SASSA Grants Administrator Vacancies : The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is currently hiring professionals for 10 posts of Grants Administrator spread across the key regions of South Africa. Thus, this creates the unprecedented opportunity to positively impact the lives of millions of citizens by ensuring much-needed social grants are being properly and fairly paid out.
What Is A Grants Administrator?
Some of the typical duties of a Grants Administrator at SASSA include:
- Receiving and processing applications for grants
- Conducting eligibility verification through documentation and interviews
- Entering data into the SASSA system with complete integrity
- Providing clear and compassionate assistance to applicants
- Ensuring compliance with policies such as the PFMA and social grant regulations.
Attention to detail, compassionate nature, and administrative accuracy are key to this position as these help restore dignity and trust in SASSA service delivery.
Locations And Open Positions
Ten permanent posts at Level 05 are being offered, with a highly competitive remuneration range of R228,321 to R268,950 p.a. (exclusive of benefits). The vacancies are situated at:
- Soweto (Chiawelo) – two posts
- Tshwane (Mamelodi, Atteridgeville, Bronkhorstspruit)
- Eastern Cape (Gqeberha x2, Graaff-Reinet, Cala, Sterkspruit, Engcobo, Butterworth, Mthatha, Qumbu).
These positions offer great internships spreading between the local offices and community service-making you almost at the frontline of the social security interface of South Africa.
Who Can Apply SASSA Grants Administrator Vacancies?
Requirements:
- Must have a Senior Certificate (NQF Level 4) or equivalent.
- Must be computer literate, to enter and manage data into computer systems.
- Must possess excellent customer relations, communication, and administration skills.
- Must have a valid driver’s licence and clerical work experience (advantageous but not compulsory).
Administrative, social service, or business backgrounds would rate highly, but it is reasonable entry-level reach for those without, who have acquired a firm skill base.
How To Apply For SASSA Jobs?
Applications shall include the newly-acquired Z83 form, a detailed CV, certified copies of ID, and certificates and shall be submitted on or before the closing date (06 June 2025 for Gauteng positions; 03 June for Eastern Cape).
Gauteng applications may be hand-delivered to:
- SASSA Regional Office, Braamfontein, or the appropriate regional office.
- The Eastern Cape application needs to be sent to the stipulated local offices.
Any late or incomplete applications will never be considered, and the correct references for each post must be quoted.
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