Grant Administrators Vacancies (X12 Posts) โ€“ South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)

Grant Administrators Vacancies (X12 Posts) โ€“ South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)

Salary Level 05 | Gauteng & Mpumalanga Regions
Closing Dates: 27 January 2026 & 06 February 2026

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for Grant Administrator positions across Gauteng and Mpumalanga regions. These roles form part of SASSAโ€™s commitment to delivering efficient and dignified social assistance services to eligible beneficiaries.


Job Title

Grant Administrator (Salary Level 05)

Total Posts

12 Posts


Locations & Reference Numbers

Gauteng Region โ€“ X5 Posts

  • Midrand Local Office (Alexander) โ€“ Johannesburg District
  • Midrand Local Office โ€“ Johannesburg District
  • Diepkloof (Soweto/Orlando) โ€“ Johannesburg District
  • Mamelodi Local Office โ€“ Tshwane District
  • Germiston (Tembisa/Winnie Mandela) Local Office โ€“ Ekurhuleni District

Mpumalanga Region โ€“ X7 Posts

Ehlanzeni, Gert Sibande, Bushbuckridge & Nkangala Districts

  • Mkhondo Local Office โ€“ Gert Sibande District (X1)
  • Govan Mbeki Local Office โ€“ Gert Sibande District (X1)
  • Mbombela Local Office โ€“ Ehlanzeni District (X2)
  • Bushbuckridge Local Office โ€“ Bushbuckridge District (X2)
  • Dr JS Moroka Local Office โ€“ Nkangala District (X1)

Salary

R228 321 โ€“ R268 950 per annum (excluding benefits)


Minimum Requirements

  • Qualification at NQF Level 6 recognised by SAQA in one of the following fields:
    • Public Administration
    • Public Management
    • Business Administration
    • Economics
    • Development Studies
    • Finance / Accounting
    • Commerce
    • Social Sciences
    • Social Security
    • Law
    • Information Technology
  • Computer literacy is essential

Added Advantage

  • Valid driverโ€™s licence
  • Administrative or clerical experience

Key Duties

  • Provide grant customer care services
  • Screen and capture grant applications accurately
  • Perform beneficiary maintenance functions
  • Administer medical bookings and assessments
  • Provide off-site grant application services
  • Scan and batch grant documentation

Employment Equity

Preference will be given in line with SASSAโ€™s Employment Equity Plan, with specific consideration for Persons with Disabilities (PWD) and designated groups as indicated per district.


Important Notes

  • Appointment is subject to pre-employment screening, including qualification verification, criminal record checks, ITC checks, and security vetting
  • Only hand-delivered or posted applications will be accepted (no emailed applications for these posts)
  • SASSA reserves the right not to fill the advertised posts

How to Apply

Submit a comprehensive CV, completed new Z83 form, and certified copies of qualifications and ID, quoting the correct reference number, to the relevant SASSA Regional Office as indicated in the advert.

Applications must be submitted before 16:00 on the closing date.


Closing Dates

  • Mpumalanga Region: 27 January 2026
  • Gauteng Region: 06 February 2026

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