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BORDER MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (BMA)
ANALYST: INFORMATION AND RISK ANALYSIS: CROSS BORDER SMUGGLING
Centurion
Job Reference Number: BMA-146
Department: National Border targeting Centre - National Risk and Targeting Management: Cross Border smuggling
Business Unit:
Industry: Admin/Office Support
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 3
Salary: R547 316,20 - R672 417,05
The BMA is established as an armed service in terms of Section 199(3) of the constitution, a third in the country in addition to the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) through the Border Management Authority Act No 2 of 2020. The Border Management Authority invites suitable candidates to apply for the following vacant position.
Job Description
The successful candidate will be amongst other be expected to;
Cross Border Smuggling Analysis
- Gather data associated with Cross Border Smuggling from various sources, including travel records, immigration databases, security checkpoints.
- Employ relevant techniques and methodologies to conduct in-depth analyses on collected data.
- Collaborate with senior team members to identify meaningful patterns, anomalies, and trends in Cross Border Smuggling. Assist in evaluating potential risks associated with Cross border Smuggling.
- Contribute to the development of risk assessment models and frameworks.
- Assist in generating comprehensive reports summarising findings and insights.
- Participate in data validation and quality control processes to ensure accurate and reliable analysis outcomes.
- Collaborate with team members to address data inconsistencies.
- Participate in operational risk assessment processes by evaluating the likelihood and impact of identified risks.
- Disseminate targets to Operation and Law enforcement according to SOP.02
- Participate in compliance risk assessment processes by evaluating the likelihood and impact of identified risks.
- Disseminate targets to Operation and Law enforcement according to SOP
- Participate in Operational compliance risk assessment processes by evaluating the likelihood and impact of identified risks.
Stakeholder Management and Relations
- Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration.
- Contribute to the identification and mitigation of internal systems and procedural barriers to enhance excellent customer service.
- Represent and participate in committees and tasks teams.
- Contribute to the implementation of timeous communication on progress and challenges in achieving the strategic and tactical work plans to impacted stakeholders.
- Participate in industry related forums, conferences and workshops to gain industry insight for the purpose of business improvement.
Risk and Compliance
- Assist with conceptualising of the unit’s risk register.
- Contribute to the mitigation of the business units’ risk profile through the application of fraud controls. and risk prevention principles and implementing of sound governance and compliance processes and tools to identify and manage risks.
- Assist with the coordination and maintenance of quality risk management in line with the relevant requirements.
- Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.
- Provide effective support in the provision of evidence to all internal and external audit requirements.
- Adhere to the enforcement of all Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.
- Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.
Knowledge
- South African Constitution.
- BMA Act 2020
- Immigration Act 2002 (Act No. 13 of 2002)
- Public Service Regulatory Framework.
- Public Finance Management Act.
- Understanding of legislation and prescripts applicable in the corporate environment.
- National Treasury Regulations.
- National Treasury Public Sector Risk Management Framework.
- Understanding of corporate governance best practice e.g. COSO
- Framework, ISO International Standard, King Report on Corporate Governance, and Ethics Frameworks.
- Understanding of the Public Sector Integrity Management Framework.
- Building strategic working relations.
- Ability to build strategic working relations.
Job Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12
- An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Police Science, Political Science, Data Science, Data Analytics, Business Management, Project Management or Risk Management (or a related field).
- A minimum of four (4) years’ experience in a Risk Management, Data Analysis, Police- or Intelligence environment is preferred
- Flexibility in working hours may be necessary to meet operational requirements.
- Additional hours or shift work may be required based on business needs.
- Valid driver’s License
The BMA is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and workforce diversity preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the BMA employment equity plan. The BMA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised positions
- It is the applicant's responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) confirm the appropriate NQF level and to provide proof of such evaluation.
- Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to an interview and technical assessment (s) which assesses the candidate's demonstrated professional and technical competency against the job requirements and duties).
- Candidates potentially considered suitable after the interview and technical test(s) for senior positions, will be subjected to a competency assessment (which tests the candidate's demonstrated proficiency in the professional dimensions attached to the level of the post):
- Employment suitability check will be conducted on the shortlisted candidates (credit, criminal, citizenship, employment references and qualification verifications):
- Appointment will be subjected to a mandatory vetting/security clearance appropriate to the level of the position.
NB: This position is being re-advertised, and candidates who previously applied are encouraged to reapply should they still be interested in the position
Closing Date: 02 September 2026
ANALYST: INFORMATION AND RISK ANALYSIS: REGULATED GOODS
Centurion
Job Reference Number: BMA-140
Department: National Border targeting Centre - National Risk and Targeting Management: Goods and Service
Business Unit:
Industry: Admin/Office Support
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 2
Salary: R547 316,20 - R672 417,05
The BMA is established as an armed service in terms of Section 199(3) of the constitution, a third in the country in addition to the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) through the Border Management Authority Act No 2 of 2020. The Border Management Authority invites suitable candidates to apply for the following vacant position.
