The Department of Home Affairs in South Africa is inviting qualified and experienced candidates to apply for multiple job opportunities across the country. These vacancies form part of the department’s strategy to strengthen service delivery and support the transformation of the organisation into a digital-first, world-class institution.
The department is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages women, youth, unemployed graduates and persons with disabilities to apply. Successful candidates will contribute to improving public services related to identity documents, passports, immigration services, and population registration systems. Available Positions, Below are the positions currently open for application:
1. Chief Director: Provincial Manager (Western Cape)
- Reference: HRMC 6/26/1
- Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
- Salary: R1 494 900 – R1 787 328 per year
- Requirements:
- NQF Level 7 qualification in Public Management, Business Management, Administration, Law or related fields
- At least 5 years senior management experience
- Knowledge of public service regulations and government policies
2. Director: Change Management
- Reference: HRMC 6/26/2
- Location: Tshwane (Head Office)
- Salary: R1 266 714 – R1 492 122 per year
- Requirements:
- Degree in Industrial Psychology, Industrial Engineering or Organisational Development
- Minimum 5 years management experience
- Extensive experience in change management
3. Director: Employee Wellness
- Reference: HRMC 6/26/3
- Location: Tshwane (Head Office)
- Salary: R1 266 714 – R1 492 122 per year
- Requirements:
- Degree in Social Work or Psychology
- Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa
- Experience in employee wellness programmes
4. Senior Specialist: Technical Applications (Mainframe)
- Reference: HRMC 6/26/4
- Location: Tshwane (Head Office)
- Salary: R1 266 714 – R1 492 122 per year
- Requirements:
- Degree in IT, Computer Science or Information Systems
- Experience with mainframe systems, COBOL, ADABAS database
5. Local Office Manager (2 Positions)
- Salary: R1 059 105 – R1 247 574 per year
- Locations:
- East London (Eastern Cape)
- Vereeniging (Gauteng)
6. Specialist Database Administrator (2 Positions)
- Reference: HRMC 6/26/6
- Location: Tshwane
- Salary: R896 436 – R1 055 958 per year
- Requirements:
- Qualification in Information Technology or Computer Science
- Experience in database administration
7. Local Office Manager (23 Positions)
Locations include:
- Matatiele
- Bizana
- Uitenhage
- Brakpan
- Carletonville
- Cresta
- Edenvale
- Krugersdorp
- Howick
- Ingwavuma
- Inkandla
- Pavilion Mall
- Pinetown
- Bochum
- Lephalale
- Phalaborwa
- Tzaneen
- Eerstehoek
- Secunda
- Atamelang
- Stellenbosch
- Tyger Valley Mall
- Worcester
Salary: R582 444 – R686 091 per year.
8. Assistant Director: Internal Audit (2 Positions)
- Reference: HRMC 6/26/8
- Location: Tshwane
- Salary: R468 459 – R551 823 per year
9. Civic Services Supervisor (16 Positions)
Available in various provinces including:
- Eastern Cape
- Free State
- Gauteng
- KwaZulu-Natal
- Limpopo
- Mpumalanga
- Northern Cape
- North West
- Western Cape
Salary: R397 116 – R467 790 per year.
10. Civic Services Clerk (22 Positions)
Locations include:
- Aliwal North
- East London
- Sasolburg
- Bultfontein
- Bronkhorstspruit
- Krugersdorp
- Mamelodi
- Menlyn
- Bela-Bela
- Mapulaneng
- Volksrust
- De Aar
- Madikwe
- Mbazwana
- Melmoth
- Howick
- Riversdale
- Robertson
Salary: R269 499 – R317 463 per year.
11. Immigration Officer: Inspectorate (19 Positions)
Locations include:
- Cofimvaba
- Graaff-Reinet
- Zastron
- Phuthaditjhaba
- Evaton
- Menlyn Mall
- Nquthu
- Nebo
- Modjadjiskloof
- Standerton
- Kwa-Mhlanga
- Klerksdorp
- Zeerust
- De Aar
- Calvinia
- Kimberley
- Vredendal
- Wynberg
Salary: R269 499 – R317 463 per year.
12. Administration Clerk (SCRA)
- Reference: HRMC 6/26/12
- Location: Tshwane
- Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per year
13. Administration Clerk (RAASA)
- Reference: HRMC 6/26/13
- Location: Tshwane
- Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per year
How to Apply
Applicants must follow the official recruitment process of the Department of Home Affairs.
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit:
- A completed Z83 Application Form (new version)
- A comprehensive CV detailing employment history
- Copies of relevant qualifications
- Driver’s licence (if required for the position)
Shortlisted candidates may also be required to provide:
- ID document
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of qualifications evaluation for foreign qualifications
Application Methods
Applications can be submitted through: Online: https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or sent to the relevant provincial or departmental address specified in the job listing. Closing Date 20 March 2026, Late applications will not be considered. Tip: Applicants should ensure that the correct reference number for the post they are applying for is included in the application.
