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.Department of Home Affairs Vacancies 2026 – Multiple Government Jobs Available Across South Africa

The Department of Home Affairs has announced a wide range of new job opportunities for 2026, offering positions for qualified professionals, graduates, and experienced candidates across various provinces. These vacancies form part of the department’s ongoing efforts to strengthen public service delivery and support the transformation of government services into a digital-first environment.

The department is encouraging youth, unemployed graduates, women, and persons with disabilities to apply for these roles.

The closing date for applications is 20 March 2026, and all applications must be submitted online.

Overview of Available Positions

The recruitment drive includes senior management roles, technical specialists, administrative positions, and operational staff. Salaries range from R228,321 to over R1.7 million per year, depending on the level of the position.

Below are some of the key vacancies currently open.

Senior Management Positions

Chief Director: Provincial Manager (Western Cape)

• Location: Cape Town
• Salary: R1,494,900 – R1,787,328 per year
• Requirements:
  • NQF Level 7 qualification in Public Administration, Business Management, Law, or similar
  • At least 5 years of senior managerial experience in strategic or operations management
• Key Duties:
  • Oversee provincial operations and service delivery
  • Manage identity documents, passports, and citizenship services
  • Ensure compliance with national policies and regulations
  • Drive digital transformation and automation in government services

Director: Change Management

• Location: Tshwane
• Salary: R1,266,714 – R1,492,122 per year

This role focuses on leading organizational change initiatives across the department. The successful candidate will design change management strategies, oversee transformation programs, and ensure staff readiness for digital and operational reforms.

Candidates should hold a qualification in Industrial Psychology, Industrial Engineering, or Organisational Development, with at least 5 years of management experience.

Director: Employee Wellness

• Location: Tshwane
• Salary: R1,266,714 – R1,492,122 per year

The department is seeking a professional with a background in Social Work or Psychology to lead employee wellness initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing employee assistance programs
• Implementing HIV/AIDS and TB management policies
• Coordinating mental health and counselling services
• Promoting healthy workplace initiatives

Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa is required.

Technical and Specialist Positions

Senior Specialist: Technical Applications (Mainframe)

• Location: Tshwane
• Salary: R1,266,714 – R1,492,122 per year

This role focuses on maintaining and developing mainframe systems used by the department, including the National Population Register.

Applicants must have strong experience with:

• Mainframe environments
• ADABAS databases
• COBOL and Natural programming
• System development life cycle methodologies

Specialist Database Administrator (2 Posts)

• Location: Tshwane
• Salary: R896,436 – R1,055,958 per year

Responsibilities include:

• Managing database environments and performance
• Supporting enterprise-wide database infrastructure
• Implementing data migration and system upgrades
• Monitoring database performance and capacity planning

Operations and Office Management Roles

Local Office Manager (Multiple Posts)

Positions are available in several areas, including:

• East London
• Vereeniging

Salary: R1,059,105 – R1,247,574 per year

The role involves overseeing the daily operations of local Home Affairs offices, ensuring the delivery of services such as:

• Birth, marriage, and death registrations
• Identity document processing
• Passport and travel document issuance
• Immigration inspectorate activities

Additional Positions Available

The recruitment drive also includes many other positions across South Africa:

• Assistant Director: Internal Audit (2 posts)
• Civic Services Supervisor (16 posts)
• Civic Services Clerk (22 posts)
• Immigration Officer: Inspectorate (19 posts)
• Administration Clerk roles for government units

These positions are available across provinces including:

• Eastern Cape
• Gauteng
• KwaZulu-Natal
• Limpopo
• Mpumalanga
• Western Cape
• North West
• Northern Cape
• Free State

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit their applications through the official Home Affairs recruitment portal.

Applicants are required to provide:

• A completed Z83 Application Form
• A detailed CV with employment history
• Contact details of references

Shortlisted candidates will undergo:

• Practical assessments
• Integrity evaluations
• Qualification verification
• Security and background checks

Applications must be submitted via the official online portal:

➡ https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za

Closing Date

All applications must be submitted on or before 20 March 2026.

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

✅ Tip for Applicants:
Ensure your CV clearly lists your employment dates, job responsibilities, and references, as this information is required for shortlisting.

 

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