Job Description
The successful candidate will be amongst other be expected to;
Regulated Goods Analysis
- Gather data associated with Regulated Goods from various sources, including travel records, immigration databases, security checkpoints.
- Employ relevant techniques and methodologies to conduct in-depth analyses on collected data.
- Collaborate with senior team members to identify meaningful patterns, anomalies, and trends in Regulated goods.
- Assist in evaluating potential risks associated with Regulated Goods. Contribute to the development of risk assessment models and frameworks.
- Assist in generating comprehensive reports summarising findings and insights.
- Participate in data validation and quality control processes to ensure accurate and reliable analysis outcomes.
- Collaborate with team members to address data inconsistencies.
- Participate in compliance risk assessment processes by evaluating the likelihood and impact of identified risks.
- Disseminate targets to Operation and Law enforcement according to SOP
- Participate in compliance risk assessment processes by evaluating the likelihood and impact of identified risks.
Stakeholder Management and Relations
- Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration
- Contribute to the identification and mitigation of internal systems and procedural barriers to enhance excellent customer service.
- Represent and participate in the BMA’s committees and tasks teams.
- Contribute to the implementation of timeous communication on progress and challenges in achieving the strategic and tactical work plans to impacted stakeholders.
- Participate in industry related forums, conferences and workshops to gain industry insight for the purpose of business improvement.
Risk and Compliance
- Assist with conceptualising of the unit’s risk register.
- Contribute to the mitigation of the business units’ risk profile through the application of fraud controls. and risk prevention principles and implementing of sound governance and compliance processes and tools to identify and manage risks.
- Assist with the coordination and maintenance of quality risk management in line with the relevant requirements.
- Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.
- Provide effective support in the provision of evidence to all internal and external audit requirements.
- Adhere to the enforcement of all Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.
- Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Grade 12
- An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Police Science, Health Sciences, Data Science, Data Analytics, Business Management or Risk Management
- A minimum of four (4) years’ experience in a Risk Management or Intelligence environment is preferred.
- Flexibility in working hours may be necessary to meet operational requirements.
- Additional hours or shift work may be required based on business needs.
- Valid driver’s License
Knowledge
- South African Constitution.
- BMA Act 2020
- Immigration Act 2002 (Act No. 13 of 2002
- Public Service Regulatory Framework.
- Public Finance Management Act.
- Understanding of legislation and prescripts applicable in the corporate environment.
- National Treasury Regulations.
- National Treasury Public Sector Risk Management Framework.
- Understanding of corporate governance best practice e.g. COSO
- Framework, ISO International Standard, King Report on Corporate
- Governance, and Ethics Frameworks.
- Understanding of the Public Sector Integrity Management Framework.
- Building strategic working relations. Ability to build strategic working relations.
The BMA is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and workforce diversity. Preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the BMA employment equity plan. The BMA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised positions.
It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to confirm the appropriate NQF level and to provide proof of such evaluation report.
- It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA), confirm the appropriate NQF level and to provide proof of such evaluation report.
- Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to an interview and technical assessment(s) (which assesses the candidate's demonstrated professional and technical competency against the job requirements and duties).
- Candidates potentially considered suitable after the interview and technical test(s) for senior positions, will be subjected to a competency assessment (which tests the candidate's demonstrated proficiency in the professional dimensions attached to the level of the post);
- Employment suitability checks will be conducted on the shortlisted candidates (credit, criminal, citizenship, employment references and qualification verifications);
- Appointment will be subjected to a mandatory vetting/security clearance appropriate to the level of the position
NB: This position is being re-advertised, and candidates who previously applied are encouraged to reapply should they still be interested in the position.
Closing Date: 02 September 2026
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST - BIODIVERSITY - CITES (X1)
Centurion
Job Reference Number: BMA-141
Department: Specialised functions - Environment
Business Unit:
Industry: Admin/Office Support
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: R1 074 389,53 - R1 210 428,88
The BMA is established as an armed service in terms of Section 199(3) of the constitution, a third in the country in addition to the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) through the Border Management Authority Act No 2 of 2020. The Border Management Authority invites suitable candidates to apply for the following vacant position.
Job Description
The successful candidates will be expected to perform the following:
- Provide specialist technical advice and guidance on the implementation of biodiversity legislation, including the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act, 2004 (Act No. 10 of 2004), CITES, the Threatened or Protected Species (TOPS) Regulations and other applicable biodiversity legislation.
- Monitor and evaluate biodiversity compliance activities undertaken by operational officials in the execution of their functions, analyse compliance trends relating to biodiversity and the lawful trade in CITES-listed species, and provide technical recommendations to address identified compliance gaps.
- Provide specialist technical support and expert guidance to Regions, Ports of Entry and management on biodiversity compliance, wildlife trade regulations, permit administration, species identification and other technical biodiversity matters.
- Provide specialist advice and recommendations on complex biodiversity compliance matters, wildlife trade investigations, permit irregularities and other technical matters referred to by operational officials and management.
- Develop, review and standardise technical procedures, guidelines, methodologies and tools to promote the consistent interpretation and implementation of biodiversity legislation across the Authority.
