relationships with regulators, stakeholders, executive leadership, and governance structures.
Ensure accurate and high-quality governance reporting to the Board and relevant stakeholders.
The successful candidate must demonstrate integrity, discretion, resilience, diplomacy, and the ability to navigate complex governance environments with professionalism and confidence.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
An LLB, chartered secretary, and/or equivalent or relevant qualification at NQF level 8.
A minimum of 10 years’ senior management experience within governance and/or company secretariat environments.
At least 5 years’ proven experience serving as a Company Secretary within a SETA OR a public entity environment.
Or at least 5 years’ proven experience serving as a Deputy/Assistant Company
Secretary within a SETA or 7 years within a public entity environment.
Extensive and practical knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA),King V, Skills Development legislation, governance and compliance frameworks, and Public Sector regulatory environments.
Active professional membership with the Chartered Governance Institute of Southern
Africa (CGISA) or any relevant professional body.
The following will serve as an added advantage:
A Master’s degree.
Admission as an Attorney or Advocate of the High Court of South Africa.
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