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  • Posted: Jul 6, 2026
    Deadline: Jul 17, 2026
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  • What we do

    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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      Senior Administrative Officer

      REQUIREMENTS :

      • An undergraduate qualification in Office Management and Technology, Business Management, Administration Management, Public Administration or Public Management at NQF Level 6 as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 2 years’ experience as an Administrative Officer/ Chief Administration Clerk is required. Knowledge of National Treasury Regulations. Extensive knowledge of various filing systems.

      DUTIES :

      • The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Provide administrative support in the unit. Perform general administrative activities in support of the unit (travel, venues and accommodation arrangement). Ensure the administration of office correspondence, documents and reports (Compile letters, memorandums, submissions, reports and minutes for the unit). Ensure the maintenance of filling system for the unit. Compile financial and administration reports and documents. Ensure compilation of budget and cash flow projections. Convene and attend meetings and act as secretary during meetings.
      • Ensure accurate Completion of subsistence claims. Keep track of all incoming work and ensure that all deadlines are met. Liaise with all stakeholders relevant to the unit. Ensure the flow of information and documents in the unit. Ensure that forms and documents related to claims, payments, invoices and consultant fees relevant to the unit are processed. Provide office administration services in the functional unit. Ensure innovation and service delivery within the Unit. Ensure the implementation of effective risk and compliance management practices. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach and guide staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements. 

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      Senior Administrative Officer

      REQUIREMENTS :

      • An undergraduate qualification in Office Management and Technology, Business Management, Administration Management, Public Administration or Public Management at NQF Level 6 as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 2 years’ experience as an Administrative Officer/ Chief Administration Clerk is required. Knowledge of National Treasury Regulations. Extensive knowledge of various filing systems.

      DUTIES :

      • The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Provide administrative support in the unit. Perform general administrative activities in support of the unit (travel, venues and accommodation arrangement). Ensure the administration of office correspondence, documents and reports (Compile letters, memorandums, submissions, reports and minutes for the unit). Ensure the maintenance of filling system for the unit. Compile financial and administration reports and documents. Ensure compilation of budget and cash flow projections. Convene and attend meetings and act as secretary during meetings.
      • Ensure accurate Completion of subsistence claims. Keep track of all incoming work and ensure that all deadlines are met. Liaise with all stakeholders relevant to the unit. Ensure the flow of information and documents in the unit. Ensure that forms and documents related to claims, payments, invoices and consultant fees relevant to the unit are processed. Provide office administration services in the functional unit. Ensure innovation and service delivery within the Unit. Ensure the implementation of effective risk and compliance management practices. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach and guide staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements. 

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      Refugee Status Determination Officer

      REQUIREMENTS :

      • An undergraduate qualification in Law, International Relations, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Public Management, Human Resources. Operations, Administrative Management, Business Administration, Business Management, Public Management and Administration, Public Management and Economics, Management or Administration at NQF level 6 as recognized by SAQA is required. 2 years’ experience in law, analysis or interpretation of information environment is required. 

      DUTIES :

      • The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Administer and assist the applicant in completing the DHA-1590 section B. Ensure that all personal data is completed as per condition on the Visa. Conduct the interview with the applicant by making an enquiry through the interview to confirm the true identity and origin of the applicant as well as the bona fide of the applicant. Refer applicants to United Nation High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) or Department of Social Development on placement of applicant. Issue and extend of first permit and first extension of Section 22 permit. Administer and adjudicate asylum application. De-link dependants from the principal applicant when they reach age of majority. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach and guide staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements. 

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      Adjudicator

      REQUIREMENTS :

      •  An undergraduate qualification in Law, Public Management, Public Administration, Policing, Criminology, Forensics or Criminal Justice at NQF level 6 as recognized by SAQA. 2 years’ experience in Law, Analysis, Interpretation of Information environment. Sound knowledge of the Immigration Act No.13 of 2002 and the Immigration Regulations. Business Management, Administration Management, Public Administration or Public Management at NQF Level 6 as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 2 years’ experience as an Administrative Officer/ Chief Administration Clerk is required. 

