Organisation: South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)
Region: Gauteng
Position Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 19 January 2026

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Introduction

South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) invites applications from suitably qualified South African citizens for two (2) Grant Administrator positions in the Gauteng Region. These roles form part of SASSA’s commitment to delivering efficient, fair, and accessible social assistance services to communities across South Africa.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with strong administrative skills who are passionate about public service, customer care, and social development, and who can operate effectively in high-volume service environments.

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Job Title

Grant Administrator (x2)

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Duty Stations & References

• Germiston (Tembisa) – Ekurhuleni District
  Reference: GP/SAS 01/01/2026
• Diepkloof – Soweto (Orlando) – Johannesburg District
  Reference: GP/SAS 02/01/2026

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Salary

• Annual Salary: R228,321 – R268,950 per annum (excluding benefits)

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Role Purpose

The Grant Administrator provides frontline grant services to beneficiaries, ensuring accurate processing, assessment, and administration of social grant applications in line with SASSA policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.

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Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional grant customer services to clients
• Screen, capture, and process grant applications accurately
• Maintain beneficiary records and perform beneficiary maintenance functions
• Administer medical bookings and assessments where required
• Deliver off-site grant application services to communities
• Scan, batch, and manage grant application files
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold service standards at all times

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Minimum Requirements

• Relevant qualification at NQF Level 6 as recognised by SAQA in one of the following fields:
  • Public Administration
  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Development Studies
  • Finance / Accounting
  • Commerce
  • Social Sciences / Social Security
• Computer literacy (essential)

Applicants with foreign qualifications must ensure SAQA evaluation prior to selection.

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Employment Equity & Preferences

SASSA is committed to employment equity and representativity in terms of race, gender, disability, and youth.

Preference will be given to:

• Germiston (Tembisa): Persons with Disabilities (PWD)
• Diepkloof – Soweto (Orlando): African Male / PWD, followed by White Female and Indian Male

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Pre-Employment Screening

Appointment is subject to compulsory security vetting, including:

• Qualification verification
• Reference checks
• Criminal record checks
• ITC checks

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Application Requirements

Applications must include:

• Comprehensive CV (with duties, dates, and references)
• Completed New Z83 Application Form
• Certified copy of highest qualification
• South African ID copy

Failure to comply with the above requirements may result in disqualification.

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How to Apply

Applications must be hand delivered only (no email applications accepted).

Hand Delivery Address

SASSA Regional Office (Ground Floor)
222 Smit Street
Braamfontein
Johannesburg, 2017

Postal Address

Attention: Human Capital Management
Private Bag X120
Marshalltown, 2107

👉 Quote the correct reference number and position title on your application.

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Enquiries

• Ms MT Malivha: 011 241 8563
• Ms T Makatu: 011 241 8357

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Important Disclaimer

This website is not the hiring organisation. We share publicly available vacancy information for awareness purposes only. No application fees are charged, and applicants should submit applications only through official SASSA channels.

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Closing Notes

• Closing Date: 19 January 2026
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• If you are not contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful