SASSA Invites Suitable Applicants to Apply for Their Grants Administrator Vacancies (X10 Posts). The Closing Date for Applications is 14 July 2025.
If you’ve been looking for a real government job with long-term growth and job security, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is officially hiring 10 new Grants Administrators across different regions. This is your chance to work in public service, help real people every day, and build a career in a stable government job.
Whether you’re just out of college or looking for a fresh start in a new role, these jobs offer permanent or long-term contracts, training opportunities, and real career growth. And the best part? You don’t need a lot of experience to apply.
Why Is SASSA Hiring So Many People?
SASSA is South Africa’s main social grant organization. With millions of people depending on them every month, they need more trained staff to help meet the growing demand for services. These 10 new jobs are part of a bigger plan to reach more communities, especially in rural and under-served areas.
There are also more types of grants being introduced, and the systems are becoming more modern and digital. That means more administrators are needed to make sure the work gets done fast and correctly. These positions are not just jobs—they are a mission to help people in need.
Available Job Positions: Grants Administrator (Level 05)
Salary:
From R228,321 to R268,950 per year (excluding benefits)
Location & Reference Numbers:
- Richmond (Pixley Ka Seme District) – Ref: SAS NC25/06/09
- Deben (John Taolo Gaetsewe District) – Ref: SAS NC25/06/10
- Kakamas (ZF Mgcawu District) – Ref: SAS NC25/06/11
- Polokwane (Capricorn District) – Ref: SAS 06/06/2025
- Blouberg – Ref: 07/06/2025
- Lepelle Nkumpi – Ref: SAS 08/06/2025
- Mokgalakwena (Waterberg District) – Ref: SAS 09/06/2025
- Lephalale – Ref: SAS 10/06/2025
- Greater Letaba (Mopani District) – Ref: SAS 11/06/2025
- Makhuduthamaga (Sekhukhune District) – Ref: SAS 12/06/2025
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Grants Administrator, your job will be to help people apply for grants and make sure their details are correct. You’ll also support the team with admin tasks like scanning documents and managing files.
Your duties include:
- Helping clients at the office with their grant questions
- Checking and capturing new applications
- Making bookings for medical assessments
- Visiting other areas to take grant services closer to the people
- Filing, scanning, and organizing grant files
- Making sure all information is updated and correct
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for this job, you’ll need:
- Matric (Senior Certificate / NQF Level 4)
- National Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6 or 7)
- Basic computer skills (very important)
Bonus Advantage (Not Required):
- A valid driver’s license
- Any experience in admin or clerical work
What Makes This Job Worth It?
- Stable Salary: Earn a solid government salary with increases over time.
- Training & Mentorship: SASSA offers guidance and training to help you grow.
- Career Growth: Start in admin and grow into senior roles or project teams.
- Community Impact: You’ll be helping real people get access to life-saving grants.
- Work-Life Balance: Most positions are office-based with regular work hours.
How to Apply
To apply, you need:
- A completed Z83 Form – Download the editable form
- A full, updated CV
- Copies of your ID and qualifications
- Make sure you use the correct reference number for the position you’re applying for
Submit your application to the correct region:
- Regional Office: Email to:
[email protected]– Enquiries: Ms Nelisiwe Cele – Tel: (053) 802 4956 - Pixley Ka Seme District: Post to Private Bag X1015, De Aar, 7000 OR hand deliver to Liebenhof Building, Cnr McIvor & Voortrekker Street – Enquiries: Ms Emelly Booysen – Tel: (027) 285 0005
- ZF Mgcawu District: Post to Private Bag X5911, Upington, 8800 OR hand deliver to 46 Schroder Street – Enquiries: Ms Claudia Swayi – Tel: (054) 337 0447
- John Taolo Gaetsewe District: Post to Private Bag X1534, Kuruman, 8460 OR hand deliver to 13–17 Main Road, Mahindra Building – Enquiries: Ms Gomolemo Lekgetho – Tel: (053) 285 0433
Closing Date: 14 July 2025
Important: Late applications will not be accepted. Apply now to secure your chance!
Final Thoughts
This is your chance to join a powerful organization that helps millions of South Africans every year. If you have the right qualifications and you want to work in a career that matters, this is the perfect opportunity. With great pay, growth potential, and a real purpose behind the work, a job at SASSA can be the start of something big for your future.