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

      • Administer and process Visa and Permit applications within the set turn-around times. Ensure optimal performance on the adjudication process and systems. Attend to applications flagged by the system for further investigation. Receive and assess applications in line with legislation and verify applicant's status on internal and external systems such as MCS, NPR, VAS, SQL, Track and Trace and other departmental risk engines and systems. Scrutinise supporting documents and refer suspicious documents to issuing authorities for verification. Conclude on the application, by approving, rejecting or recommending where applicable. Recommend individual terms and conditions on approved or rejected applications. Provide statistical information on work in progress and finalised outcomes. Safeguard face value documents and stamps and any other material allocated. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach and guide staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. 

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      Assistant Director: Vetting Officer

      REQUIREMENTS :

      • An undergraduate qualification in Law, Policing, Social Science or Security Management at NQF 6 as recognized by SAQA. Three (3) Years’ experience at an SAO / Supervisory Level in a Vetting environment is required. Vetting training courses offered by the State Security Agency (SSA) or Defence Intelligence (DI) are required. Experience in Vetting is required. Knowledge of Minimum Information Security Standards.

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

      • Facilitate and conduct vetting fieldwork investigations in the Department. Facilitate vetting requests, confirm affidavits and completeness on documentation, assess risk profile of each request. Facilitate and schedule interviews with relevant references, as per individual vetting needs. Conduct proper analysis and quality check on relevant information provided by business units. Conduct interviews with relevant employees according to National Intelligence Authority (NIA) instructions by clearance type.
      • Facilitate coding and classify information received from employees and clients. Collect all applicable vetting information related to security consciousness of employees (existing and new). Compile and submit reports and vetting files to management and NIAA. Implementation of policies, procedures, directives, acts and regulations. Build and maintain relationships with various stakeholders (Internal and External). Ensure the implementation of effective risk and compliance management. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach and guide staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements. 

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      Senior Legal Administration Officer (MR-6)

      REQUIREMENTS :

      • An LLB degree or equivalent 4 (four) year legal qualification at NQF level 7 (seven) as recognized by SAQA. 8 (Eight) years’ relevant post-qualification legal experience, of which at least 4 (four) to 5 (five) years should have been in a Civil Litigation environment. Admission as an Attorney or Advocate is required. Knowledge of Court Processes and Procedures. Knowledge of all legislation (primary and secondary legislation) administered by the Department. Knowledge of the Public Service Act, 1994 and Regulations.

      DUTIES :

      • The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Conduct daily operations on litigation matters. Conduct research to provide information and case law relevant to the legal matter at hand. Provide strategic guidance in an attempt to reduce litigation and costs. Provide proposals on how a case should be approached to obtain the most suitable outcome given the specifics of the case. Draft legal documents that provide clear motivation for a particular position pertaining to the case. Propose an approach to be followed to ensure success in resolving the case.
      • Conduct an interview with the relevant line function in order to determine the line function’s goals and objectives. Document in writing such interviews and all advice given during consultation. Render legal advice on litigation matters. Assist in searching and finding all relevant documents for instituting and conducting action or application proceedings. Consult with line function, witnesses, colleagues, advocates, experts and any other relevant person. Study court records, file records, contracts, witness statements and other documents. Conduct analyses of and interpret research done that will provide evidence and case law relevant to the legal matter at hand and advise/mentor juniors on same.
      • Protect, advise and mentor juniors on motivation/proposals on how specific cases should be approached to obtain the most suitable outcome/result in the circumstances. Sending instructions to the relevant State Attorney and ensuring that the Department and/or Minister is represented in civil litigation brought against or by the Department and/or the Minister. Develop and submit reports to the Minister and Director-General. Development and implementation of policies, procedures, directives, Acts and Regulations. Advise on policies and procedures of the Department taking into consideration the outcome of civil litigation.
      • Ensure optimal utilization of resources. Ensure training needs are met. Ensure the Performance Management Development System is implemented. Provide inputs on the Strategic Plan and Annual Budget of the Department. Assist in developing an Operational Plan and Work Plan for the Directorate to ensure its achievement of the targets and goals. Manage external consultants/service providers in an effective and efficient manner. Ensure compliance with all audit requirements, quality and risk management frameworks, standards and procedures. Ability to instil appropriate processes and systems, as well as enabling technology, to support the Department in efficiently and effectively managing the required work. Support digital transformation. 

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      Office Manager

      REQUIREMENTS :

      • An undergraduate qualification in Administration Management, Office Management and Technology or Business Management at NQF level 6 as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 3 years’ experience at the Assistant Director / Junior Management level in an office management / administration environment is required. Knowledge of Office Administration and Support. 

