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SASSA Grants Administrator Jobs in Mpumalanga – 5 Posts

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is inviting applications for 5 Grants Administrator vacancies in the Mpumalanga Region. These are Salary Level 05 positions available at local offices in Bushbuckridge, Mkhondo, Albert Luthuli and Steve Tshwete.

Successful candidates will provide grant administration and customer care services, process grant applications, assist beneficiaries and perform important administrative duties.

SASSA Grants Administrator Vacancies

  • Organisation: SASSA
  • Position: Grants Administrator
  • Number of Posts: 5
  • Salary: R237,453 – R279,708 per annum
  • Salary Level: 05
  • Region: Mpumalanga
  • Closing Date: 8 September 2026
  • Application Method: Posted or hand delivered only
  • Email Applications: Not accepted

Available Grants Administrator Posts

Bushbuckridge District – 2 Posts

Bushbuckridge Local Office

  • Posts: 2
  • Reference: SAS/MPU/26/43

Gert Sibande District – 2 Posts

Mkhondo Local Office

  • Posts: 1
  • Reference: SAS/MPU/26/44

Albert Luthuli Local Office

  • Posts: 1
  • Reference: SAS/MPU/26/45

Nkangala District – 1 Post

Steve Tshwete Local Office

  • Posts: 1
  • Reference: SAS/MPU/26/46

SASSA Grants Administrator Requirements

Applicants must hold a relevant NQF Level 6 qualification recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Acceptable fields include:

  • Public Administration
  • Public Management
  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Development Studies
  • Finance
  • Accounting
  • Commerce
  • Social Sciences
  • Social Security
  • Law
  • Information Technology (IT)

Applicants with foreign qualifications must have their qualifications evaluated by SAQA before the selection process.

Grants Administrator Duties

The successful candidates will be responsible for a range of grant administration and customer service functions, including:

  • Providing grant customer care services to beneficiaries.
  • Screening grant applications.
  • Capturing grant applications accurately.
  • Performing beneficiary maintenance functions.
  • Administering medical bookings and assessments.
  • Providing off-site grant application services to clients.
  • Scanning and batching files.
  • Assisting beneficiaries with grant-related enquiries and processes.
  • Maintaining accurate administrative records.

Employment Equity Preferences

SASSA aims to promote representivity in terms of race, gender and disability when filling its vacancies. Preference may therefore be given to candidates whose appointment will promote representivity.

The advert specifies the following preferences:

  • Bushbuckridge: African Males / Indians / Whites.
  • Mkhondo: African Males / Indians / Whites / Persons with Disabilities.
  • Albert Luthuli: African Males / Indians / Whites / Persons with Disabilities.
  • Steve Tshwete: African Males / Indians / Whites.

Documents Required

Applicants must submit:

Your CV must include:

  • Details of your work experience.
  • Duties performed in each position.
  • Employment dates in MM/YY format.
  • Identity number.
  • Race and gender.
  • References with full contact details.

Applicants must quote the correct reference number and position name on their application.

Failure to comply with the application requirements may result in disqualification.

How to Apply for SASSA Grants Administrator Jobs

Important: SASSA will NOT accept emailed applications for these positions.

Applications must be posted or hand delivered to the relevant district office.

Bushbuckridge District

Attention: Manager: HCM
Postal Address: Private Bag X11230, Nelspruit, 1200

Hand Delivery:
Stand No. LG05 Bushbuckridge Mall, next to the Department of Home Affairs.

Enquiries: Ms. A. Ngomane / Mr. T.A. Mahlalela
Telephone: 013 754 9334 / 013 754 9423

Gert Sibande District

Attention: Manager: HCM
Postal Address: Private Bag X11230, Nelspruit, 1200

Hand Delivery:
Old Absa Building, 1st Floor, 35 Joubert Street, Ermelo, 2350.

Enquiries: Mr. M.W. Luphoko / Ms. S.I. Masina
Telephone: 017 285 0619 / 017 285 0616

Nkangala District

Attention: Manager: HCM
Postal Address: Private Bag X11230, Nelspruit, 1200

Hand Delivery:
No. 06 Athlone Street, Gerry Manns, Emalahleni, 1035.

Enquiries: Ms. M.T. Sibule / Mr. T.A. Mahlalela
Telephone: 013 285 0639 / 013 745 9423

Hand-delivered applications must reach the relevant office before 16:00.

Important Information for Applicants

All appointments are subject to compulsory pre-employment screening, which may include:

  • Qualification verification.
  • Reference checks.
  • ITC checks.
  • Criminal record checks.
  • Technical testing.
  • Competency assessments.
  • Security vetting.

SASSA staff are subjected to compulsory security vetting upon appointment.

SASSA is under no obligation to fill any advertised position.

Interviews may be conducted virtually, with arrangements communicated to shortlisted candidates.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you are not contacted within three months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

SASSA Grants Administrator Closing Date

The closing date for all five SASSA Grants Administrator vacancies is:

8 September 2026

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible and ensure that the correct reference number is quoted.

Apply for SASSA Jobs

If you hold an NQF Level 6 qualification in a relevant field and meet the requirements, this is an opportunity to join SASSA and contribute to the delivery of essential social security services.

Prepare your CV, New Z83 form, ID and qualifications, then submit your application by post or hand delivery before 8 September 2026.

For more information, visit the official SASSA website or contact the relevant district office.

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