Department of Home Affairs Vacancies: Apply by 6 June 2025

The Department of Home Affairs is inviting applications for multiple high-level and technical positions across various units, including Legal Services, Human Resources, Internal Audit, Immigration Appeals, and Information Technology. If you have the skills, qualifications, and a passion for serving the nation, don’t miss this opportunity to apply.

Vacancy Overview

EmployerDepartment of Home Affairs
Closing Date6 June 2025
LocationTshwane, Gauteng, South Africa

Post Title: Director: Litigation

Reference: HRMC 12/25/1
Centre: Head Office, Tshwane
Salary: R1 216 824 – R1 433 355 per annum (All-inclusive package)

Requirements:

  • Undergraduate qualification in Law (NQF Level 7)
  • 5 years’ experience at middle/senior management in litigation
  • Admission as Advocate/Attorney (advantageous)
  • Advanced knowledge of Constitutional, Administrative and Civil Law
  • Valid driver’s license and SMS Pre-entry Certificate

Duties:
Manage litigation processes, reduce contingent liabilities, provide strategic legal advice, and represent the Department at forums and court proceedings.


Post Title: Director: People Development

Reference: 12/25/2
Centre: Head Office, Tshwane
Salary: R1 216 824 – R1 433 355 per annum (All-inclusive package)

Requirements:

  • NQF Level 7 qualification in HRM, HRD, Psychology, Education or related
  • 5 years’ experience in a senior learning and development role
  • Valid driver’s license and SMS Pre-entry Certificate

Duties:
Lead the HRD strategy, oversee internships and learnerships, foster leadership development and manage skills planning aligned with the Public Sector Professionalisation Framework.


Post Title: Refugee Reception Centre Manager

Reference: 12/25/3
Centre: Head Office, Tshwane
Salary: R1 216 824 – R1 433 355 per annum (All-inclusive package)

Requirements:

  • NQF Level 7 qualification in Law, Political Science, Public Admin or related
  • 5 years’ experience in strategic management
  • Valid driver’s license and SMS Pre-entry Certificate

Duties:
Oversee asylum seeker application services, improve service delivery, coordinate with SCRA and RAASA, and manage all operations of the reception centre.


Post Title: Deputy Director: Internal Audit

Reference: HRMC 17/25/1
Centre: Head Office, Tshwane
Salary: R896 436 – R1 055 958 per annum

Requirements:

  • NQF Level 6 qualification in Internal Audit or Commerce
  • 3 years’ supervisory experience
  • Knowledge of PFMA, MCS, Teammate, King IV

Duties:
Develop and execute audit plans, lead compliance audits, advise on governance, and ensure alignment with national audit standards.


Post Title: Assistant Director: Appeals

Reference: HRMC 17/25/2
Centre: Head Office, Tshwane
Salary: R582 444 – R686 091 per annum

Requirements:

  • NQF Level 6 qualification in Law, Criminology, or related
  • 3 years’ relevant experience
  • Knowledge of Immigration and Refugees Acts

Duties:
Process and review visa and permit appeals, liaise with stakeholders, ensure digital processing, and lead quality assurance.


Post Title: Assistant Programmer

Reference: HRMC 17/25/4
Centre: Head Office, Tshwane
Salary: R397 116 – R467 790 per annum

Requirements:

  • NQF Level 6 in IT, Computer Science or related
  • 1 year system/application management experience
  • Knowledge of database and server systems

Duties:
Code and implement system changes, provide application support, manage documentation, and ensure continuous improvement in technical systems.


How to Apply

To apply and for more details, visit the: Department of Home Affairs eRecruitment Portal