Director: Physical Security REF NO: HRMC 40/25/1 at The Department of Home Affairs

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•  Maintaining the National Population Register (NPR)
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  Director: Physical Security REF NO: HRMC 40/25/1

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification Bachelors
  • Experience 5 years
  • Location Gauteng
  • Job Field Security / Intelligence 

  REQUIREMENTS :

  • An undergraduate qualification in Security Management/ Security Risk Management at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA.
  • 5 years Middle Management / Senior Management experience in a security management environment. Knowledge and understanding of all legislations, policies and prescripts. Knowledge of Minimum Physical Security Standards (MPSS).
  • Knowledge of anti-corruption systems including biometric testing and document tracking systems. Knowledge of Intelligence Act, Criminal Procedures Act, Police Act, Anti-corruption legislation, LRA, BCEA, PSA. Knowledge of policy development and government procedures. Knowledge of the Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS).
  • Knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of control access to public premises and vehicle act. Knowledge of National Key Points Act. Knowledge of Firearms Control Act, 2000. A valid drivers’ license.

  DUTIES :

  The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks:

  • Ensure the effective implementation of security measures across the Department. Develop identified policies and procedures in conjunction with the policy and strategy unit.
  • Co-ordinate and manage relevant projects within the directorate to ensure that projects are implemented to best practice standards, time, quality and budget. Enforce agencies to ensure rapid deployment of law enforcement officers to various DHA office when required. Ensure adequate availability of trained security officers to address physical security risks and compliance.
  • Ensure effective integration of current security practices within DHA. Ensure that breaches of security are investigated, and corrective measures are implemented. Develop the business plan for the directorate and ensure effective implementation, prioritization and resource planning. Provide strategic direction within the directorate.
  • Coordinate, monitor and report on the performance against the agreed objectives, timeframes and priorities of the directorate. Develop technical expertise and ensure the implementation of innovation initiatives. Provide strategic advice and guidance on security measures and best practice aspects and matters.
  • Oversee the effective implementation of physical security processes and systems enhancement initiatives. Agree on the training and development needs of the directorate and ensure that these are acted on.
  • Ensure appropriate technical behavior, conduct and skills of staff within the directorate. Implement effective performance management within the unit in line with performance management system of the DHA. Ensure that staff are motivated and committed to the vision and goals of the directorate.
  • Ensure that human resources are managed within the unit in accordance with relevant policies and prescripts. Ensure that budget spending is maximized in line with strategic objective. Monitor and report on the utilization of equipment. Ensure that the preparations of the budget are in line with strategic plans & department objectives.
  • Ensure proper interpretation of the budget by monitoring, projecting & reporting on expenditure. Co-ordinate memorandum of understanding, service level agreements and performance review. Ensure capacity and development of staff. Enhance and maintain employee motivation and cultivate a culture of performance excellence. Ensure that the Division is adequately staffed. 

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

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