Grant Administrator (x5) – Eastern Cape Region | SASSA Careers
Organization: South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)
Salary: R228,321 – R268,960 per annum (excluding benefits)
Locations & Reference Numbers:
- Gqeberha (3 posts) – Ref No: SAS 27/2025
- Lusikisiki (Bizana) – Ref No: SAS 28/2025
- Mthatha – Ref No: SAS 29/2025
Closing Date: 24 October 2025
About SASSA
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is a dynamic organization dedicated to providing essential social support services across the country. With modern, well-equipped offices nationwide, SASSA offers an environment that fosters achievement, growth, and professional development.
Position Overview
SASSA is seeking Grant Administrators to join its Eastern Cape regional offices. The successful candidates will be responsible for delivering efficient grant administration and customer service to beneficiaries.
Minimum Requirements
- A recognized undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) in one of the following fields:
Public Administration, Business Administration, Economics, Development Studies, Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Social Sciences, or Social Security. - Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Computer literacy and the ability to work with digital systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional grant customer care and support services.
- Screen, capture, and maintain grant application data.
- Coordinate medical bookings and assessments for applicants.
- Offer off-site grant application assistance to clients in need.
- Perform scanning, filing, and batching of grant documentation.
Employment Equity Targets
Preference will be given to youth and candidates meeting the following Employment Equity (EE) requirements:
| Location | EE Preference |
|---|---|
| Gqeberha | African Male/PWD, Coloured Male, White Male |
| Lusikisiki | African Male/PWD, African Female, Coloured Male |
| Mthatha | African Male/PWD, African Female, Coloured Male |
Important Notes
- All shortlisted candidates will undergo pre-employment screening, including qualification verification, reference checks, ITC, criminal record, and competency assessments.
- Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) before the selection process.
- SASSA reserves the right not to fill the advertised posts.
- Only postal or hand-delivered applications will be accepted for these positions (no email submissions).
Application Process
Submit your CV, new Z83 form, and a copy of your highest qualification, quoting the reference number and position title.
Applications must include:
- Detailed employment history (with MM/YY for each position).
- Identity number, race, gender, and references with contact details.
- Medical proof if applying as a person with a disability.
Submit to:
Postal Address:
Attention: Human Capital Management
Private Bag X9001, Chiselhurst, East London, 5201
OR Hand Deliver To:
BKB Building, Corner Fitzpatrick & Merino Road, Quigney, East London
or the nearest SASSA office within the Eastern Cape.
Enquiries:
- Ms Z. Kumbula – 043 707 6390
- Ms T. Mdaka-Booi – 043 707 6425
- Ms P. Ndengane – 043 707 6421
If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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