Immigration Officer: Inspectorate FS x 1
Job Details
Job Title: Immigration Officer: Inspectorate (X19 Posts)
Salary: R269,499 – R317,463 per annum (Level 06, basic salary)
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Department of Home Affairs
Locations: Multiple posts across South Africa, including:
Eastern Cape: Cofimvaba, Graaff-Reinet
Free State: Zastron, Phuthaditshaba
Gauteng: Evaton, Melyn Mall
KwaZulu-Natal: Nquthu
Limpopo: Nebo, Modjadjiskloof
Mpumalanga: Standerton, Kwa-Mhlanga
North West: Klerksdorp, Zeerust
Northern Cape: De Aar (2), Calvinia, Kimberley
Western Cape: Vredendal, Wynberg
Job Purpose
The role is focused on enforcing immigration laws, detecting and managing illegal foreigners, and supporting law enforcement operations.
The officer ensures compliance with the Immigration Act, Refugees Act, and other related legislation, including deportations and investigations.
Minimum Requirements
Undergraduate qualification (NQF 6) in:
Law
Public Management / Public Administration
Policing / Criminology / Forensics / Criminal Justice
Basic understanding of:
Refugees Act, Immigration Act
South African Constitution
Public Service Regulatory Framework
Valid driver’s license (Code B/C1/C/EC1)
Valid Public Driver Permit (PDP)
Willingness to travel outside borders and work extended hours
Key Skills & Competencies
Liaison and interpersonal skills
Problem-solving
Customer orientation
Planning and organizing
Strong analytical skills
Computer literacy
Written and verbal communication
Diplomacy, integrity, and honesty
Key Responsibilities
Law Enforcement & Compliance
Enforce the Immigration Act and related legislation
Detect, trace, detain, and prosecute illegal foreigners
Conduct inspections and investigations (with/without warrants)
Process deportations and extensions of detention warrants
Ensure compliance with permit terms and conditions
Reporting & Case Management
Monitor records of all cases and foreigners in the country
Process evidence and statements for court or departmental cases
Issue notices and admissions of guilt where applicable
Stakeholder Engagement & Training
Participate in law enforcement operations with security cluster agencies
Provide expert evidence in investigations
Attend training for advanced knowledge on enforcing immigration legislation
Administration & Asset Management
Maintain state property and assets
Implement departmental policies and procedures
Monitor resources and operations in assigned areas
Work Environment & Expectations
Security and law enforcement setting
May require travel across borders and extensive hours
Fieldwork includes inspections, arrests, and court appearances
Interaction with multiple government and security agencies
Enquiries (Province-Specific)
Free State: Ms V. Molefe – (051) 430 0378
Other provincial contacts provided for Eastern Cape, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West, Northern Cape, Western Cape
Application Details
Online: https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za
Physical Submission (province-specific addresses), e.g.:
Free State: 41 Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein, 9301
Northern Cape: Quantum Leap Building, 69 Du Toitspan Road, Kimberley, 8300
Applicants must comply with “Directions to Applicants” on the DHA website
Key Notes
Multiple posts across South Africa (X19)
Focused on law enforcement, inspections, investigations, and deportation
Requires high integrity, vigilance, and willingness to travel