3. The Committee heard that PSETA existed as a chief directorate under the Department of Public Service & Administration, dependent on DPSA for corporate services and operational budget. This was concerning, and the Committee resolved to attend to this matter. DPSA would be contacted for a better understanding of the situation. 4. The fact that PSETA appeared in front of the SCOPA on two occasions during 2011/2 to address previous governance lapses and the Auditor- General's disclaimer opinion talked to the urgency of the appointment of a permanent Chief Financial Officer for PSETA.