The South African Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has announced two Assistant Director: Immigration Services Inspectorate vacancies for experienced law enforcement and immigration professionals. These management positions are available in KwaZulu-Natal and Limpopo, offering successful candidates the opportunity to help strengthen immigration enforcement while supporting South Africa’s border security and public safety objectives.
If you have experience in law enforcement, policing, legal services, or immigration operations and are ready to take on a leadership role, this is an excellent opportunity to join one of South Africa’s leading government departments.
About the Department of Home Affairs
The Department of Home Affairs is responsible for administering South Africa’s civic and immigration systems. Its responsibilities include issuing identity documents, passports, visas, permits, birth and marriage certificates, and enforcing immigration legislation.
As part of its digital transformation strategy, DHA continues to strengthen immigration management while improving public service delivery and national security.
Position Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Assistant Director: Immigration Services Inspectorate |
| Number of Posts | 2 |
| Salary | R605,742 – R713,535 per annum |
| Salary Level | Level 10 |
| Closing Date | 07 August 2026 |
Duty Stations
| Province | Office | Reference Number | Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| KwaZulu-Natal | Large Office: Uthungulu | HRMC 54/26/2a | 1 |
| Limpopo | Large Office: Thohoyandou | HRMC 54/26/2b | 1 |
Job Purpose
The Assistant Director: Immigration Services Inspectorate will supervise immigration enforcement operations, coordinate investigations into immigration-related offences, oversee inspectorate activities, and ensure compliance with South Africa’s immigration legislation.
The successful candidates will provide operational leadership while working closely with law enforcement agencies and other government stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Successful applicants will be expected to:
- Manage immigration inspectorate operations within the assigned office or district.
- Supervise investigations involving immigration law violations.
- Provide advice on immigration transgression cases.
- Represent the Department at security cluster meetings and other official forums.
- Review investigation reports and implement corrective measures where necessary.
- Monitor inspection and investigation statistics.
- Analyse trends and provide recommendations to senior management.
- Liaise with law enforcement agencies and relevant stakeholders.
- Coordinate deportation activities with the relevant units.
- Support investigations relating to temporary and permanent residence permits.
- Oversee court cases involving immigration matters.
- Implement departmental policies, procedures, and legislation.
- Ensure effective risk management and regulatory compliance.
- Manage staff, finances, and operational resources within the unit.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must possess:
- An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6 recognised by SAQA) in one of the following fields:
- Law
- Public Management
- Public Administration
- LLB
- Policing
- Criminology
- Forensics
- Paralegal Studies
- Criminal Justice
- A minimum of three years’ supervisory experience in a law enforcement, legal, or security environment.
- Valid driver’s licence (Code B, C1, C, or EC1).
- Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP).
- Willingness to travel, including outside South Africa, and work extended hours.
Skills and Competencies
The Department is seeking candidates with strong:
- Leadership abilities
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Communication skills
- Planning and organisational skills
- Conflict management abilities
- Customer service orientation
- Interpersonal and liaison skills
- Computer literacy
- Accountability and integrity
- Decision-making capabilities
Why Apply?
This opportunity allows experienced professionals to take on a leadership role within South Africa’s immigration enforcement system. Successful candidates will contribute to protecting national security, strengthening immigration compliance, and supporting the Department’s vision of becoming a modern, digitally enabled government institution.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted before the closing date together with the required supporting documents. Applicants should prepare:
- Completed New Z83 Application Form
- Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Relevant qualifications
- Employment references
- Valid driver’s licence
- Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP), where required
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessments and interviews.
Application Deadline
Closing Date: 07 August 2026, Late applications will not be considered.
Job Summary
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Employer | Department of Home Affairs |
| Position | Assistant Director: Immigration Services Inspectorate |
| Number of Posts | 2 |
| Salary | R605,742 – R713,535 per annum |
| Salary Level | Level 10 |
| Locations | Uthungulu (KwaZulu-Natal) & Thohoyandou (Limpopo) |
| Application Method | Online |
| Closing Date | 07 August 2026 |
Professionals with experience in immigration, law enforcement, policing, or legal services are encouraged to apply for these Assistant Director positions. Successful candidates will play an important role in leading immigration inspectorate operations, strengthening compliance with immigration laws, and supporting the Department of Home Affairs’ commitment to efficient, secure, and professional public service delivery.
