SASSA Grants Administrator Vacancies: Two Posts Available in North West

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The South African Social Security Agency is inviting suitably qualified applicants to apply for two Grants Administrator vacancies in the North West province.

The vacancies are available at the Ramotshere Local Office in the Ngaka Modiri Molema District and the Sekhing Local Office in Phokwane, situated within the Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District.

Successful candidates will earn between R237 453 and R279 708 per year, excluding employment benefits.

Applicants must note that applications for these two Grants Administrator posts must be delivered by hand. Email applications will not be accepted for reference numbers SAS NW 13/2026 and SAS NW 14/26.

The closing date is 7 August 2026.

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SASSA Grants Administrator Vacancies

Vacancy detail	Information
Employer	South African Social Security Agency
Position	Grants Administrator
Number of posts	Two
Province	North West
Salary	R237 453 – R279 708 per annum
Benefits	Salary excludes employment benefits
Minimum qualification	Senior Certificate and relevant NQF Level 6 qualification
Driver’s licence	Essential
Computer literacy	Essential
Application method	Hand delivery only
Closing date	7 August 2026

Available Grants Administrator Positions

Grants Administrator: Ramotshere Local Office

District: Ngaka Modiri Molema District
Office: Ramotshere Local Office
Reference number: SAS NW 13/2026
Number of posts: One

Grants Administrator: Sekhing Local Office

District: Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District
Office: Sekhing Local Office, Phokwane
Reference number: SAS NW 14/26
Number of posts: One

Applicants must quote the correct position name and reference number on the new Z83 application form.

Salary

The salary for the Grants Administrator positions is:

R237 453 – R279 708 per annum, excluding benefits.

The exact salary offered may depend on the applicable public-sector remuneration requirements and the successful candidate’s appointment conditions.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must have:

A Senior Certificate or Grade 12 qualification.
A recognised undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 6.
Computer literacy.
A valid driver’s licence.

The undergraduate qualification must be recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority and may be in one of the following fields:

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

Applicants who obtained qualifications outside South Africa must have those qualifications evaluated by SAQA before the selection process.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to arrange the SAQA evaluation of foreign qualifications.

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful candidates will provide social grant administration and customer-care services at local office level.

Responsibilities will include:

Providing grant customer-care services at the local office.
Assisting social grant applicants and beneficiaries.
Screening grant applications.
Capturing grant applications on the relevant systems.
Performing beneficiary maintenance functions.
Administering medical assessment bookings.
Assisting with the administration of medical assessments.
Providing off-site grant application services to clients.
Scanning social grant files.
Batching and organising grant files.
Performing general grant administration functions.
Conducting quality-control checks on grant applications.
Ensuring that grant applications meet the required administrative standards.
Ensuring adherence to Section 57 of the Public Finance Management Act.
Complying with Chapter 6, Part 3 of the PFMA.
Protecting confidential applicant and beneficiary information.
Ensuring that records and applications are processed accurately.

Applicants should be comfortable working directly with members of the public and handling sensitive personal information.

Employment Equity Targets

SASSA is an equal-opportunity employer. Preference may be given to candidates whose appointment will help the Agency achieve its employment equity targets.

Ramotshere Local Office: SAS NW 13/2026

The employment equity targets are:

Persons with disabilities
African male candidates
White male candidates

Sekhing Local Office: SAS NW 14/26

The employment equity targets are:

African male candidates
Coloured male candidates
White male candidates

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Meeting an employment equity target does not replace the requirement to meet the minimum qualifications and other requirements of the position.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit a complete application containing the required Z83 form, curriculum vitae and supporting documents.

Applications for the Ramotshere and Sekhing Grants Administrator posts must be delivered by hand to the relevant address.

Important Application Method

Only hand-delivered applications will be accepted for the following posts:

SAS NW 13/2026: Ramotshere Local Office
SAS NW 14/26: Sekhing Local Office

Applicants must not email applications for these two Grants Administrator vacancies.

Applications delivered to the wrong address may not be considered.

Documents Required

Applications must include:

A completed and signed new Z83 application form.
A comprehensive and updated curriculum vitae.
The correct position name.
The relevant vacancy reference number.
Full employment history.
The dates of appointment for every previous position.
Employment dates written in month-and-year format.
A description of the duties performed in each position.
The applicant’s identity number.
Race information.
Gender information.
The validity period of the applicant’s driver’s licence.
References with full contact details.
A valid certified copy of the National Senior Certificate.
A valid certified copy of the relevant NQF Level 6 or NQF Level 7 qualification.

Applicants must make sure that the information supplied in their CV is complete and accurate.

