Overview

The Women Leading in the Public Sector Programme offers senior women professionals in South Africa’s public sector the opportunity to enhance their leadership skills through a fully funded leadership development initiative.

Eligibility

Must be a South African citizen by birth
Must be a female applicant
Must hold a minimum qualification of NQF Level 7
Must have at least five years of experience in a senior or executive management role
Must be currently employed in the South African public sector
The applicant’s employer or profession must be affiliated with the Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority
If not affiliated, the applicant must work within a finance, audit, or compliance unit
Must not have previously participated in a FASSET-funded Women Leadership Programme
Inclusive of persons with disabilities

Benefits

Fully funded participation
Access to mentorship and a national network of senior women leaders
Workshops on strategic decision-making, ethical governance, and stakeholder engagement
Immersive learning opportunities, such as a Public Sector Leadership Exchange
Membership in an exclusive alumni network upon completion