BORDER MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (BMA)


“Leading with Integrity. Enabling Excellence. Securing South Africa’s Borders.” 

 

 

ADVERTISEMENT FOR THE POSITION OF DEPUTY COMMISSIONER: CORPORATE SERVICES WITHIN THE BORDER MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (BMA), AN ENTITY REPORTING TO THE MINISTER OF HOME AFFAIRS

 

The Border Management Authority (BMA) is a national security and service delivery institution, established as an armed service in terms of Section 199(3) of the Constitution of South Africa, and the Border Management Authority Act, 2020 (Act No. 2 of 2020), to safeguard South Africa’s borders while enabling legitimate trade and movement. 

The BMA invites suitable candidates who embody patriotism, professionalism, excellence, integrity and innovation, and whose credentials meet the requirements, to apply for the following mission-critical post. In line with the BMA’s commitment to representivity, women and persons with disabilities who meet the requirements are strongly encouraged to apply. 

The BMA 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. 

 

 

DIRECTIONS TO APPLICANTS: 

·       A fully completed BMA Employment Application Form downloadable from the BMA website must be submitted, accompanied by a Comprehensive CV citing the start and end date (dd/mm/yr) of each employment period to be considered, including the details of at least two contactable employment references (as recent as possible). 

·       All applications must be submitted through the following email address: DC@dha.gov.za (limited to 2.5MB in size. Should an automated acknowledgement of receipt not be received when an application is emailed, this could mean that the application was not received due to the size of the attachments. Should this occur, kindly resend the application in 2 / 3 parts, splitting the attachments accordingly), accompanied by copies of relevant educational qualifications, ID and valid driver’s licence. 

·       Applications received after the closing date of the advertisement will not be considered. 

·       Failure to comply with directions above, may result in the application being disqualified. 

·       SELECTION: Shortlisted Candidates will be subjected to an interview and tests or assessment(s) (which assesses the Candidates’ demonstrated professional and technical capability against the job requirements and duties). 

·       Candidates potentially considered suitable after the interview and test(s) / assessment, will be subjected to a competency assessment (which further tests the Candidates’ demonstrated proficiency in the professional dimensions of the post), as well as employment suitability checks (credit, criminal, citizenship, employment references and qualification verifications). 

 

APPOINTMENT: Once appointed, the obtaining of a security clearance appropriate to the post, will be required. 

 

Closing Date: 4 May 2026 

 

The BMA reserves the right to fill this post. Should an Applicant not be contacted within 5 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider the application to be unsuccessful. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

POSITION (BMA 1/02/2026): DEPUTY COMMISSIONER: CORPORATE SERVICES 

NATURE OF APPOINTMENT: Five (5) year fixed-term contract 

SALARY: Market Related, plus 10% Non-Pensionable Allowance 

CENTRE: : Head Office: Centurion, Tshwane 

 

REQUIREMENTS: A postgraduate qualification at NQF level 8 in Business Administration, Public Management / Administration or a related qualification as recognised by SAQA. • A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience at a senior management level in a corporate services environment, preferably within the public sector or a similar or complex organisation • Excellent abilities and vast experience in project management, project optimization, and the use of online systems. 

 

KNOWLEDGE: • Knowledge of the South African Constitution, Border Management Authority Act, Public Finance Management Act and Regulations, Immigration Act, Labour Relations Act and applicable public sector legislation • Understanding of legislation, prescripts and best practices applicable in the corporate services environment including COSO Framework, ISO International Standards, King IV Report on Corporate Governance, Risk and Integrity Management frameworks • Sound understanding of human capital management, financial management, ICT governance, and facilities management within the public sector. •Flexibility in working hours, a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel and operate within border environments are required to meet demands of the role. 

 

COMPETENCIES: • Strategic capability and leadership. • Service delivery innovation, client orientation and customer focus. • People management and empowerment. • Stakeholder and Relationship Management • Political Acumen • Research and Analysis Financial Management. • Program and project management. • Change management. • Ability to instil appropriate processes and systems, as well as enabling technology, to support the BMA in efficiently and effectively managing the required work. • Innovation. • Excellent verbal and written communication, as well as presentation skills. • Problem-solving and analysis. Influencing, networking, conflict management and negotiation skills. • Decision making and initiating action. • Planning, organising and time management. • Policy development, coaching and facilitating. • Computer literacy. • Honesty and Integrity.

 

DUTIES: The successful candidate, amongst others, will be responsible for: 

• Providing strategic leadership in the development, implementation and monitoring of the Corporate Services strategy aligned to the mandate of the Border Management Authority (BMA) • Facilitating the development and alignment of organisational strategies, policies, standard operating procedures and governance frameworks • Leading and managing core corporate services functions, including Human Capital Management, Finance, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Training and Development, Facilities Management and Labour Relations • Ensuring the establishment and management of a training institution in line with applicable legislation • Overseeing financial management processes, including budgeting, expenditure monitoring, financial reporting and compliance with applicable legislation and National Treasury prescripts • Developing and implementing asset, facilities and ICT strategies to support operational efficiency and service delivery • Leading governance, compliance and risk management processes, including the development and maintenance of the corporate services risk register, implementation of fraud prevention controls, and coordination of audit processes • Ensuring compliance with all applicable legislative and regulatory frameworks • Managing stakeholder relations and representing the BMA in relevant forums, committees and engagements • Building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support organisational objectives • Leading people management practices, including talent management, succession planning, performance management and employee development • Fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring effective management of team performance • Driving organisational change and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and operational effectiveness. 

 

ENQUIRIES: Dr Thembi Makobela: 079 144 2555