- Conduct technical compliance assessments and quality assurance reviews and provide specialist recommendations to strengthen legislative compliance and the effective implementation of biodiversity management systems.
- Develop and implement biodiversity information management, reporting and performance monitoring mechanisms to support evidence-based decision-making and organisational reporting.
- Provide specialist technical input into biodiversity strategies, policies, frameworks, plans and performance requirements and advise on their implementation across the Authority.
- Establish and maintain strategic relationships with relevant government departments, conservation authorities, law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders, and represent the Authority at relevant national and international technical forums, as delegated.
- Develop and facilitate specialist technical training, mentoring and capacity-building initiatives to strengthen biodiversity management and compliance capabilities.
- Perform any other biodiversity-related functions assigned by the Executive Manager: Environment that are consistent with the scope and level of the post.
Knowledge
- Knowledge of the Border Management Authority Act (BMA, Act No. 2 of 2020
- Sound understanding of environmental legislation and its associated regulatory framework, including the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act, 2004 (Act No. 10 of 2004), the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), the Threatened or Protected Species (TOPS) Regulations, and other applicable biodiversity legislation, policies and regulatory frameworks.
- Biodiversity management principles, species identification, permit administration and biodiversity compliance systems.
- Public sector governance, policy development, strategic planning, programme management, reporting frameworks, and performance management.
- Environmental compliance monitoring, quality assurance methodologies and risk management principles.
- Research methodologies, information management, data analysis, monitoring and evaluation, and organisational reporting.
- Intergovernmental relations and stakeholder management within the environmental regulatory environment.
- Project management principles and the coordination of multidisciplinary programmes and initiatives.
- Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (Act No. 1 of 1999), where applicable to the management of programmes and resources.
- Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other information management systems relevant to the environmental management function.
Job Requirements
Minimum requirements
- Grade 12
- An NQF Level 7 qualification recognised by SAQA in Biological sciences, Nature Conservation, Conservation Biology, Botany, Zoology, Environmental Management, or an equivalent qualification within the biodiversity or natural sciences field.
- An NQF Level 8 qualification recognised by SAQA in Biological sciences, Nature Conservation, Conservation Biology, Botany, Zoology, Environmental Management, or an equivalent qualification within the biodiversity or natural sciences field. will be an added advantage
- Environmental Management Inspector (EMI) designation will be an added advantage
- Will be required to travel nationally and internationally.
- Flexibility in working hours will be required to meet the demands of the role.
- May be required to work overtime.
- Valid driver’s License.
Minimum Experience
- A minimum of five (5) years' relevant experience, obtained after the completion of an NQF Level 7 qualification, at a junior management specialist level in biodiversity management, environmental compliance, environmental governance, conservation management, regulatory services or a related specialist environment.
- Demonstrable experience in the interpretation and implementation of environmental legislation, biodiversity governance, policy development, technical advisory services and stakeholder engagement.
- Experience in developing and implementing environmental policies, strategies, frameworks, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and technical guidelines.
- Experience in monitoring and evaluating biodiversity compliance activities/programmes, analysing compliance trends and preparing strategic technical reports for management.
- Experience in coordinating multidisciplinary projects, technical committees or stakeholder forums involving biodiversity management and environmental compliance.
- Experience in capacity building, mentoring and the provision of specialist technical support within an environmental regulatory environment.
The BMA is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and workforce diversity preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the BMA employment equity plan. The BMA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised positions
- It is the applicant's responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) confirm the appropriate NQF level and to provide proof of such evaluation.
- Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to an interview and technical assessment (s) which assesses the candidate's demonstrated professional and technical competency against the job requirements and duties).
- Candidates potentially considered suitable after the interview and technical test(s) for senior positions, will be subjected to a competency assessment (which tests the candidate's demonstrated proficiency in the professional dimensions attached to the level of the post):
- Employment suitability check will be conducted on the shortlisted candidates (credit, criminal, citizenship, employment references and qualification verifications):
- Appointment will be subjected to a mandatory vetting/security clearance appropriate to the level of the position.
NB: This position is being re-advertised, and candidates who previously applied are encouraged to reapply should they still be interested in the position
Closing date: 02 September 2026
SPECIALIST: EMPLOYEE & LABOUR RELATIONS
Centurion
Job Reference Number: BMA-145
Department: Corporate Affairs - Human Capital Management
Business Unit:
Industry: Admin/Office Support
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: R1 074 389,53 - R1 210 428,88
The BMA is established as an armed service in terms of Section 199(3) of the constitution, a third in the country in addition to the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) through the Border Management Authority Act No 2 of 2020. The Border Management Authority invites suitable candidates to apply for the following vacant position.
Job Description
The successful candidate will be expected to perform the following duties and responsibilities:
Employee & Labour Relations Management
- Provide advice and guidance to employees and management on labour matters. Provide advice and guidance to management regarding poor performance. Handling of Disciplinary and grievances processes.
- Compile disciplinary and grievance bundles.
- Coordinate appeal, grievance hearings and review of disciplinary hearings.
