Social Grant Administrator (16 Posts)
Position: Social Grant Administrator (16 Posts)
Employer: South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)
Position Overview
The Social Grant Administrator is responsible for managing and processing social grant applications at local offices of the South African Social Security Agency. The role involves assisting applicants, verifying submitted information, and ensuring that applications are captured and processed correctly.
The successful candidate will also provide support to the office through administrative duties while ensuring that all processes comply with relevant government policies and legislation.
Minimum Requirements
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Matric / Senior Certificate or equivalent (NQF Level 4)
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Higher qualification (NQF Level 6)
Preferred Requirements
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Valid driver’s license
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Previous experience in an administrative or clerical role
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee the administration of social grants at the local office
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Screen and process grant applications from applicants
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Capture grant application information accurately in the system
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Provide professional customer service to beneficiaries
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Manage and organise grant-related documents and records
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Conduct quality checks on submitted applications
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Ensure compliance with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Section 57
Important Information
Applicants will be required to undergo several pre-employment screening processes, including:
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Qualification verification
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Reference checks
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Credit history (ITC) checks
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Criminal background checks
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Technical and competency assessments
Candidates with foreign qualifications must have them evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) before the recruitment process.
The South African Social Security Agency follows an Employment Equity policy, and preference may be given to candidates who contribute to the organisation’s representivity targets in terms of race, gender, and disability.
Applicants with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional Notes
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Applications must be submitted via email; other submission methods will not be considered.
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All successful candidates will undergo security vetting before appointment.
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The agency reserves the right not to fill the advertised positions.
Closing Date
14 July 2025
Application Process
Interested candidates should email the following documents:
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Completed Z83 application form
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Updated CV
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Certified copies of qualifications
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Certified copy of ID
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Driver’s license (if applicable)
Ensure that the job title and reference number are included in the email subject line when submitting your application.
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Employer: South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)
Position: Grant Administrator (Level 05)
Salary: R228,321 – R268,950 per year (excluding benefits)
Positions Available – 16 Posts
Tshwane District
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Soshanguve / Hammanskraal Local Office – 2 Posts
Reference: GP/SAS 01/04/2026 -
Atteridgeville Local Office – 1 Post
Reference: GP/SAS 02/04/2026 -
Garankuwa / Mabopane Local Office – 1 Post
Reference: GP/SAS 03/04/2026
Johannesburg District
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Chiawelo / Soweto Local Office – 3 Posts
Reference: GP/SAS 04/04/2026 -
Johannesburg Local Office – 2 Posts
Reference: GP/SASA 05/04/2026
Ekurhuleni District
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Germiston Local Office – 2 Posts
Reference: GP/SAS 06/04/2026 -
Tembisa (Germiston) – 1 Post
Reference: GP/SAS 07/04/2026 -
Springs Local Office – 1 Post
Reference: GP/SAS 08/04/2026
Sedibeng District
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Vereeniging (Meyerton) Local Office – 1 Post
Reference: GP/SAS 09/04/2026
West Rand District
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Randfontein (Carltonville) Local Office – 1 Post
Reference: GP/SAS 10/04/2026 -
Roodepoort (Dobsonville) Local Office – 1 Post
Reference: GP/SAS 11/04/2026
Application Process (Gauteng Posts)
Applications must be submitted to the South African Social Security Agency using hand delivery or postal submission.
Hand Delivery Address:
SASSA Regional Office (Ground Floor)
222 Smit Street
Braamfontein
2017
Postal Address:
Attention: Human Capital Management
Private Bag X120
Marshalltown
2107
⚠️ Email applications will NOT be accepted for these positions.
Additional Post
Grant Administrator (Level 05) – 1 Post
Salary: R228,321 – R268,960 per year (excluding benefits)
Location: Sterkspruit
Reference Number: SAS 31/2026
Application Process (Eastern Cape Post)
Postal Address:
Attention: Human Capital Management
Private Bag X9001
Chiselhurst
5201
Hand Delivery Address:
BKB Building
Corner Fitzpatrick & Merino Road
Quigney
Applicants may also submit applications at the nearest SASSA office in the Eastern Cape.
