our core business

Striving towards professionalism and development

Membership


Offers stimulation, professional (and personal) enrichment, and the opportunity to meet members of the profession on a provincial, national, and international level.

Professionalisation

The Institute was founded in 1929 and is dedicated to establishing and maintaining high standards of professionalism among practitioners. It provides a framework for them to collectively enhance and sustain good financial management and governance in the public finance sector.

CPD

A member is obligated to provide professional services with diligence, competence, and due care. They have an ongoing responsibility to keep their professional knowledge and skills up-to-date to ensure that clients or employers benefit from competent and current professional services in line with evolving practices, legislation, and techniques.

Knowledge and Development


Refers to post-qualification learning activities for developing the capabilities and skills of individuals to perform competently within their professional environments.

LEVELS & REQUIREMENTS

CHARTERED MEMBER (SAIMFO)
PROFESSIONAL MEMBER (AIMFO)
TECHNICIAN MEMBERSHIP (LIMFO)
REGISTERED MEMBERSHIP (JIMFO)
AFFILIATE MEMBERSHIP
REGISTERED STUDENT

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code of conduct

To promote the interests of finance and related professionals in the Public Sector and to protect the interests of the public through strict enforcement of the Code of Conduct by embracing the objectives.

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RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

South Africa is a dynamic and evolving nation, experiencing changes ranging from shifts in government to more progressive perspectives on issues like HIV and AIDS and workplace equity.

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CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT POLICY

The knowledge and skills needed to function effectively as a Public Sector official (hereafter referred to as “members”) in all three spheres of government or any other environment, continue to change and expand at a rapid rate. Members face increased knowledge and skills expectations. Continued development of professional competence and lifelong learning are critical if members are to meet these expectations.

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CIPFA DUAL MEMBERSHIP

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membership fees

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