Department of Home Affairs – Job Application Guidelines and Vacancies

EdupageApril 1, 2025

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APPLICATION PROCESS:

Department of Home Affairs All applicants must submit their applications online via the eRecruitment portal at https://eRecruitment.dha.gov.za. Alternatively, applications can be sent to the correct postal or physical address as indicated below, based on the region of the post you are applying for:

Eastern Cape:

Postal Address: Private Bag 7413, King Williams Town, 5600
Physical Address: 11 Hargreaves Avenue, King William’s Town, 5600

Gauteng:

Postal Address: Private Bag X108, Braamfontein, 2017
Physical Address: 3rd Floor, Mineralia Building, Cnr De Beer and De Korte Street, Braamfontein, 2017

Head Office:

Postal Address: Private Bag X114, Pretoria, 0001
Physical Address: 230 Johannes Ramokhoase Street, Pretoria, 0001

KwaZulu-Natal:

Postal Address: Private Bag X09, Pietermaritzburg, 3209
Physical Address: 181 Church Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3209

Limpopo:

Postal Address: Private Bag X9517, Polokwane, 0700
Physical Address: 89 Biccard Street, Polokwane, 0699

Mpumalanga:

Postal Address: Private Bag X11264, Nelspruit, 1200
Physical Address: 29 Bester Street, Nelspruit, 1200

North West:

Postal Address: Private Bag X119, Mmabatho, 2735
Physical Address: Cnr Sheppard and Carrington Street, Mafikeng, 2745

Western Cape:

Postal Address: Private Bag X9103, Cape Town, 8000
Physical Address: 4th Floor Fair Cape Building, 56 Barrack Street, Cape Town, 8000

CLOSING DATE:
The closing date for applications is 25 April 2025.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

All applications must comply with the “Directions to Applicants” and include the following documents:

A fully completed application for employment form (New Z83), which is obtainable at www.dpsa.gov.za, starting from 1 January 2021. Be sure to indicate the correct post number and job title.
A comprehensive CV that includes detailed employment history, including job titles, duties performed, employment start and end dates (dd/mm/yy), and exit reasons. The CV must also include contact details for at least two recent employment references.
Additional documents required upon shortlisting:
- A copy of your ID document.
- Relevant educational qualifications or RPL certificates, as well as academic transcripts for completed qualifications.
- A valid driver’s license and PDP (if specified as a job requirement).
- Latest salary advice indicating current earnings.
- For applicants with foreign qualifications, SAQA evaluation results must be submitted by the specified date.
- All shortlisted candidates will undergo interviews, tests, and employment suitability checks, which may include credit, criminal, citizenship, qualifications, and employment references checks.

Note: Preference may be given to locally based candidates for entry-level positions due to affordability, as well as to unemployed youth and the Department’s Interns and Learners who have completed their skills development programs. All appointed candidates will be required to serve a probation period and obtain a security clearance suitable for the post.

CORRESPONDENCE:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

AVAILABLE VACANCIES:

POST 11/26: Senior Legal Administration Officer (MR-6) (X2 Posts)
Directorate: Contracts
Salary: R556,356 – R1,314,666 per annum (MR 6), in accordance with the OSD determination for legally qualified personnel.
Centre: Head Office, Tshwane

Requirements:

An LLB degree at NQF Level 7, recognized by SAQA.
A minimum of 8 years’ post-qualification legal experience.
At least 5 years of experience in drafting commercial contracts (advantageous).
Knowledge of the Constitution of South Africa, Public Finance Management Act, relevant public service legislation, and governance frameworks.
Proficient in legal writing, drafting contracts, and providing legal opinions.

Duties:

Oversee the daily operations of the Contracts Directorate.
Draft and review commercial contracts and service level agreements.
Offer legal advice and opinions related to commercial contracts.
Conduct research to improve the contract drafting process.
Develop policies, procedures, and directives to ensure compliance.
Manage resources effectively within the unit and guide staff on legal compliance.

Enquiries:

Head Office: Mr. BC Mathatho, Tel: (012) 406 4250

POST 11/27: Local Office Manager (X16 Posts)
Salary: R552,081 – R650,322 per annum (Level 10)
Centre: Various Local Offices across Eastern Cape, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West, and Western Cape

Requirements:

A qualification in Public Management, Administration, or Social Sciences at NQF Level 6, recognized by SAQA.
A minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience in a Civic Services environment.
Knowledge of operations management, project optimization, and online systems.
Understanding of the Immigration Act, public service legislative frameworks, and Government Structures.
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel and work extended hours.

Duties:

Manage and monitor the operations of the Local Office, ensuring alignment with agreed service delivery standards.
Provide guidance and advice on the operations of civic services such as citizenship, births, deaths, marriages, and travel documents.
Ensure compliance with the Immigration Act and other relevant regulations.
Foster partnerships with stakeholders and represent the office in various forums.
Implement strategic goals such as digital transformation and case management solutions.
Oversee human, financial, and physical resource management at the Local Office.