The Border Management Authority (BMA) has opened applications for a Senior Administrative Officer in its Operational Command Centre & Special Response unit, based in Centurion. Applications close on 16 November 2026.
Job Snapshot
- Position: Senior Administrative Officer: Operational Command Centre & Special Response
- Employer: Border Management Authority (BMA)
- Job reference number: BMA-221
- Location: Centurion
- Department: Operations and Law Enforcement – Command Centre
- Industry: Admin / Office Support
- Job type: Permanent (the advert also states these positions are offered on a three-year contractual basis)
- Positions available: 1
- Salary: R390,940.15 – R474,962.57 per annum
- Date advertised: 30 October 2026
- Closing date: 16 November 2026
About the Border Management Authority
The BMA is established as an armed service in terms of Section 199(3) of the Constitution, the third in the country alongside the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and the South African Police Service (SAPS), through the Border Management Authority Act No 2 of 2020.
Duties and Responsibilities
Office Operations
- Responsible for general office operations and reports to management.
- Manages filing systems and office supplies, and keeps inventory of orders.
- Maintains the asset register and liaises with the asset unit during asset verification.
- Manages outgoing and ongoing assets and allocates equipment to officials.
- Works with the Human Resources team to update office policies and onboard new hires.
Travel and Logistics
- Arranges travel itineraries, accommodation and transportation for staff or visitors as required.
- Coordinates logistics for meetings, conferences and events, including venue bookings, catering and audiovisual setup.
Information and Records Management
- Maintains effective systems and processes for simplified document management.
- Ensures the confidentiality and security of files and filing systems.
Budget, Finance and Management
- Assists with the budget and finances of the office and tracks expenditure.
- Ensures projects and functions in the Operational Command Centre & Special Response office are executed on time and within budget.
- Maintains office supplies, checking inventory and working with vendors to keep adequate stock levels.
- Arranges the Executive Manager’s travel, including flights, hotels and car rentals, and processes travel expense reports and related documentation.
- Obtains approvals and processes cheques, cheque requests, invoices and timesheets, and provides the Executive Manager’s seal/signature for formal documents where authorised and supported by written approval.
- Coordinates with vendors so products are delivered on time and within budget specifications.
- Prepares regular financial and administrative reports.
Risk & Compliance
- Assists with conceptualising the unit’s risk register.
- Assists with mitigating the business unit’s risk profile through fraud controls, risk prevention principles and sound governance and compliance processes.
- Assists with coordinating and maintaining quality risk management.
- Monitors changes in the regulatory environment and ensures operational controls address new requirements.
- Supports provision of evidence for all internal and external audit requirements.
- Assists with maintaining and enforcing Operations Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.
- Ensures adherence to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
Knowledge Required
- The Constitution
- Border Management Authority Act, 2020
- 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
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12.
- NQF Level 6 qualification: National Diploma in Public Administration, Public Management, Business Administration or Business Management.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an administration environment, including supervisory experience.
- Flexibility in working hours and a willingness to work overtime.
- Valid driver’s licence.
Important Notes from the Advert
- 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 its employment equity plan.
- The BMA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised position.
- Applicants with foreign qualifications must have them evaluated by SAQA and provide proof of the NQF level.
- Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to an interview and technical assessment(s). Candidates considered suitable for senior positions will undergo a competency assessment.
- An employment suitability check (credit, criminal, citizenship, employment references and qualification verification) will be conducted on shortlisted candidates.
- Appointment is subject to a mandatory vetting/security clearance appropriate to the level of the position.
How to Apply
Apply through the official BMA careers portal and quote job reference BMA-221: bmajobs.mcidirecthire.com. Register or log in, find the vacancy and submit your application before the closing date of 16 November 2026.
Always confirm details on the official BMA portal. Never pay anyone to secure a government job; the BMA does not charge application fees.
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