The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for the Senior Grant Administrator vacancy at the Molemole Local Office in Limpopo.
Vacancy Application Closing Date: 24 September 2026
Vacancy Location: Capricorn District, Molemole Local Office, Limpopo, South Africa
SASSA Senior Grant Administrator Vacancy 2026
SASSA is recruiting a Senior Grant Administrator at Level 07 for the Molemole Local Office in the Capricorn District.
Applicants who previously applied for this position are advised to re-apply, as previous applications will not be considered.
Vacancy Overview
Organisation: South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)
Position: Senior Grant Administrator
Level: 07
Reference Number: SAS LP01/09/2026
Location: Capricorn District – Molemole Local Office
Salary: R338,106 – R398,277 per annum, excluding benefits
Closing Date: 24 September 2026
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have a Senior Certificate together with an undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 6, recognised by SAQA, in one of the following fields:
Public Administration, Business Administration, Economics, Development Studies, Finance, Accounting, Social Sciences or Social Security.
Candidates must also have:
Three years’ experience in Social Security
Computer literacy
and
A valid driver’s licence
Key Duties
The successful candidate will be responsible for quality assurance and checking the completeness of supporting documents submitted with grant applications.
The role also includes verifying grant applications, means test requirements and related declarations, as well as approving or rejecting applications for different grant types.
The incumbent will also support processes relating to beneficiary maintenance, medical assessment bookings, customer care and off-site services.
Other responsibilities include overseeing the administration of social grant processes, advising on policies and processes within the grant application value chain, managing staff performance and resources, and ensuring compliance with Section 57 of the Public Finance Management Act.
Technical Competencies
Applicants should have sound knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, policies, procedures, standards and norms relating to the Social Assistance Grant application process and the broader grants value chain.
Employment Equity Target
The employment equity target for this vacancy is:
African Male
SASSA states that candidates whose appointment will promote representivity may receive preference.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Comprehensive CV
- Highest relevant qualification
- Valid driver’s licence
- Completed new Z83 application form
The CV should clearly indicate employment experience, duties, dates of employment in MM/YY format, identity number, race, gender and references with full contact details.
Other supporting documents such as copies of qualifications, certificates and ID should be submitted when requested.
How to Apply for SASSA Senior Grant Administrator Vacancy 2026
Applications must be submitted by email to:
ApplicationsCapricorn@sassa.gov.za
Applicants must use the following in the email subject line:
Reference Number: SAS LP01/09/2026 – Senior Grant Administrator
Only email applications will be accepted.
Applications sent to the wrong email address will not be considered.
Vacancy Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
24 September 2026
Applicants should ensure that all required documents and information are included before submitting their application.
Important Notes
Appointments are subject to compulsory pre-employment screening, including qualification verification, reference checks, ITC checks, criminal checks, technical testing and competency assessment.
Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA before the selection process.
SASSA reserves the right not to fill the position.
Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. Applicants who are not contacted within three months after the closing date should regard their application as unsuccessful.
Enquiries
For enquiries, contact:
Ms Mashego ME: 015 284 6169
Ms Semono NC: 015 284 6030
SASSA Toll-Free: 0800 60 10 11