CHIEF BORDER LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER: JEPPES REEF

The successful candidates will be expected to perform the following:

Border Operations

• Supervise and coordinate border control activities at designated ports, including monitoring the flow of goods and individuals, conducting inspections, and implementing measures to identify and intercept illegal entries.
• Collaborate with relevant government agencies, law enforcement entities, and international counterparts to gather intelligence, share information, and coordinate joint operations to combat cross-border crime.
• Compile reports are required by higher authorities.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in border control and law enforcement, and implement appropriate strategies to address evolving threats effectively.
• Conduct investigations into suspected cases of illegal border activities, collaborate with legal authorities, and provide expert advice and testimony when required.

Staff development

• Ensure adherence to all training programmes as planned for the Unit.
• Ensure all staff/officials are at the correct level
• and readiness of training.
• Ensure that instructors follow the proper training routine during training.
• Observe the in-service training of all staff members in the Unit.
• Monitor and supervise all training of the Unit.
• Ensure training deficiencies of the Officers are rectified. Ensure ethical conduct of the Border Guard in line with the Legislation and training manuals.
• Ensure adherence by Border Law Enforcement to the dress code

Risk and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with national and international laws, regulations, and protocols related to border control and customs enforcement.
• Review and update procedures and guidelines regularly to align with changing legal requirements and industry standards.
• Analyse intelligence data, risk assessments, and threat reports to identify vulnerabilities, emerging trends, and areas of concern related to border security

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. Participate in industry related forums, conferences and workshops to gain industry insight for the purpose of business improvement and position the BMA.

Knowledge

• Border Management Authority Act, 2020
• Sound knowledge of South Africa's legal and regulatory framework pertaining to border control, customs, and immigration
• Familiarity with intelligence-driven operations and the use of technology in border control.
• Public Administration Management Act
• Protected Disclosures Act, 2000 (Act No. 26 of 2000)
• Immigration Act, 2002 (Act No. 13 of 2002)

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’ experience at supervisory experience in commanding, planning and executing security operations 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

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: 04 September 2026