- Draft warnings to be issued to employees; - Maintain records of ER training, disciplinary, appeal and grievance processes.
- Advise management on developments within the labour relations field.
- Ensure working relationships between Management and employees are conducive. Handling of CCMA and Labour Court processes.
- Compile and Paginate CCMA bundles.
- Manage process of employment relations litigation and ensure fairness and consistency.
- Coordinate labour relations training.
- Manage finalization of grievances. Investigate and prepare a report on findings and recommendations of the grievance.
- Implement outcomes of grievance processes.
- Refer unresolved grievances to Management within the required time frame. Report on the progress of the grievances received and finalized.
- Ensure misconduct cases are finalized• Investigate and prepare a report on the findings and recommendations of the misconduct cases.
Conciliation and Arbitrations
- Compile and refer appeals to Appeal Authority. Ensure finalization of disciplinary hearings of misconduct backlog cases.
- Manage disputes and Employee Relations audit.
- Ensure finalization of disputes in the Department.
- Ensure appointment of Employer Representative within 5 working days.
- Ensure employer representative attend the disputes.
- Represent the Department in all disputes referred to the General Public Service Sectorial Bargaining Council (GPSSBC) and the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA).
- Communicate the outcome of the disputes with the relevant stakeholders.
- Manage and monitor action in the Department.
- Engage on Audit deliverables.
- Respond to Audit queries and exceptions within 3 days.
- Manage the submission of reports and Financial Misconduct reports.
- Act as employer representative in Departmental Standing Committee.
- Represent the department in all chamber meetings.
- Provide input on Departmental policy development and review. Collate statistics and compile report during industrial action.
- Facilitate Employee Relations workshops, conferences and meetings.
- Prepare materials before workshop is held.
- Compile stats on a monthly basis for Employee Relations.
IR Policies Management
- Ensure structured and legislatively complaint policy, practices and processes and provide the support where there are gaps.
- Maintain effective policies and procedures so that labour disputes and grievances are minimized.
- Make recommendations for changes to existing policies and procedures to ensure compliance with new or proposed BMA regulations.
- Advise on proper procedures to be followed during disciplinary and grievance enquires.
- Contribute to the development of best practice and alignment to industry standards.
- Drive the adoption of the employee relations documentation and policies by management.
Risk and Compliance
- Keep abreast of changes in Employee & Labour Relations legislation, regulations and respond to changes through adjustments to the strategy and operational plans as required.
- Ensure submission of mandatory reports and information.
- Ensure the mitigation of the business units’ risk profile through the application of fraud controls and risk prevention principles and implementing of sound governance and compliance processes and tools to identify and manage risks.
- Assist in the establishment, maintenance and improvement of Standard Operating Procedures, policies, and guidelines relating to the business unit in consultation with the Executive Manager.
- Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.
- Ensure effective support in the provision of evidence to all internal and external audit requirements.
- Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the BMA.
Stakeholder Management and Relations
- Provide advocacy on Employee & Labour related matters to relevant stakeholders. Collaborate with the necessary organs of state and domestic and international organisations to promote and enhance effective, efficient and secure human movement.
- Ensure the development and effective stakeholder relations management with both local and international communities in support of national objectives and Labour Relations priorities.
- Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration.
- Lead the identification and mitigation of internal systems and procedural barriers to enhance excellent customer service.
- Represent and participate in the BMA’s committees and tasks teams as member of the executive team.
- Lead the implementation of timeous communication on relevant information and legislation to the BMA.
- Participate in industry related forums, conferences and workshops to gain industry insight for the purpose of business improvement and position the BMA.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- An undergraduate Qualification at NQF 7 as recognised by SAQA in LLB/ BA Law/Labour Law/Labour Relations Degree/Advanced HR.
Minimum Experience
- 5 years' experience at Junior Management/professional within the HR Operations in an Employee Relations position.
Knowledge
- Knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.
- Knowledge of the Border Management Authority Act 2 of 2020 and Regulations.
- Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act No 1 of 1999.
- Knowledge of applicable human resource legislature.
- Sound knowledge of SA labour legislation
- Knowledge of dispute management
- Labour relations Act No 66 of 1995
- Basic Conditions of Employment Act, No.75 of 1997
Other requirements
- Flexibility in working hours will be required to meet demands of the role.
- May be required to work overtime.
- Valid driver’s License
The BMA is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and workforce diversity. Preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the BMA employment equity plan. The BMA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised positions.
It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to confirm the appropriate NQF level and to provide proof of such evaluation report.
- Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to an interview and technical assessment(s) (which assesses the candidate's demonstrated professional and technical competency against the job requirements and duties).
- Candidates potentially considered suitable after the interview and technical test(s) for senior positions, will be subjected to a competency assessment (which tests the candidate's demonstrated proficiency in the professional dimensions attached to the level of the post);
- Employment suitability checks will be conducted on the shortlisted candidates (credit, criminal, citizenship, employment references and qualification verifications);
- Appointments will be subjected to a mandatory vetting/security clearance appropriate to the level of the position.
