REQUIREMENTS :
An undergraduate qualification in Law, Public Management, Public Administration, Policing, Criminology, Forensics or Criminal Justice at NQF level 6 as recognized by SAQA.
3 Years' experience in Law, Analysis and Interpretation of Information. Knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. Knowledge of the Immigration Act, 2002 (Act No.13 of 2002) and Immigration Regulations. Knowledge of Refugees Act and Refugee Regulations.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks:
Contribute to the development and implementation of effective and efficient digital first visa and permit appeal application processes and procedures. Make recommendations to management on process and reporting improvements. Manage the processing of visa and permit appeal applications in line with relevant Legislation, Policy, approved Business Processes and Standard Operating Procedures. Ensure that quality assurance and data quality strategies are implemented in the processing of appeal applications. Quality assure and recommend appeal applications to the next level. Draft complex appeal reports in relation to visa and permit appeal applications received.
Manage information, and collate and monitor statistics with regards to appeals. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding appeals-related matters. Represent the Directorate at various forums. Ensure the effective implementation of operational objectives and innovations (digital transformation, records and document management solutions, process improvements and information management and analysis), in order to enhance service delivery. Implement governance processes, frameworks and procedures. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach and guide staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements.