Company Secretary

at Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (FASSET)
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Corporate GovernancePublic Finance Management Act (PFMA)King VSkills Development legislationCompany SecretarySETAPublic entityBoard managementComplianceStakeholder management

Based in Randburg, Gauteng at Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (FASSET). Applications close 25 September 2026. Sector: Finance and Accounting Services; Education and Training.

Responsibilities

  • 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.
  • Demonstrate integrity, discretion, resilience, diplomacy, and the ability to navigate complex governance environments with professionalism and confidence.
  • Authorised to escalate governance concerns directly to the Board without limitation or interference.

Requirements

  • A Law degree or equivalent legal, corporate governance, public administration and management qualification or a related field (NQF 7 equivalent).
  • A minimum of 7 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.

Nice to have

  • Chartered Secretary qualification or LLB (NQF 8 equivalent).
  • A Master's degree in Law, Corporate Governance, Public Administration and Management or a related field (NQF 9 equivalent).
  • Admission as an Attorney or Advocate of the High Court of South Africa.

How to apply

Submit a 1-page cover page motivation, a comprehensive curriculum vitae, an Identity Document, Matric certificate, qualifications, and professional bodies accreditations to CosecMosecMay@fasset.org.za

Application deadline
25 September 2026
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Frequently asked questions

When do applications close for this Company Secretary role?

Applications close on Friday, 25 September 2026. Submit yours through Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (FASSET)'s official application channel before that date. Late applications are typically not considered.

Where is this Company Secretary role based?

The position is based in Randburg, Gauteng. Check the job description above for any hybrid arrangement, and confirm specifics with Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (FASSET) directly if remote work is important to you.

What does Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (FASSET) do?

A Schedule 3A public entity established in terms of the Skills Development Act, 1998, with a mandate to facilitate skills development and transformation within the finance and accounting sector.

What skills or experience does this role require?

Based on this listing, Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (FASSET) is looking for candidates with experience in Corporate Governance, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), King V, Skills Development legislation, Company Secretary, SETA. Read the full job description above for complete requirements, including any qualification or years-of-experience thresholds.

How do I apply for this Company Secretary position?

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