The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) is calling on dedicated South Africans to apply for various job vacancies across the country. With positions available in multiple provinces and a range of duties to match your experience and qualifications, this could be your opportunity to secure a stable government job that makes a real difference in people’s lives.
List of Department of Home Affairs Vacancies
This article will guide you through the job opportunities, application process, requirements, and everything you need to know to apply.
Job Opportunity 1: Senior Legal Administration Officer (MR-6)
Reference Number: HRMC 9/25/1
Location: Head Office, Tshwane
Salary: R556,356 – R1,314,666 per annum
Number of Posts: 2
Requirements:
- LLB degree at NQF level 7
- 8 years’ legal experience post-qualification
- 5 years in drafting commercial contracts (advantageous)
- Knowledge of South African Constitution and Public Service legal frameworks
- Willingness to travel and work extended hours
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and time management skills
Duties:
- Draft and manage commercial contracts and service level agreements
- Provide legal advice and opinions
- Research legal matters
- Ensure compliance with audits, risk management, and legal standards
- Coach and mentor team members on regulatory requirements
Job Opportunity 2: Local Office Manager (16 Posts Available)
Salary: R552,081 – R650,322 per annum
Locations: Available in various provinces including Eastern Cape, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West, and Western Cape
Post Breakdown:
- Aliwal North, Grahamstown, Lady Frere, Mount Ayliff (Eastern Cape)
- Alberton, Randburg (Gauteng)
- Kwadukuza, Prospecton, Scottburgh (KwaZulu-Natal)
- Mutale (Limpopo)
- Mhala (Mpumalanga)
- Zeerust, Mafikeng, Wolmaranstad (North West)
- Bellville, Wynberg (Western Cape)
Requirements:
- Qualification in Public Management, Administration, or Social Sciences (NQF level 6)
- 3 years’ supervisory experience in Civic Services
- Understanding of immigration and civic operations
- Valid driver’s license
- Willingness to travel and work long hours
Duties:
- Oversee daily operations of local Home Affairs office
- Provide services related to births, marriages, deaths, passports, and ID documents
- Implement national strategies and digital systems
- Monitor staff performance and delivery
- Manage resources effectively and ensure policy compliance
How to Apply
Submission Options:
Applicants must submit online applications or send physical/posted applications to the appropriate addresses listed below.
Closing Date: 25 April 2025
Required Documents:
- New Z83 form (effective 1 January 2021)
- Comprehensive CV with duties and reasons for leaving each job
- Two contactable employment references
- Copies of qualifications and academic transcripts
- ID document copy
- Driver’s license (if required)
- Salary advice
- SAQA evaluation for foreign qualifications
Shortlisted candidates must also pass:
- Criminal, credit, citizenship, and employment reference checks
- Job-specific assessments and interviews
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Postal and Physical Addresses by Province
Eastern Cape:
- Postal: Private Bag 7413, King Williams Town, 5600
- Physical: 11 Hargreaves Avenue, King William’s Town
Gauteng:
- Postal: Private Bag X108, Braamfontein, 2017
- Physical: 3rd Floor, Mineralia Building, Cnr De Beer and De Korte Street
Head Office:
- Postal: Private Bag X114, Pretoria, 0001
- Physical: 230 Johannes Ramokhoase Street
KwaZulu-Natal:
- Postal: Private Bag X09, Pietermaritzburg, 3209
- Physical: 181 Church Street, Pietermaritzburg
Limpopo:
- Postal: Private Bag X9517, Polokwane, 0700
- Physical: 89 Biccard Street, Polokwane
Mpumalanga:
- Postal: Private Bag X11264, Nelspruit, 1200
- Physical: 29 Bester Street, Nelspruit
North West:
- Postal: Private Bag X119, Mmabatho, 2735
- Physical: Cnr Sheppard and Carrington Street, Mafikeng
Western Cape:
- Postal: Private Bag X9103, Cape Town, 8000
- Physical: 4th Floor Fair Cape Building, 56 Barrack Street, Cape Town
Also check: Registry Clerk Job Opportunity at the Western Cape Department of the Premier
Enquiries by Province
- Eastern Cape: Mr L Jama – 043 604 6417
- Gauteng: Mr P Mlangeni – 011 242 9039 / 066 478 3254
- KwaZulu-Natal: Ms N Ngema – 033 845 5003
- Limpopo: Mr J Kgole – 015 287 2802
- Mpumalanga: Ms N Dlangisa – 013 752 2504
- North West: Mr L Appels – 018 397 9908 / 9924 / 9922 / 9915
- Western Cape: Mr M Pienaar – 021 488 1409
The Department of Home Affairs Vacancies present a valuable opportunity for skilled and passionate individuals to contribute to the smooth operation of critical national services. Whether you’re a legal expert or an experienced administrator, these positions offer stable employment, career growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of millions of South Africans.