NB: This position is being re-advertised, and candidates who previously applied are encouraged to reapply should they still be interested in the position.
Closing date: 02 September 2026
SPECIALIST: MONITORING AND REPORTING
Centurion
Job Reference Number: BMA-144
Department: Corporate Affairs - Strategic management
Business Unit:
Industry: Admin/Office Support
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: R925 200,00 - R1 130 800,00
The BMA is established as an armed service in terms of Section 199(3) of the constitution, a third in the country in addition to the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) through the Border Management Authority Act No 2 of 2020. The Border Management Authority invites suitable candidates to apply for the following vacant position.
Job Description
The successful candidates will be expected to perform the following:
Functional Monitoring and Evaluation
- Design and implement monitoring and evaluation framework and other tools to enable accurate monitoring and evaluation of organisational programmes.
- Coordinate and analyse organisation-wide monitoring and evaluation reviews to assess progress against predetermined objectives and other organisational standards.
- Facilitate the implementation of remedial action as and when required. Build M&E capacity and knowledge within the organization.
- Collate organisational performance information results.
- Evaluate performance information against the overall criteria of usefulness and reliability.
- Manage implementation of projects within the area of responsibility. Implement recommendations from stakeholders.
- Prepare the annual performance information report.
- Support, programme, project and regional staff on ways to properly document, organise and capture programme progress, including coaching, mentoring the arrangement of formal training where required.
- Conduct site visits qualitative monitoring tools developed, implemented through the regions and the results analyzed for impact and strategic intervention (work with Regional Managers to gather data to analyse impact and advise on interventions).
Performance Reporting
- Managing the performance reporting process in order to ensure measurability, accuracy, validity, reliability and timeliness of submissions.
- Design and facilitate the implementation of monitoring and evaluation reports. Managing of Programme Performance information.
- Auditing of performance information report in accordance with the performance management and reporting framework.
- Provide management reports so that internal and external stakeholders are informed of performance outcomes as per organisational requirements.
- Report on all the information received and explanations required and identify omissions of which may result in the reported performance information being materially misstated or misleading.
- Oversee the process to obtain audit evidence about the usefulness and reliability of the reported performance information, including assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the quarterly and annual performance reports.
- Oversee the process of testing the internal policies, procedures and controls relating to the management of, and reporting on, performance information.
- Advising process owners on evidence requirements for monitoring and reporting.
Stakeholder Management and Relations
- Provide advocacy on Monitoring and Reporting related matters to relevant stakeholders.
- Collaborate with the necessary organs of state and domestic and international organisations to promote and enhance effective, efficient and secure human movement.
- Ensure the development and effective stakeholder relations management with both local and international communities in support of national objectives and Monitoring and Reporting priorities.
- Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration.
- Lead the identification and mitigation of internal systems and procedural barriers to enhance excellent customer service.
- Represent and participate in the BMA’s committees and tasks teams as member of the executive team.
- Lead the implementation of timeous communication on relevant information and legislation to the BMA.
- Participate in industry related forums, conferences and workshops to gain industry insight for the purpose of business improvement and position the BMA.
Risk and Compliance
- Keep abreast of changes in Monitoring and Reporting legislation, regulations and respond to changes through adjustments to the strategy and operational plans as required.
- Ensure submission of mandatory reports and information.
- Ensure the mitigation of the business units’ risk profile through the application of fraud controls and risk prevention principles and implementing of sound governance and compliance processes and tools to identify and manage risks.
- Assist in the establishment, maintenance and improvement of Standard Operating Procedures, policies, and guidelines relating to the business unit in consultation with the Executive Manager.
- Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.
- Ensure effective support in the provision of evidence to all internal and external audit requirements.
- Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the BMA.
Job Requirements
Minimum requirements
- Matric (Grade 12)
- NQF Level 7 or equivalent qualification in the field of Information Management/Statistics/ Business Administration / Public Administration / M&E, Internal Audit.
Minimum experience
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in an M&E or Internal Audit environment.
Knowledge
- Knowledge of Companies Act, PFMA, Treasury Regulations.
- Revised Framework for Strategic Plans and Annual Performance Plans.
- Framework for Managing Programme Performance Information.
- South African Constitution.
- BMA Act 2020
- Immigration Act 2002 (Act No. 13 of 2002)
- Public Service Regulatory Framework.
- Public Finance Management Act.
- Understanding of legislation and prescripts applicable in the corporate environment.
- National Treasury Regulations.
- National Treasury Public Sector Risk Management Framework.
- Understanding of corporate governance best practice e.g. COSO Framework, ISO International Standard, King Report on Corporate Governance, and Ethics Frameworks.
- Understanding of the Public Sector Integrity Management Framework.
Other requirements
- Flexibility in working hours may be necessary to meet operational requirements.
- Additional hours or shift work may be required based on business needs.
- Valid driver’s License
The BMA is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and workforce diversity. Preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the BMA employment equity plan. The BMA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised positions.
- It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA), confirm the appropriate NQF level and to provide proof of such evaluation report.
- Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to an interview and technical assessment(s) (which assesses the candidate's demonstrated professional and technical competency against the job requirements and duties).
- Candidates potentially considered suitable after the interview and technical test(s) for senior positions, will be subjected to a competency assessment (which tests the candidate's demonstrated proficiency in the professional dimensions attached to the level of the post);
- Employment suitability checks will be conducted on the shortlisted candidates (credit, criminal, citizenship, employment references and qualification verifications);
- Appointments will be subjected to a mandatory vetting/security clearance appropriate to the level of the position.
NB: This position is being re-advertised, and candidates who previously applied are encouraged to reapply should they still be interested in the position.
Closing date: 02 September 2026
OFFICER: EMPLOYEE & LABOUR RELATIONS
Centurion
Job Reference Number: BMA-142
Department: Corporate Affairs - Human Capital Management
Business Unit:
Industry: Admin/Office Support
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: R547 316,20 - R672 417,05
The BMA is established as an armed service in terms of Section 199(3) of the constitution, a third in the country in addition to the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) through the Border Management Authority Act No 2 of 2020. The Border Management Authority invites suitable candidates to apply for the following vacant position.
Job Description
The successful candidate will be expected to perform the following duties and responsibilities:
Disciplinary and Misconduct Administration
- Manage and monitor disciplinary processes and misconduct cases.
- Maintain disciplinary case files and records.
- Draft disciplinary correspondence and related documentation.
- Monitor progress and turnaround times of disciplinary matters.
- Ensure safekeeping and confidentiality of case information
Grievance and Dispute Resolution Support
- Manage and monitor cases relating to employee grievances and disputes.
- Coordinate grievance meetings and consultations.
- Prepare grievance and dispute documentation.
- Liaise with employees, management, and relevant stakeholders regarding dispute processes.
- Ensure representation at CCMA and bargaining councils.
Collective Bargaining and NCBF Secretariat Support
- Provide administrative and logistical support to collective bargaining structures.
- Assist with coordination of National Consultative Bargaining Forum (NCBF) meetings and engagements.
- Prepare meeting packs, agendas, attendance registers, and related documentation.
- Record and compile minutes and resolutions arising from NCBF meetings.
- Track implementation of resolutions and action items.
- Support stakeholder engagements with organised labour representatives.
Employee Relations Advisory Support
- Provide basic labour relations guidance and information to employees and management.
- Assist with labour relations awareness and education initiatives.
- Support implementation of employee wellness and engagement initiatives.
- Facilitate communication relating to labour relations matters.
- Promote compliance with labour relations procedures and standards
Risk, Compliance and Governance Administration
- Maintain labour relations records in compliance with governance requirements.
- Support compliance monitoring and reporting activities.
- Assist with labour relations audits and investigations
- Identify and report labour relations risks and non-compliance matters. -
- Ensure compliance with labour legislation and organisational policies
Research, Monitoring and Reporting
- Compile labour relations statistics and reports.
- Maintain labour relations databases and registers.
- Conduct basic research and benchmarking on labour relations trends.
- Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
- Monitor trends relating to misconduct, grievances, and disputes
Stakeholder Management and Coordination
- Liaise with employees, management, organised labour, and external stakeholders.
- Coordinate meetings, consultations, and labour relations engagements.
- Facilitate communication between stakeholders on labour relations matters.
- Support relationship management initiatives within the organisation.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- An Undergraduate Qualification at NQF 7 as recognised by SAQA in Labour Law/Labour Relations Degree/Advanced HR or equivalent.
Minimum Experience
- 4 years' experience at supervisory level.
- Labour dispute representation experience.
Knowledge
- Sound knowledge of SA labour legislation
- Border Management Authority Act, 2 of 2020.
- Knowledge of dispute management in labour relations
- Labour Relations Act No 66 of 1995
- Basic Conditions of Employment Act, No.75 of 1997.
Other requirements
- Flexibility in working hours will be required to meet demands of the role.
- May be required to work overtime.
- Valid driver’s License
The BMA is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and workforce diversity. Preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the BMA employment equity plan. The BMA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised positions.
It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to confirm the appropriate NQF level and to provide proof of such evaluation report.
- Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to an interview and technical assessment(s) (which assesses the candidate's demonstrated professional and technical competency against the job requirements and duties).
- Candidates potentially considered suitable after the interview and technical test(s) for senior positions, will be subjected to a competency assessment (which tests the candidate's demonstrated proficiency in the professional dimensions attached to the level of the post);
- Employment suitability checks will be conducted on the shortlisted candidates (credit, criminal, citizenship, employment references and qualification verifications);
- Appointments will be subjected to a mandatory vetting/security clearance appropriate to the level of the position.
NB: This position is being re-advertised, and candidates who previously applied are encouraged to reapply should they still be interested in the position.
