Director: Central Law Enforcement at The Department of Home Affairs

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The Department of Home Affairs offers a multitude of services to the citizens of South Africa, as well as foreigners who wish to visit, work or stay in South Africa. The Departments core functions are:

Civic Service:

•  Maintaining the National Population Register (NPR)
• Managing the birth, mar...
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  Director: Central Law Enforcement

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification Bachelors , Matric
  • Experience 5 years
  • Location Gauteng
  • Job Field Legal and Regulatory 

  REQUIREMENTS :

  • An undergraduate qualification in Security Management, Policing, Public Management, Public Administration, International Relations at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA.
  • 5 years experience at Middle / Senior management level is required. Experience in a Law / analysis or interpretation of information environment is required. Experience in law enforcement (SAPS / Defence / Immigration). Experience in operational planning in joint operations. 

  DUTIES :

  • The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Monitor province’s functions and ensure the implementation of uniform and standardised policies, processes and procedures. Oversee effective inspections, checking of documents, arrests, detention and prosecution of illegal foreigners. Ensure effective reporting on statistics and trends on activities nationally (inspections, status of open cases, arrests, deportations). Analyse all data and records provided by provinces and provide recommendations to improve future service delivery.
  • Liaise with Deportation unit, Correctional Services, SAPS and NIA to ensure co-ordination and partnership in the detection, processing, detention, arrest and legal management of foreigners convicted of criminal activities. Manage the effective planning and coordination of raids, roadblocks and investigations with regional offices and SAPS where required. Ensure that cases opened in provinces are transferred to Integrity management unit (typically cases spanning several provinces, involving syndicates, corrupt DHA officials etc.). Monitor effective interface between Inspectorate officers in zones and Integrity management unit.
  • Identify and communicate new priorities and planned raids or initiatives to SAPS, Correctional Services, NIA and Regional Offices. Develop the Operational Plan for the directorate and ensure effective prioritization and resource planning. Coordinate, monitor and report on the delivery of the Operational Plan against agreed objectives and performance indicators. Report on the performance of the directorate against the Operational Plan to the Chief Director / Deputy Director-General. Develop technical expertise and skills within the directorate based on business needs and environmental changes.
  • Ensure business transformation and partnerships with various stakeholders. Ensure business alignment to agreed business requirements. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on law enforcement related matters. Benchmark with various institutions for best practice. Develop identified law enforcement policies and procedures in conjunction with the Policy and Strategy directorate. Contribute to the review of code of practice for the directorate. Contribute towards the development, and ensure implementation, of an appeal system with clear processes and procedures. Determine appropriate resources to achieve objectives. Monitor and evaluate the compliance with the provisions of the Immigration Act, Immigration Regulations and other relevant policies and procedures.
  • Develop and implement within the directorate governance processes, frameworks and procedures associated with statutory financial responsibilities. Monitor and ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, DHA policies and procedures within the directorate. Ensure compliance with all audit findings within the directorate. Represent the directorate at management and other relevant forums. Monitor quality, risk, standards and practices against prescribed frameworks. 

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  Interested and qualified? Go to The Department of Home Affairs on www.dpsa.gov.za to apply

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