PUBLIC INVESTMENT CORPORATION (PIC)

Public Investment Corporation SOC Ltd

Private Bag X187

Pretoria 0001

Republic of South Africa

The Public Investment Corporation SOC Limited (PIC) is an asset management firm, whose mandate is to make investments in various sectors of the economy on behalf of public sector entities. Amongst our clients are the Government Employees Pension Fund, the Unemployment Insurance Fund and the Compensation Fund. Over the years, we have grown to be amongst the top, large investment managers in South Africa and the rest of the African continent, with current assets under management at just over R3 trillion. At the centre of our growth is a team of self-driven professionals who are results-focused. 

We are currently seeking applications from dynamic individuals for the following position: 

ADVISOR TO THE BOARD CHAIRPERSON 

Salary: All-inclusive remuneration package negotiable 

Centre: Public Investment Corporation, Pretoria 

Contract Term: The appointment is linked to the term of office of the incumbent Chairperson of the PIC Board. 

*Job Grade: C3-D2 

Ref: 09/26 

Purpose of the role: 

The Advisor to the Board Chairperson provides independent, professional and analytical support to the Chairperson in the execution of leadership, governance and oversight responsibilities. The Adviser serves in a strictly advisory capacity and does not exercise executive, management or decision-making authority. The role does not replace or diminish the responsibilities of the Board, Board Committees, Chief Executive Officer, Executive Management or the Company Secretary. 

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications and experience: 

·       A bachelor’s degree in law, Public Administration, Economics, Finance, Governance or Related discipline. 

·       A minimum of 5-8 years relevant working experience. 

·       Sound understanding of corporate governance principles, fiduciary responsibilities, board effectiveness and oversight practices. 

Duties:

Support the Chairperson in preparation for Board and governance meetings by: 

·       Reviewing Board agendas, papers and supporting documentation; 

·       Prepare concise and confidential briefings for the Chairperson on matters requiring Chairperson’s attention; 

·       Support the Chairperson in strategic stakeholder engagements; 

·       Provide independent analytical support to strengthen the Chairperson's oversight responsibilities; 

·       Support the Chairperson in preparing for Board and other significant governance meetings; 

·       Analysing strategic, investment, financial, governance, risk, audit and organisational performance reports; 

·       Identifying significant risks, information gaps, inconsistencies and matters requiring clarification; 

·       Highlighting issues requiring additional evidence or management input; 

·       Identifying strategic questions and discussion points to support effective Board deliberations and decision-making. 

Competencies and skills: 

·       Ability to generate pre-Board briefing notes and Board-paper analyses; 

·       Ability to provide strategic and governance briefs; 

·       Independent research and governance risk analysis; 

·       Stakeholder facilitation; 

·       Effective Communication; 

·       Report writing skills. 

Our firm values diversity and excellence and is committed to realising these across all operations and investment activities. If you are dynamic, resilient, agile, disciplined and eager to be part of a team that is focused on creating meaningful change, you are encouraged to apply for this position. 

Closing Date: 25 September 2026 

* Grade Range: The grade range for this position is from C3-D2, commensurate with applicable minimum requirements. 

The PIC is an equal opportunity employer and aligns appointments with its Employment Equity Plan. 

Please forward a copy of your comprehensive curriculum vitae to: Recruitment5@pic.gov.za

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