Closing date: 02 September 2026
ANALYST: INFORMATION AND RISK ANALYSIS PASSENGERS/PEOPLE MOVEMENT
Centurion
Job Reference Number: BMA-139
Department: National Border targeting Centre - National Risk and Targeting Management: People movement
Business Unit:
Industry: Admin/Office Support
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 2
Salary: R547 316,20 - R672 417,05
The BMA is established as an armed service in terms of Section 199(3) of the constitution, a third in the country in addition to the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) through the Border Management Authority Act No 2 of 2020. The Border Management Authority invites suitable candidates to apply for the following vacant position.
Job Description
The successful candidate will be amongst other be expected to;
Passenger/People Movement Analysis
- Gather data associated with Passengers/People Movement from various sources, including travel records, immigration systems, security checkpoints and other law enforcement information sources
- Employ relevant techniques and methodologies to conduct in-depth analyses on collected data.
- Collaborate with senior team members to identify meaningful patterns, anomalies, and trends in Passengers/People Movement.
- Assist in evaluating potential risks associated with Passengers/people Movement.
- Contribute to the development of risk assessment models and frameworks.
- Assist in generating and developing comprehensive reports summarising findings, insights and recommendations.
- Participate in data validation and quality control processes to ensure accurate and reliable analysis outcomes.
- Collaborate with team members to address data inconsistencies.
- Produce targets according to risk profiles
- Disseminate targets to Operation and Law enforcement according to SOP
- Participate in compliance risk assessment processes by evaluating the likelihood and impact of identified risks.
Stakeholder Management and Relations
- Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration.
- Contribute to the identification and mitigation of internal systems and procedural barriers to enhance excellent customer service.
- Represent and participate in the BMA’s committees and tasks teams.
- Contribute to the implementation of timeous communication on progress and challenges in achieving the strategic and tactical work plans to impacted stakeholders.
- Participate in industry related forums, conferences and workshops to gain industry insight for the purpose of business improvement.
Risk and Compliance
- Assist with conceptualising of the unit’s risk register.
- Contribute to the mitigation of the business units’ risk profile through the application of fraud controls. and risk prevention principles and implementing of sound governance and compliance processes and tools to identify and manage risks.
- Assist with the coordination and maintenance of quality risk management in line with the relevant requirements.
- Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.
- Provide effective support in the provision of evidence to all internal and external audit requirements.
- Adhere to the enforcement of all Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.
- Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.
Knowledge
- South African Constitution.
- BMA Act 2020
- Immigration Act 2002 (Act No. 13 of 2002)
- Public Service Regulatory Framework.
- Public Finance Management Act.
- Understanding of legislation and prescripts applicable in the corporate environment.
- National Treasury Regulations.
- National Treasury Public Sector Risk Management Framework.
- Understanding of corporate governance best practice e.g. COSO Framework, ISO International Standard, King Report on Corporate Governance, and Ethics Frameworks.
- Understanding of the Public Sector Integrity Management Framework. Building strategic working relations.
- Ability to build strategic working relations.
Job Requirements
Minimum requirements
- Grade 12
- An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Police Science, Health Sciences, Data Science, Data Analytics, Business Management or Risk Management,
- Minimum 4 Years’ experience in Information / Data analysis, Risk Management and Intelligence Analysis
- Flexibility in working hours may be necessary to meet operational requirements.
- Additional hours or shift work may be required based on business needs.
- Valid driver’s License
The BMA is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and workforce diversity preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the BMA employment equity plan. The BMA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised positions
- It is the applicant's responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) confirm the appropriate NQF level and to provide proof of such evaluation.
- Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to an interview and technical assessment (s) which assesses the candidate's demonstrated professional and technical competency against the job requirements and duties).
- Candidates potentially considered suitable after the interview and technical test(s) for senior positions, will be subjected to a competency assessment (which tests the candidate's demonstrated proficiency in the professional dimensions attached to the level of the post):
- Employment suitability check will be conducted on the shortlisted candidates (credit, criminal, citizenship, employment references and qualification verifications):
- Appointment will be subjected to a mandatory vetting/security clearance appropriate to the level of the position.
NB: This position is being re-advertised, and candidates who previously applied are encouraged to reapply should they still be interested in the position
Closing date: 02 September 2026
MANAGER: STRATEGY MANAGEMENT
Centurion
Job Reference Number: BMA-138
Department: Corporate Affairs - Strategic management
Business Unit:
Industry: Admin/Office Support
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: R1 031 084,00 - R1 161 640,00
The BMA is established as an armed service in terms of Section 199(3) of the constitution, a third in the country in addition to the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) through the Border Management Authority Act No 2 of 2020. The Border Management Authority invites suitable candidates to apply for the following vacant position.
Job Description
The successful candidates will be expected to perform the following duties:
Strategic Planning
- Assist in the development of the strategy and budget for the business unit in consultation with the Executive Manager.
- Develop supporting operational plans to ensure execution of the strategic objectives and goals.
- Implement the operational work plan by developing operational activities, ensuring alignment to the achievement of strategic objectives.
- Ensure the implementation of quality assurance initiatives to support BMA in the implementation of its strategy and achieve its objective.
- Monitor and continuously evaluate progress of the operational and strategic objectives.
