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BORDER MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (BMA)

 

 

CHIEF AGRICULTURAL FOOD AND QUARANTINE TECHNICIAN (SPECIALIST): DURBAN HARBOUR
Kwazulu Natal

Job Reference Number: BMA-229
Department: Specialised functions - Agricultural Specialised function
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 candidates will be expected to perform the following: 

 

Agricultural Food & Quarantine

  • Manage quarantine facilities for agricultural products, ensuring adherence to quarantine protocols and standards.
  • Coordinate inspections and quarantine procedures for imported and exported agricultural goods.
  • Monitor and enforce compliance with international and national quarantine regulations.
  • Implement food safety protocols for agricultural products, including inspection procedures and quality control measures.
  • Conduct inspections and audits to ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulations.
  • Implement pest and disease management programs to prevent the spread of agricultural pests and diseases.
  • Monitor and analyse pest and disease outbreaks, and initiate control measures as necessary.
  • Provide technical expertise on pest and disease identification and management strategies

Stakeholder Management and Relations 

  • Provide advocacy on Agriculture 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 animal and plant movement.
  • Ensure the development and effective stakeholder relations management with both local and international communities in support of national objectives and agriculture priorities.
  • Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration.
  • Support 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.
  • Support the implementation of timeous communication on relevant information and legislation to the Ports of Entry.
  • 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 agriculture 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

 

Knowledge

  • The Constitution.
  • Good governance and Batho Pele Principles.
  • Internal performance evaluation and reporting.
  • Government decision-making processes.
  • Diversity Management.
  • Performance Management and Monitoring.
  • Public Service Regulations.
  • Government systems and structure.
  • Public Finance Management Act.
  • Border Management Act, 2020.

 

Job Requirements

Minimum requirements

  • Grade 12
  • An undergraduate NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA. qualification recognised by SAQA in Agriculture 
  • Minimum of 4 years relevant experience
  • Flexibility in working hours will be required to meet the 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.
  • 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.

 

Closing date: 26 November 2026

 

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IMMIGRATION OFFICER: JEPPESREEF
Mpumalanga

Job Reference Number: BMA-228
Department: Operations and Law Enforcement - Eastern Region
Business Unit:
Industry: Admin/Office Support
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 2
Salary: R290 859,47 - R336 208,53

 

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:

 Immigration Law Enforcement

  • Conduct immigration inspections and document checks.
  • Verify the identity and legal status of individuals entering or leaving the country.
  • Enforce immigration laws and regulations.
  • Conduct investigations and gather intelligence on potential immigration violations.
  • Participate in risk assessments and intelligence-led operations.
  • Prepare reports and maintain records of immigration activities.
  • Provide information and assistance to travelers and the public.

Client and Customer Service

  •  Promptly attentively respond to customer requests within established parameters and time frames.
  • Assess or check with customer to ensure solution meets request.

Risk and Compliance

  • Ensure that the Immigration legislature and approved protocols are enforced and respond to inquiries and requests in relation to immigration matters to ensure effective immigration management in the Port of Entry.
  • Ensure that the unit adheres to all organizational deadlines.
  • Assist with the submission of mandatory reports and information.
  • Prepare reports by collecting information for the Manager/ Assistant Manager.
  • Co-ordinate and compile the department’s monthly and quarterly reports.
  • Track commitments, report deadlines and manage follow-ups.
  • Process all documentation according to BMA policies and procedures as well as document control principals, within specified set time frames to ensure compliance.
  • Assist in identifying and adhering to fraud controls, risk prevention principles, sound governance and compliance processes, and tools to identify and manage risks.
  • Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit requirements.
  • Maintain quality risk management standards in line with relevant requirements.
  • Maintain and enforce all related Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.
  • Review related Standard Operating Procedures in consultation with the Manager to ensure business optimisation.
  • Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.

Stakeholder Relations

  • Establish and maintain relationships with intelligence agencies, international organizations, and industry stakeholders to facilitate information sharing and cooperation in combating illicit activities
  • Represent and participate in the BMA’s committees and tasks teams.

 

Knowledge

  • Knowledge of South African Constitution
  • Knowledge of the Refugees Act and Immigration Act
  • Knowledge and understanding of Criminal Procedure Act
  • Knowledge of International treaties
  • Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework
  • Knowledge and understanding of all Acts administered by the Department
  • Border Management Authority Act,2020
  • Public Administration Management Act
  • Protected Disclosures Act, 2000 (Act No. 26 of 2000)
  • Public Finance Management Act

 

Job Requirements

Minimum requirements

  • Grade 12 National Senior Certificate,
  • Undergraduate qualification at NQF 6 as recognised by SAQA in a Social Science/Law/Security studies/Public Administration.
  • 3 years relevant experience.
  • Experience in customer services will be an added advantage.
  • 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.

  • 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.

 

Closing Date: 26 November 2026

 

CLICK TO APPLY

 

 

 

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