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THE DEPARTMENT of Home Affairs has taken a step toward digital transformation with the launch of its new eRecruitment platform.
Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Leon Schreiber, hailed this development as a milestone in the department’s drive to modernise its operations.
“Online recruitment has long been a standard practice in the private sector, and it is high time that government catches up,” said Schreiber.
“Since day one, I have said that digital transformation is the apex priority for Home Affairs. The launch of our very own eRecruitment platform takes us closer towards achieving that goal.”
The portal allows prospective job applicants to view and apply for departmental vacancies online, eliminating the need for cumbersome paperwork and enhancing efficiency for both applicants and the department.
The eRecruitment platform is part of the department’s broader five-year vision to create a fully digital-first organisation.
By digitising the recruitment process, the platform reduces the administrative burden associated with handling physical documents, saving time and resources while providing a user-friendly experience for job seekers.
Schreiber emphasised the forward-looking nature of this initiative.
“This platform will enable us to remove paper documentation from the application process. eRecruitment provides a window into what we want the future to look like under our five-year vision to deliver a digital-first organisation," he said.
"Indeed, for prospective job applicants, the eRecruitment platform has delivered Home Affairs @ Home.”
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