Monitoring and Evaluation
- Design and implement monitoring and evaluation framework and other tools to enable accurate monitoring and evaluation of organisational programmes.
- Coordinate and analyse organisation-wide monitoring and evaluation reviews to assess progress against predetermined objectives and other organisational standards.
- Facilitate the implementation of remedial action as and when required.
- Build M&E capacity and knowledge within the organization.
- Collate organisational performance information results.
- Evaluate performance information against the overall criteria of usefulness and reliability.
- Manage implementation of projects within the area of responsibility.
- Implement recommendations from stakeholders.
- Prepare the annual performance information report.
- Support, programme, project and regional staff on ways to properly document, organise and capture programme progress, including coaching, mentoring the arrangement of formal training where required.
- Conduct site visits qualitative monitoring tools developed, implemented through the regions and the results analyzed for impact and strategic intervention (work with Regional Managers to gather data to analyse impact and advise on interventions).
Performance Reporting
- Managing the performance reporting process in order to ensure measurability, accuracy, validity, reliability and timeliness of submissions.
- Design and facilitate the implementation of monitoring and evaluation reports.
- Managing of Programme Performance information.
- Auditing of performance information report in accordance with the performance management and reporting framework.
- Provide management reports so that internal and external stakeholders are informed of performance outcomes as per organisational requirements.
- Report on all the information received and explanations required and identify omissions of which may result in the reported performance information being materially misstated or misleading.
- Oversee the process to obtain audit evidence about the usefulness and reliability of the reported performance information, including assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the quarterly and annual performance reports.
- Oversee the process of testing the internal policies, procedures and controls relating to the management of, and reporting on, performance information.
- Advising process owners on evidence requirements for monitoring and reporting.
Governance, Risk and Compliance
- Identify potential risks, assess their impact, and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Monitor project risks throughout the project lifecycle, implementing contingency plans when necessary.
- Facilitate proactive risk communication and maintain risk registers to ensure timely and effective risk response.
- Escalate critical risks and issues to senior management, providing recommendations for resolution.
Financial Management
- Provide input in the planning and compilation of the business unit’s annual budget aligned to the operational plans to support the implementation of set objectives.
- Ensure the effective implementation, management, monitoring of the business unit’s budget, and mitigate and report on any variances.
- Monitoring financial control, budget management and the procurement process to ensure compliance with the legislation e.g. (PFMA, PPFA, and BBBEE).
- Ensure the deployment of proper financial controls to manage the business unit budget.
- Report on and communicate any costs improvements and shortfalls.
People Management
- Build and lead an effective and cohesive team through the effective management of divisional resources.
- Drive the implementation of talent acquisition, succession planning, development, and retention strategies for the division.
- Ensure the enhancement of relevant knowledge and skills through continuous coaching, mentoring and nurturing of talent in the business unit.
- Create a high-performance culture and manage team performance effectively by translating and communicating the annual performance goals and measures into individual work plans based on agreed upon objectives.
- Ensure the working environment contributes to improving employee engagement, recognition and increased productivity.
- Ensure the management of poor performance and disciplinary matters in line with the BMA’s policies and procedures.
Job Requirements
Minimum requirements
- Matric (Grade 12)
- NQF Level 7 in Strategic Management, Development Studies, Public Administration, Business Administration, Information Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, Economics.
Minimum experience
- 5 years’ experience at Junior Management in strategy management, monitoring, reporting and evaluations.
Knowledge
- Revised Framework for Strategic Plans and Annual Performance Plans.
- Framework for Managing Programme Performance Information.
- Knowledge of Companies Act, PFMA, Treasury Regulations.
- South African Constitution.
- BMA Act 2020.
- Immigration Act 2002 (Act No. 13 of 2002).
- Public Service Regulatory Framework.
- Public Finance Management Act.
- Understanding of legislation and prescripts applicable in the corporate environment.
- National Treasury Regulations.
- National Treasury Public Sector Risk Management Framework.
- Understanding of corporate governance best practice e.g. COSO Framework, ISO International Standard, King Report on Corporate Governance, and Ethics Frameworks.
- Understanding of the Public Sector Integrity Management Framework.
- Flexibility in working hours will be required to meet demands of the role.
- May be required to work overtime.
- Valid driver’s License.
The BMA is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and workforce diversity. Preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the BMA employment equity plan. The BMA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised positions.
- It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA), confirm the appropriate NQF level and to provide proof of such evaluation report.
- Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to an interview and technical assessment(s) (which assesses the candidate's demonstrated professional and technical competency against the job requirements and duties).
- Candidates potentially considered suitable after the interview and technical test(s) for senior positions, will be subjected to a competency assessment (which tests the candidate's demonstrated proficiency in the professional dimensions attached to the level of the post);
- Employment suitability checks will be conducted on the shortlisted candidates (credit, criminal, citizenship, employment references and qualification verifications);
- Appointments will be subjected to a mandatory vetting/security clearance appropriate to the level of the position.
NB: This position is being re-advertised, and candidates who previously applied are encouraged to reapply should they still be interested in the position.
Closing date: 02 September 2026