SASSA Senior Grant Administrators for 2025

SASSA Senior Grant Administrators for 2025. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) promotes social justice by efficiently and compassionately distributing social subsidies. The Senior Grant Administrators are at the core of this service delivery paradigm, ensuring that grants are processed smoothly, administrative integrity is maintained, and millions of poor South Africans receive critical help. These positions are critical to SASSA’s dedication to transparency, service quality, and citizen empowerment.

POSITION: SENIOR GRANTS ADMINISTRATORS (LEVEL 07)

SALARY: R325 101 – R382 959 p.a. Exclusive of benefits

LOCATION: Thabong Local Office (Ref No: SAS FS 0854/25)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Candidates should have a Senior Certificate plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) approved by SAQA in the relevant discipline, combined with three years of experience in Grants Administration.
Computer literacy and a valid driver’s licence are required.

DUTIES:

• The incumbent will verify grant applications (approved).
• Oversee the quality of the administration of social handouts.
• Grant Administrators assist Grant Administrators on grant-related rules and practices, as well as manage workers at the Local Office level.
• Check the completeness of documents and supporting documents; verify applications and perform means testing.
• Accept or reject applications.
• Process additional grant documentation.
• Perform other grant value chain functions.
• Responsibilities include overseeing social grant administration, advising on policies and processes.
• Managing staff performance and resources.
• Ensuring compliance with Section 57 of the Public Finance Management Act (PMFA, Chapter 6, Part 3).

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TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

The candidate must demonstrate a thorough awareness of applicable law, policy, procedure, standards, and norms pertaining to the Social Assistance Grant application process (the complete grants value chain).

Why Join SASSA Senior Grant Administrators?

Joining SASSA as a Senior Grant Administrator provides a meaningful job that allows you to contribute to social development and have a direct influence on communities around South Africa. You’ll be part of a team that ensures the effective and humane distribution of social subsidies, maintains administrative integrity, and empowers disadvantaged residents. This position offers chances for skill development, career promotion, and the satisfaction of providing important social services.

APPLICATIONS:

Applications for the mentioned vacancies must be submitted to ApplicationKarabelo@sassa.gov.za

Applicants should submit their applications (New Z83). CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE NEW Z83 APPLICATION FORM, and attach your highest qualification, mentioning the applicable reference number and position name from the advertisement.

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Impact on Society

SASSA’s performance is heavily dependent on the work of Senior Grant Administrators. Their capacity to properly handle grant procedures results in real-world advantages for millions of people who rely on them for survival. Whether assisting an elderly woman in receiving her old-age grant or processing a disability application for a vulnerable youth, their role is both meaningful and rewarding.

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In an era when service delivery is under severe public scrutiny, SASSA’s Senior Grant Administrators demonstrate devotion and a people-first approach. They remain the unsung heroes of South Africa’s social welfare safety net.

CLOSING DATE: 01 AUGUST 2025

Enquiries: Mr M Choane Tel: 051 410 8477