About CIGFARO Membership
CIGFARO membership is open to all persons employed by or working with Local or Related Authorities in Southern Africa, including all three spheres of government, the Auditor General, approved service providers, government SETAs, public sector unions, and tertiary institutions.
Members commit to upholding the Institute's Code of Conduct, pursuing continuous professional development, and maintaining the highest standards of integrity in public sector finance.
Apply or Update Membership →Why Join CIGFARO?
- Professional recognition and formal designation
- Access to Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programmes
- Networking with public sector finance professionals
- Access to technical guidance and publications
- Representation at government and regulatory bodies
- Compulsory 2-hour annual Ethical Training included
Membership Categories
Choose the category that best matches your qualifications and experience level.
Current Membership Fees
Public Sector Executive (PSExec (SA))
Affiliate Member
For persons involved in finance matters without a finance-related qualification. Includes Municipal Finance Officers, Managers, Mayors, Councillors and related officials.
Apply NowPublic Sector Practitioner (PSP (SA))
Operational level. NQF Level 4+. Min 6 months Public Sector finance experience. 15 CPD points per year.
Apply NowPublic Sector Professional (PSPro (SA))
Public Sector Technician (PST (SA))
Technical level. NQF Level 6+ in Accounting/Finance/Economics. Min 4 years experience (2 at Junior Management). 25 CPD points per year.
Apply NowStudent Member
For full-time students studying Finance, Auditing or a related qualification at a Tertiary Institution who are not working in the Public Sector.
Apply NowMembership Benefits
What being a CIGFARO member gives you.
Ethics
Promotes a strong code of ethics and encourages professionalism.
Expanded Professional Development
More diverse and practical continuous professional development (CPD) programmes, workshops and seminars, tailored to the evolving needs of public sector finance professionals.
Networking Opportunities
More frequent and varied networking events, helping members connect with peers, share knowledge and collaborate on projects.
Advocacy and Influence
Advocating for members by actively participating in policy formulation and providing a stronger voice in legislative processes.
Recognition and Rewards
Recognition programmes, awards and incentives that acknowledge the achievements and contributions of members.
Technology and Innovation
Advanced tools and resources for financial management, audit, risk assessment and governance, keeping members ahead of industry trends.
Support Services
Mentoring, coaching and career guidance to help members navigate their professional journeys more effectively.
Special Member Rates
Members attend all CIGFARO events at a reduced fee.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Experience carries weight in education and training.
Formal education has always carried greater weight than learning gained through experience. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) exists to give credit for knowledge and skills already held, however they were acquired.
Underlying principles
- Fair access to education and training for anyone wishing to further their learning.
- Redressing past unfair education practices that prevented people from studying further.
- Recognising and crediting learning against formal qualifications and unit standards where the knowledge is already held.
Who is eligible?
RPL may benefit people who:
- Have never attended formal schooling but have work and life experience.
- Did not finish formal education but have learnt a great deal in the workplace.
- Lack the minimum requirements for entry to a formal programme but believe they meet them in practice.
- Are under-qualified and want to up-skill and improve their qualifications.
- Have attended short courses without a formal qualification in that area.
- Are self-taught.
Required Documents
All applicants must submit the following documents with their application.
ID / Passport
Updated CV
Qualifications
Statement of Results
Employment Letter
