SASSA is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Social Grant Administrator. The successful candidate will support the administration and processing of social grant applications at a local office.

About the Position

The Social Grant Administrator will assist applicants throughout the grant application process, verify and capture information, maintain accurate records, and provide professional customer service. The position also involves general administrative duties and quality checks to ensure applications are handled correctly and in accordance with applicable requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Senior Certificate or an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 4.

• A higher qualification at NQF Level 6 may be required for the advertised position.

• A valid driver’s licence may be an advantage.

• Previous administrative or clerical experience will be beneficial.

Main Duties

The successful candidate may be responsible for:

• Administering social grant services at the local office.

• Receiving, screening and processing grant applications.

• Capturing applicant information accurately on the relevant system.

• Assisting applicants and providing professional customer service.

• Managing grant-related documents and general administrative duties.

• Conducting quality checks on applications.

• Performing duties in accordance with applicable legislation and financial management requirements.

Important Information for Applicants

Applicants must meet the requirements specified in the official vacancy advertisement and may be required to undergo pre-employment screening. These checks can include qualification verification, reference checks, credit/ITC checks, criminal record checks, technical assessments and competency assessments.

Candidates who obtained qualifications outside South Africa should have their qualifications evaluated by SAQA before the selection process.

SASSA is committed to employment equity and may give preference to candidates who contribute towards the agency’s representivity objectives. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Successful candidates will also be required to undergo the necessary security checks after appointment.

SASSA reserves the right not to fill an advertised position.

How to Apply

 

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit the required application documents as specified in the official vacancy notice.

Applicants should generally prepare:

• A fully completed and signed Z83 application form.

• An updated CV.

• Certified copies of required qualifications.

• A copy of their ID.

• A copy of a valid driver’s licence, where applicable.

Applications must be submitted by email, as specified in the official advertisement. Applicants should use the correct position title and reference number in the email subject line.

Closing date: 16 October 2026

Applicants are encouraged to carefully check the official vacancy notice for the correct email address, reference number, required documents and any additional conditions before submitting an application.

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SASSA Grants Administrator Vacancies – Application Details

Applicants interested in the advertised SASSA Grants Administrator vacancies should carefully check the reference number, location and application method for the position they wish to apply for.

North West Province – Grants Administrator Posts

Post 1

• Reference: SAS NW 19/2026

• Location: Kagisano Local Office, Ganyesa

• Closing date: 16 October 2026 at 16:00

Hand delivery:

• SASSA Office, Makwati Centre, Tosca Road, Ganyesa

• SASSA House, 210 Market Street, Vryburg

Post 2

• Reference: SAS NW 20/2026

• Location: Kagisano Local Office, Ganyesa

• Closing date: 16 October 2026 at 16:00

Hand delivery:

• SASSA Office, Makwati Centre, Tosca Road, Ganyesa

• SASSA House, 210 Market Street, Vryburg

Post 3

• Reference: SAS NW 21/2026

• Location: Sekhing Local Office, Sekhing

• Closing date: 16 October 2026 at 16:00

Hand delivery:

• SASSA Office, Stand No. 1066, KFC Road, Taung Station

• SASSA House, 210 Market Street, Vryburg

Post 4

• Reference: SAS NW 22/2026

• Location: Maquassi Hills Local Office, Wolmaransstad

• Closing date: 16 October 2026 at 16:00

Hand delivery:

• SASSA Office, 30 Kruger Street, Wolmaransstad

• Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Office, SASSA Office, 57 Emily Hobhouse Street, Corner Boom Street, Klerksdorp, 2571

Post 5

• Reference: SAS NW 23/2026

• Location: Moretele Local Office, Mathibestad

• Closing date: 16 October 2026 at 16:00

Hand delivery:

• SASSA Office, 4439 Mogodi Section, Mathibestad, next to Moretele Municipality

• Bojanala District, 17 Kgwebo Avenue, Mabe Park, Rustenburg, 0300

Post 6

• Reference: SAS NW 24/2026

• Location: Madibeng Local Office, Brits

• Closing date: 16 October 2026 at 16:00

Hand delivery:

• SASSA Office, Hagels Building, 11 Tom Street, Brits

• Bojanala District, 17 Kgwebo Avenue, Mabe Park, Rustenburg, 0300

Application Documents – North West Posts

Applicants should prepare the required documents before submitting their applications:

• Comprehensive CV.

• Fully completed New Z83 application form.

• Valid certified National Senior Certificate.

• Certified NQF Level 6/7 qualification, where applicable.

• Copy of other required supporting documents.

• The relevant reference number and position name must be clearly quoted.

Applicants should verify all requirements in the official vacancy notice before submitting their applications.

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Mpumalanga – Grants Administrator Vacancies

There are 5 Grants Administrator positions available at the following local offices:

Salary

Salary Level 05: R237,453 – R279,708 per annum, excluding benefits.

Minimum Qualification

Applicants should have a relevant NQF Level 6 qualification recognised by SAQA in one of the following areas:

• Public Administration

• Public Management

• Business Administration

• Economics

• Development Studies

• Finance

• Accounting

• Commerce

• Social Sciences

• Social Security

• Law

• Information Technology (IT)

Application Documents

Applications should include:

• Comprehensive CV.

• Completed New Z83 application form.

• Copy of ID.

• Copies of relevant academic qualifications.

• Relevant reference number and position name.

Email applications will not be accepted. Applications must be submitted by post or hand delivered to the relevant office.

Bushbuckridge District

Attention: Manager: HCM

Postal Address:
Private Bag X11230
Nelspruit
1200

Hand Delivery:
Stand No. LG05 Bushbuckridge Mall
Next to Department of Home Affairs

Gert Sibande District

Attention: Manager: HCM

Postal Address:
Private Bag X11230
Nelspruit
1200

Hand Delivery:
Old Absa Building, 1st Floor
35 Joubert Street
Ermelo
2350

Nkangala District

Attention: Manager: HCM

Postal Address:
Private Bag X11230
Nelspruit
1200

Hand Delivery:
No. 06 Athlone Street
Gerry Manns
Emalahleni
1035

Submission Deadline

For hand-delivered applications, candidates should ensure that their applications reach the relevant office before 16:00 on the applicable closing date.

Important: Applicants should carefully confirm the closing date, reference number, qualification requirements and submission address in the official SASSA vacancy advertisement before submitting their applications. Incomplete or incorrectly submitted applications may not be considered.