31/08/2026
📢 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: Independent Members – SAQA Professional Bodies Committee
The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) invites suitably qualified and experienced professionals to apply for appointment as Independent Members of the SAQA Professional Bodies Committee (PBC).
ABOUT THE COMMITTEE
The Professional Bodies Committee is a committee of the SAQA Board responsible for overseeing matters relating to:
• Recognition, re-recognition, and withdrawal of recognition of professional bodies
• Registration, de-registration, and amendment of professional designations
in accordance with the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Act and SAQA’s Policy and Criteria.
PURPOSE OF THE COMMITTEE
The Committee provides strategic oversight and decision-making to ensure that:
• Applications for recognition of professional bodies comply with SAQA’s Policy and Criteria
• Applications relating to professional designations are evaluated and approved
• Complaints relating to recognised professional bodies are considered and adjudicated
• Recommendations are made on strategies, policy reviews, and matters relating to professional bodies
• Emerging risks and policy matters are identified
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Appropriate tertiary qualification (preference for NQF Level 9 or above)
• Minimum of 10 years’ executive management experience within a SAQA-recognised professional body
• Extensive knowledge of the NQF and the professional bodies environment
• Sound knowledge of governance, policy development, and regulatory frameworks
• Strategic leadership, sound judgement, and decision-making ability
• Experience serving on boards, board committees, or governance structures (added advantage)
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to devote sufficient time to prepare for and attend Committee meetings
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Considering and approving applications relating to recognised professional bodies and professional designations
• Ensuring compliance with SAQA policies, legislation, and governance requirements
• Reviewing complaints and matters relating to recognised professional bodies
• Providing strategic advice on policy, governance, and the professional bodies landscape
• Identifying emerging trends, risks, and opportunities affecting professional bodies
• Making recommendations to the SAQA Board on matters within the Committee’s delegated authority
TERM OF APPOINTMENT
• Four (4) year term, subject to review every two years
• Possible renewal in accordance with SAQA’s governance requirements
REMUNERATION
Committee members will be remunerated in accordance with the provisions of the NQF Act and applicable National Treasury guidelines.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Successful applicants will be required to complete declarations of interest and comply with SAQA’s governance and ethics requirements throughout their term.
HOW TO APPLY
📧 Email: [email protected]
Required documents:
• Comprehensive curriculum vitae
• Brief cover letter outlining suitability for appointment
• Certified copies of qualifications
• Contact details of at least two professional referees
📅 Closing date: 11 September 2026
IMPORTANT NOTES
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• SAQA reserves the right not to make any appointment
• SAQA will verify qualifications and professional designations of successful candidates prior to appointment
MORE INFORMATION
🔗https://saqa.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/CALL-FOR-NOMINATIONS_SAQA-Professional-Bodies-Committee_PBC.pdf
FOR LOCAL APPLICANTS
Qualified professionals across Sedibeng (Emfuleni, Midvaal, Lesedi) and Fezile Dabi with experience in professional bodies and the NQF are encouraged to apply.