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

      • Manage all documents and filling systems in the office of the Deputy Director- General. Deliver reports and presentations regarding finances and work related aspects. Manage and consolidate the branch’s strategic planning documents and reporting (quarterly reports and operational plans). Brief the DDG: HR with regards to engagement and provide relevant documentation. Study correspondence, submissions, reports and highlight key aspects. Scrutinize submissions/ reports and make notes and/ or recommendations. Execute research, analyses of information and compile complex documents. Ensure that submissions are recorded, actioned and proof read on daily basis. Obtain inputs from Chief Directors, collate and compile reports e.g. Progress reports, Monthly reports, Quarterly reports and; Annual reports on performance management, budget planning and strategic planning. Establish and maintain effective document management system. Monitor and maintain the budget in the office of the Deputy Director- General. Coordinate and provide advice to the Deputy Director- General on strategic issues. Manage all administrative matters in the office of the Deputy Director- General. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach and guide staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements. 

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      Deputy Director: Provincial Coordination - Mpumalanga

      REQUIREMENTS :

      • An undergraduate qualification in Public Management, Public Administration or Social Sciences at NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 3 years’ experience at Assistant Director / Junior Management is required. Extensive experience in coordination is required. Knowledge and application of Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations. Basic Knowledge of Civic Services and Immigration Acts. 

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

      • Coordinate information on all operations in the province to enhance service delivery. Coordinate effective integration of various civic and immigration services with the province. Coordinate the implementation of processes, procedures and systems for service delivery improvement within the province. Coordinate and monitor DHA participation in the provincial cluster. Coordinate Provincial performance against deliverables. Report on information from the clusters for planning, monitoring and evaluation processes. Coordinate the Implementation and maintenance the execution of province related strategies.
      • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and ensure that relevant information is strategically communicated. Coordinate core business functions identified projects and special programmes. Consolidate various qualitative and quantitative reports in the Regions under the province, monitor and evaluate reports, cluster reports and routine reports to Head Office. Ensure successful business transformation. Ensure the implementation of effective risk and compliance management practices. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach and guide staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements. 

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      Deputy Director: Provincial Coordination - KwaZulu-Natal

      REQUIREMENTS :

      • An undergraduate qualification in Public Management, Public Administration or Social Sciences at NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 3 years’ experience at Assistant Director / Junior Management is required. Extensive experience in coordination is required. Knowledge and application of Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations. Basic Knowledge of Civic Services and Immigration Acts. 

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

      • Coordinate information on all operations in the province to enhance service delivery. Coordinate effective integration of various civic and immigration services with the province. Coordinate the implementation of processes, procedures and systems for service delivery improvement within the province. Coordinate and monitor DHA participation in the provincial cluster. Coordinate Provincial performance against deliverables. Report on information from the clusters for planning, monitoring and evaluation processes. Coordinate the Implementation and maintenance the execution of province related strategies.
      • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and ensure that relevant information is strategically communicated. Coordinate core business functions identified projects and special programmes. Consolidate various qualitative and quantitative reports in the Regions under the province, monitor and evaluate reports, cluster reports and routine reports to Head Office. Ensure successful business transformation. Ensure the implementation of effective risk and compliance management practices. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach and guide staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements. 

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      Deputy Director: Provincial Coordination- Limpopo

      REQUIREMENTS :

      • An undergraduate qualification in Public Management, Public Administration or Social Sciences at NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 3 years’ experience at Assistant Director / Junior Management is required. Extensive experience in coordination is required. Knowledge and application of Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations. Basic Knowledge of Civic Services and Immigration Acts. 

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

      • Coordinate information on all operations in the province to enhance service delivery. Coordinate effective integration of various civic and immigration services with the province. Coordinate the implementation of processes, procedures and systems for service delivery improvement within the province. Coordinate and monitor DHA participation in the provincial cluster. Coordinate Provincial performance against deliverables. Report on information from the clusters for planning, monitoring and evaluation processes. Coordinate the Implementation and maintenance the execution of province related strategies.
      • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and ensure that relevant information is strategically communicated. Coordinate core business functions identified projects and special programmes. Consolidate various qualitative and quantitative reports in the Regions under the province, monitor and evaluate reports, cluster reports and routine reports to Head Office. Ensure successful business transformation. Ensure the implementation of effective risk and compliance management practices. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach and guide staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements. 

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