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

Application Address for Ramotshere Local Office

Applications for SAS NW 13/2026 must be hand-delivered to:

SASSA House
26 Garett Maritz Street
Next to FNB
Zeerust
2865

Enquiries: Ms B. Tikane
Telephone: 018 397 3803

Applicants must clearly quote:

Position: Grants Administrator
Reference number: SAS NW 13/2026

Application Address for Sekhing Local Office

Applications for SAS NW 14/26 must be hand-delivered to:

SASSA House
210 Market Street
Vryburg
Between Top Car and Kia Garage

Enquiries: Ms L. Dlamini
Telephone: 053 928 6729

Applicants must clearly quote:

Position: Grants Administrator
Reference number: SAS NW 14/26

Application Emails Listed in the Advert

The original SASSA vacancy notice also lists the following application email addresses:

Reference Number SAS NW 11/26

Application email: LeratoMakgongwanaApplications@sassa.gov.za
Enquiries: Ms L. Makgongwana
Telephone: 018 397 3364

Reference Number SAS NW 12/26

Application email: tinymoapplication@sassa.gov.za
Enquiries: Ms T. Mogonediwa
Telephone: 018 397 3310

These email addresses are linked to reference numbers SAS NW 11/26 and SAS NW 12/26.

They must not be used to apply for the Grants Administrator positions under reference numbers SAS NW 13/2026 and SAS NW 14/26.

The Grants Administrator vacancies at Ramotshere and Sekhing only accept hand-delivered applications.

Important Application Instructions

Applicants must ensure that their applications are sent or delivered to the correct address for the relevant reference number.

Applications submitted to an incorrect email address or physical address will not be considered.

Applicants should:

Use the new Z83 application form.
Quote the correct reference number.
Quote the correct position name.
Provide a detailed CV.
Include employment dates in month-and-year format.
Include full reference contact details.
Submit the required certified qualification copies.
Ensure that all information is accurate.
Deliver the application before the closing date.

Incomplete applications may be disqualified.

Interview Process

Interviews may be conducted through a virtual platform.

SASSA will discuss the interview arrangements directly with each shortlisted applicant.

Candidates should ensure that their telephone numbers and email addresses are correct and active.

Pre-Employment Screening

The appointment of successful candidates will be subject to compulsory pre-employment screening.

Screening may include:

Qualification verification.
Reference checks.
Credit or ITC checks.
Criminal record checks.
Verification of personal information.
Verification of employment history.
Security vetting.

All SASSA employees are subject to compulsory security vetting when appointed.

Providing false, misleading or incomplete information may result in an application being rejected or an appointment being withdrawn.

Equal-Opportunity Statement

SASSA is an equal-opportunity employer.

Preference may be given to candidates whose appointment will help the Agency achieve the employment equity targets contained in its Employment Equity Plan.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

SASSA reserves the right not to fill a position after it has been advertised.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is:

7 August 2026

Applicants should submit their applications before the closing date. Late applications may not be accepted.

Because applications for these posts must be delivered by hand, candidates should avoid waiting until the final day.

Communication With Applicants

Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates.

Applicants who have not been contacted within three months after the closing date should accept that their applications were unsuccessful.

Three months after the closing date of 7 August 2026 will be approximately 7 November 2026.

Why You Should Consider Applying

The Grants Administrator role offers qualified candidates an opportunity to gain or expand experience in:

Public administration.
Social security services.
Customer care.
Application processing.
Records management.
Public finance compliance.
Government administration.
Community service delivery.

The position may suit graduates with qualifications in public administration, finance, accounting, economics, law, information technology, commerce, social sciences or related fields.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Grants Administrator posts are available?

Two Grants Administrator posts are available.

Where are the vacancies located?

The posts are based at the Ramotshere Local Office and Sekhing Local Office in North West.

What is the salary?

The salary is between R237 453 and R279 708 per annum, excluding benefits.

Is Grade 12 required?

Yes. Applicants must have a Senior Certificate or Grade 12 qualification.

Is a tertiary qualification required?

Yes. Applicants must have a relevant undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 6 recognised by SAQA.

Is computer literacy required?

Yes. Computer literacy is an essential requirement.

Is a driver’s licence required?

Yes. A valid driver’s licence is essential.

Can I apply by email?

Not for the two Grants Administrator positions.

Applications for SAS NW 13/2026 and SAS NW 14/26 must be delivered by hand.

What are the listed email addresses for?

LeratoMakgongwanaApplications@sassa.gov.za is listed for SAS NW 11/26.

tinymoapplication@sassa.gov.za is listed for SAS NW 12/26.

These emails are not the application channels for the two Grants Administrator posts covered in this article.

What documents must be included?

Applicants must submit the new Z83 form, a comprehensive CV, certified copies of the Senior Certificate and relevant NQF Level 6 or Level 7 qualification, as well as all other information requested in the advert.

Will everyone receive a response?

No. SASSA will communicate only with shortlisted candidates.

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