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๐ŸŒŸ Now Hiring: Grant Administrators (x5 Positions)

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Location: Various Locations
Job Type Classification: Permanent
Closing Date: 24 October 2025
Salary: R228,321 – R268,960 per annum (excluding benefits)

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🌟 Now Hiring: Grant Administrators (x5 Positions)

Department: South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) – Eastern Cape Region
Salary: R228,321 – R268,960 per annum (excluding benefits)
Salary Level: 5
Closing Date: 24 October 2025

📍 Available Positions and Locations

SASSA is offering five (5) exciting permanent positions for Grant Administrators in the Eastern Cape province. Successful candidates will play a vital role in ensuring efficient and effective delivery of social assistance services to communities.

Available Posts:

  • Gqeberha (3 Posts) – Ref No: SAS 27/2025
  • Lusikisiki (Bizana) (1 Post) – Ref No: SAS 28/2025
  • Mthatha (1 Post) – Ref No: SAS 29/2025

If you are passionate about community service, administration, and making a difference in people’s lives, this opportunity is for you!

🎓 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must possess the following qualifications and skills:

  • A recognised undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) as accredited by SAQA in one of the following fields:
    • Public Administration
    • Business Administration
    • Economics
    • Development Studies
    • Finance / Accounting / Commerce
    • Social Sciences / Social Security

This is an entry- to mid-level opportunity ideal for young professionals with administrative and service delivery skills who wish to grow within the public sector.

💼 Key Duties and Responsibilities

As a Grant Administrator, you will be responsible for supporting the SASSA mission of delivering reliable social grants to qualifying citizens. Your duties will include:

  • Providing excellent customer care service to grant beneficiaries and applicants.
  • Screening and capturing grant applications accurately, including all beneficiary maintenance functions.
  • Administering medical bookings and assessments where required for disability and related grants.
  • Delivering off-site grant application services to ensure accessibility for clients in rural and remote areas.
  • Scanning, batching, and managing grant files for proper documentation and record-keeping.

These responsibilities require individuals who are detail-oriented, people-focused, and capable of working efficiently under pressure.

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🌈 Employment Equity and Preference

SASSA is committed to employment equity and representivity in the workplace. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups as outlined below:

Gqeberha: African Male/PWD; Coloured Male; White Male
Lusikisiki: African Male/PWD; African Female; Coloured Male
Mthatha: African Male/PWD; African Female; Coloured Male

PWD = Persons with Disabilities

SASSA strongly encourages youth, people with disabilities, and previously disadvantaged individuals to apply.

🛡️ Important Application Notes

Before applying, please take note of the following:

  • All appointments are subject to pre-employment screening, which includes:
    • Qualification verification
    • Reference and ITC checks
    • Criminal record screening
    • Technical and competency assessments
  • Applicants with foreign qualifications must have them evaluated by SAQA before the selection process.
  • SASSA reserves the right not to fill any post after the advertisement.
  • All SASSA staff are required to undergo security clearance upon appointment.

📑 How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit a comprehensive application package that includes:

  1. A fully completed and signed New Z83 Form (available at any government office or online at www.dpsa.gov.za).
  2. A detailed CV clearly outlining:
    • All relevant work experience (with start and end dates – MM/YY format)
    • ID number, race, and gender
    • Contact details of at least three references
  3. A certified copy of the highest qualification

Please note: Copies of ID, driver’s license, and certificates will be requested only from shortlisted candidates.
Persons with disabilities must attach medical proof confirming their condition.

📬 Submission Details

Applications for the Grant Administrator posts must be sent to:

Attention: Human Capital Management
Postal Address:
Private Bag X9001, Chiselhurst, East London, 5201

OR Hand Deliver To:
BKB Building, Corner Fitzpatrick & Merino Road, Quigney, East London
OR submit to the nearest SASSA office within the Eastern Cape.

🛑 No email applications will be accepted.

💡 Why Join SASSA?

At SASSA, you will be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of millions of South Africans. This position offers you the chance to gain valuable government administration experience, grow professionally, and contribute meaningfully to social development.

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