Border Management Authority (BMA) Vacancies Open – Port Commander and Regional Commander Positions Available
The Border Management Authority (BMA) has announced several senior management vacancies within its Operations and Law Enforcement Division. These opportunities are ideal for experienced professionals in border security, law enforcement, defence, aviation, maritime security, public administration, and related fields.
The BMA is one of South Africa’s armed services established to secure the country’s borders, facilitate legitimate movement of people and goods, and combat illegal cross-border activities.
Available BMA Vacancies
Port Commander: OR Tambo International Airport
Reference Number: BMA 9/2/2024
Location: OR Tambo International Airport
Salary: Market Related
Application Email: operations6@bma.gov.za
Minimum Requirements
- Postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) in Border Management, Security, Defence, Public Administration, Environmental Management, International Relations, or related fields.
- Master’s Degree (NQF Level 9) will be an advantage.
- Minimum 10 years experience in border law enforcement, aviation, maritime, land border, or public security environment.
- Minimum 5 years management experience.
- Experience managing law enforcement operations and personnel.
Regional Commander: Border Management Authority (4 Posts)
Salary: Market Related
Northern Region (Limpopo and North West)
Reference Number: BMA 10/2/2024 (a)
Application Email: RC-Northern@bma.gov.za
Central Region (Gauteng and Free State)
Reference Number: BMA 10/2/2024 (b)
Application Email: RC-Central@bma.gov.za
Eastern Region (Mpumalanga and KwaZulu-Natal)
Reference Number: BMA 10/20/2024 (c)
Application Email: RC-Eastern@bma.gov.za
Southern Region (Western Cape, Eastern Cape and Northern Cape)
Reference Number: BMA 10/2/2024 (d)
Application Email: RC-Southern@bma.gov.za
Minimum Requirements
- Postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) in Border Management, Security, Defence, Maritime Studies, Public Administration, Environmental Management, International Relations, or related fields.
- Master’s Degree will be an added advantage.
- Minimum 10 years experience in border law enforcement or public security.
- Minimum 5 years management experience.
- Experience commanding law enforcement operations and personnel.
Port Commander Vacancies (4 Posts)
Beit Bridge Port of Entry
Reference Number: BMA 12/2/2024
Application Email: PC-beitbridge@bma.gov.za
Lebombo Port of Entry
Reference Number: BMA 12/2/2024
Application Email: PC-lebombo@bma.gov.za
King Shaka International Airport
Reference Number: BMA 12/2/2024
Application Email: PC-ksia@bma.gov.za
Cape Town International Airport
Reference Number: BMA 12/2/2024
Application Email: PC-ctia@bma.gov.za
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Border Management, Security, Defence, Maritime Studies, Public Administration, Environmental Management, International Relations, or related fields.
- Postgraduate qualification will be an advantage.
- Minimum 8 years experience in border law enforcement or public security.
- Minimum 4 years management experience.
- Experience managing law enforcement officials and border operations.
Key Competencies Required
Successful candidates should have knowledge of:
- Border Management Authority Act
- South African Constitution
- International and Regional Protocols
- Aviation and Maritime Industry requirements
- Migration and Biosecurity regulations
- Risk Management Frameworks
- Public Service Act and Public Finance Management Act
- Border security operations and law enforcement
How to Apply
Applicants must submit:
- Completed BMA Employment Application Form
- Comprehensive CV with employment history
- At least two contactable references
Do not include certified copies of qualifications, ID documents, or driver’s licence with the initial application. These will only be requested from shortlisted candidates.
Applications must be emailed to the correct email address listed under each vacancy.
Important Information
- Applicants must be South African citizens.
- Security vetting and background checks will be conducted.
- Candidates may be subjected to interviews, technical assessments, and competency evaluations.
- Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.
- Late applications will not be considered.
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About the Border Management Authority
The Border Management Authority (BMA) is responsible for securing South Africa’s ports of entry and border environment. The authority coordinates border security functions, facilitates lawful movement of people and goods, and combats illegal migration, smuggling, and other border-related crimes.
Share this opportunity with qualified professionals in law enforcement, defence, aviation, maritime security, and border management sectors.
