JOCK COLIN KENNEDY
Senior Immigration Officer
LEPHALALE
Summary
Immigration Professional experienced in managing immigration procedures and ensuring legal compliance. Achieved high standards in fast-paced environments through effective case management and strong analytical skills. Focused on team collaboration and delivering results while adapting to shifting priorities.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
IMMIGRATION OFFICER
NATIONAL DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS
04.1998 - Current
- CONTROL, REGULATE AND FACILITATE IMMIGRATION, THE MOVEMENT OF PERSONS THROUGH PORTS OF ENTRY, THEIR SOJOURN IN THE RSA AND COMPLIANCE WITH THE IMMIGRATION ACT AND REGULATIONS.
- Detected, arrested, prosecuted, detained, and deported illegal foreigners within RSA, ensuring compliance with immigration laws.
- Prosecuted employers violating the immigration act and regulations.
- COMPLIANCE WITH ALL DEPARTMENTAL STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES, POLICIES, IMS DIRECTIVES AND OTHER RELEVANT LEGISLATION.
- Maintained accurate records of immigration cases, facilitating efficient case management and follow-up.
- Prepared documentation and correspondence for immigration processes, streamlining administrative functions and enhancing case management.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to identify and apprehend individuals involved in criminal activities, contributing to national security efforts.
- Supported efforts aimed at combating human trafficking by identifying victims, working closely with victim support services, and pursuing offenders within the scope of my role as an Immigration Officer.
- Documented activities in reports and testified in court proceedings to actions.
Education
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE - SERVICE DELIVERY
DHA LEARNING CENTRE
01-2024
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
DHA LEARNING LEARNING CENTRE (EDUTEL)
01-2023
CERTIFICATE - MIGRATION AND COUNTER TRAFFICKING
INTERNATIONAL ORGANISATION ON MIGRATION
01-2008
CERTIFICATE - CLIENT RELATIONS, ORIENTATION TO NEWCOMERS & PUBLIC SERVICE INDUCTION PROGRAM
DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS
01-1999
SENIOR CERTIFICATE - undefined
LIIVHA SECONDARY SCHOOL
01-1992
Skills
Immigration compliance
Immigration legislation
Immigration enforcement
Deportation processes
Legal case analysis
Documentation preparation
Legal paperwork
Case management
Record maintenance
SOP management
Detention management
Case follow-up
Agency collaboration
Team collaboration
Ethical compliance
Integrity management
Problem-solving
Timeline
IMMIGRATION OFFICER
NATIONAL DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS
04.1998 - Current
SENIOR CERTIFICATE - undefined
LIIVHA SECONDARY SCHOOL
CERTIFICATE - CLIENT RELATIONS, ORIENTATION TO NEWCOMERS & PUBLIC SERVICE INDUCTION PROGRAM
DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS
CERTIFICATE - MIGRATION AND COUNTER TRAFFICKING
INTERNATIONAL ORGANISATION ON MIGRATION
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
DHA LEARNING LEARNING CENTRE (EDUTEL)
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE - SERVICE DELIVERY
DHA LEARNING CENTRE