

The South African Revenue Service (SARS)
Senior Manager: Customs Legislative Policy
Organization Overview
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is the nation’s tax administration authority responsible for:
- Collecting national taxes, duties, and levies
- Administering customs & excise regulations
- Facilitating legitimate trade across borders
- Implementing trade policy decisions
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Position Summary
Lead the Customs Legislative Policy division overseeing:
- Tariff system management
- Customs/excise policy development
- Legislative alignment across government
- International trade agreement implementation
Key Requirements
- Education:
Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7/8) in Law, Economics, Public Policy or related field
Master’s degree preferred - Experience:
10+ years in legislative/policy development
3-4 years senior management experience - Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Core Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Develop customs policy implementation strategies
- Align operational activities with national objectives
- Manage budget and resource allocation
Legal & Policy Management
- Interpret complex legislation for operational implementation
- Advise executives on tariff policy matters
- Coordinate international customs agreements
Organizational Development
- Lead multi-disciplinary policy teams
- Implement governance and compliance frameworks
- Drive continuous process improvements
Key Competencies
Essential Skills
- Advanced legislative interpretation
- Strategic planning & execution
- Stakeholder engagement
- Team leadership & development
Behavioral Attributes
- Ethical leadership
- Critical analysis
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Service-oriented mindset
Application Process
Submission Deadline: 11 July 2025
Submit applications through the SARS Career Portal
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