SASSA is hiring for Grants Administrator positions in 2026, offering stable jobs in South Africa’s social grants system. These roles support local offices in the Northern Cape and come with a competitive salary. If you have the right qualifications, now is the time to apply for SASSA Grants Administrator Vacancies 2026.
Available Positions
SASSA has two Grants Administrator: Grants Administration openings at Salary Level 05. These jobs are in the ZF Mgcawu District. One position is at the Paballelo Local Office with reference number SAS NC26/05/02. The other is at the Danielskuil Local Office with reference number SAS NC26/05/03.
Salary and Benefits
Each role pays between R237 453 and R279 708 per year. This amount excludes benefits. The positions help with daily grant administration tasks at local offices.
Minimum Requirements
You need a Senior Certificate. You also need an undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 6 from SAQA. Fields include Public Administration, Public Management, Business Administration, Economics, Development Studies, Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Social Sciences, Social Security, Law, or Information Technology. Computer skills are a must.
Duties and Responsibilities
In these jobs, you will screen and capture grant applications. You will provide off-site grant services and handle medical bookings and assessments. Other tasks include scanning files, processing documents, quality checks on applications, and following Section 57 of the Public Finance Management Act.
Employment Equity Preference
SASSA gives preference to certain groups. For Paballelo Local Office, it starts with PWD/Coloured Male, then White Male, African Male, Indian Male, Indian Female, or White Female. The same order applies to Danielskuil Local Office.
Important Notes
All hires face pre-employment checks like qualification verification, references, ITC, and criminal records. Foreign qualifications need SAQA evaluation. SASSA staff get security vetting. No faxed applications. Only shortlisted candidates hear back within three months. Follow instructions or get disqualified.
How to Apply
Use postal or hand delivery only. Submit a full CV and new Z83 form with the reference number and job name. Include qualifications, experience with dates and duties, ID number, race, gender, and contactable references. Send to: Attention: Human Capital Management, Private Bag X5911, Upington 8800. Or hand deliver to 46 Schroder Street, Upington before 16h00. Closing date is 29 May 2026. For queries, call Ms Claudia Swayi at 054 337 0447. Visit SASSA’s site for more.
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