DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS 22 July 2026

The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) seeks to hire patriotic, professional, passionate and talented
individuals to form part of a new leadership team, equipped with the right skills to facilitate the
transformation of Home Affairs into a digital-first, world-class organisation. If you are committed to
delivering on the Medium-Term Development Plan’s priorities through digital transformation, ascribe to
the Department’s shared value set, have what it takes to deliver on the needs of DHA Clients with the
highest levels of dignity, integrity and innovation, and your credentials meet the requirements of any of
the following positions, kindly respond before the closing date. The DHA is a merit-based, equal
opportunity and affirmative action employer. In line with its commitment to promoting representivity, in
the filling of entry-level positions preference may be given to locally based candidates on grounds of
affordability as well as to (unemployed) youth and the DHA’s interns and learners who have successfully
completed their respective skills development programmes. In the filling of all posts, preference may be
afforded to persons with disabilities, and in respect of SMS-level posts, to women. Persons falling in
these categories and who meet the post requirements are preferred.

CLOSING DATE : 31 July 2026

NOTE : Applications must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za sent
to the correct address specified at the bottom of the posts, on or before the
closing date, accompanied by a fully completed Application for Employment
Form (New Z83, effective from 1 January 2021), obtainable at
www.dpsa.gov.za, citing the correct post number and job title, and a
comprehensive CV (citing the start and end date dd/mm/yy), job title, duties
performed and exit reason for each employment period to be considered, as
well as the details of at least two contactable employment references (as recent
as possible), regardless of online or manual submission. Where a valid Driver’s
License and a Professional Driving Permit (PDP) is a requirement, this must
be indicated on the CV. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall
undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to
determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic
requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
Shortlisted candidates will also be required to submit a copy of their ID
document, a valid driver’s license (if specified as a job requirement), relevant
educational qualifications / RPL certificates / Academic Transcripts of
completed qualifications, and Acting letters as directed. Furthermore,
applicants who possess (a) foreign qualification(s), are required to submit the
evaluated results of such qualifications, as received from the South African
Qualifications Authority (SAQA); for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical
exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a
maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments
to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional
intelligence, and integrity, will be subjected to an interview, various relevant
tests and assessments, and employment suitability checks (credit, criminal,
citizenship, qualifications, and employment references including verification of
exit reasons, and conducting business with State). Once appointed, serving of
a prescribed probation period, and obtaining of a security clearance
appropriate to the post, will be required. Correspondence between the
Department and candidates will be limited to shortlisted candidates, only. The
DHA complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (Act No. 4
of 2013). Applicants’ personal information will be used for recruitment
purposes, retained where required for audit, and safeguarded against
unauthorised disclosure, except where legally required. Submission of an
application constitutes consent to such processing.

POST 25/43 : CASHIER REF NO: HRMC 52/26/9

SALARY : R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05), (a basic salary)
CENTRE : Western Cape: Medium Office: Wynberg

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12/ Senior Certificate at NQF level 4 as recognised by SAQA.
Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Knowledge of Cashier
services. Knowledge of Accounting processes and procedures. Understanding
of departmental legislation and Human Resources legislation and prescripts.
Knowledge of the South African Constitution, Knowledge of the Public Service
Regulations Act. Required skills and competencies: Analytical thinking.
Planning and organising. Problem Solving. Financial Administration.
Interpersonal skill. Attention to detail. Clerical and Administration. MS Office
(MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Multi-Tasking. Financial Administration.
Teamwork. Record and time Management. Planning and Organising. Good
verbal and written. Communication skills. Patriotic, Honesty, Integrity and
Accountability.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following
specific tasks: Provide an effective cashier service to all DHA clients. Capture
the transaction details onto the receipting solution. Receive cash and issues
the receipt/invoices to all applicants. Endorse all applications where cash was
received. Perform the cashing up procedure at the change of shift and end of
day under the cashier’s supervisor. Bank the cash into the ACHD under the
cashier supervisor’s supervision. Count float before each shift and keep drawer
secure at all times. Ensure accurate handling of client cash, credit payments,
and change. Follow all front end procedures and policies. Adhere to requests
from management to assist in other front office functions where required.
Provide advice to clients and route clients to required service points where
required. Ensure the implementation of effective risk and compliance in line
with the Labour Relations Act. Study the relevant public service and
departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the
application thereof is understood properly.

ENQUIRIES : Western Cape: Mr M Pienaar Tel No: (021) 488 1409
APPLICATIONS : Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be
submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za
Western Cape: Physical Address: 4th Floor Fair Cape Building, 56 Barrack
Street, Cape Town, 8000

POST 25/42 : ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: HRMC 52/26/8

Directorate: Vetting
SALARY : R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07), (a basic salary)
CENTRE : Head Office: Tshwane

REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification in Office Management and Technology,
Business Management, Administration Management or a related field at NQF
Level 6 as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 1 years experience in
administration is required. Knowledge of the Public Service Regulation.
Extensive knowledge of various filing systems. Knowledge of Office
Administration methodologies. Knowledge and Understanding of Departmental
Legislations and Prescripts. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act
(PFMA) and National Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of Supply Chain
Management processes. Required skills and competencies: Analytical
thinking. Planning and organising. Problem Solving. Financial Administration.
Interpersonal skill. Customer Focus. Office Administration. MS Office (MS
Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Multi-Tasking. Financial Administration. Teamwork.
Time Management. Planning and Organising. Good verbal and written.
Communication skills. Patriotic, Honesty, Integrity and Accountability.

DUTIES : The successful candidates will be responsible for, amongst others, the
following specific tasks: Implement the administrative operations of the office.
Perform general administrative activities in support of the unit. Draft
submissions, reports, memorandums, and minutes for the unit. Conduct
records and document management both manually and electronically. Provide
support in completing and processing subsistence claims. Keep track of all
incoming work and ensure that all deadlines are met. Liaise with all
stakeholders relevant to the office. Administer leave arrangements. Process
forms and documents related to claims, payments, invoices and consultant
fees relevant to the office. Type correspondence as and when required.
Oversee office equipment and organise maintenance and repairs as required.
Provide logistical services in the functional unit. Ensure innovation and service
delivery within the Unit. Ensure the implementation of effective risk and
compliance management practices. Support digital transformation initiatives.
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.

ENQUIRIES : Head Office: Mr R Mohlaka Tel No: (012) 406 4246
APPLICATIONS : Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be
submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za
Head Office, Hallmark Building: Physical address: 230 Johannes Ramokhoase
Street, Pretoria, 0001

We wish you al the best with your applications