SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIAL SECURITY AGENCY (SASSA) VACANCIES

SASSA is a dynamic organisation that provides a range of essential services to a diverse group of South Africans. With offices countrywide, our operational structures aspire to embrace all that is state-of-the-art, offices that are modern and an environment designed to stimulate the worker to achieve, enjoy, progress and prosper
 
SENIOR MANAGER: OPERATIONAL PLANNING 
Salary: R1 216 824- R 1 433 355 p.a. inclusive of benefits 
Location: Head Office- Pretoria (Ref No. SAS HO25/05/25-04) 
Nature of Position: Permanent 
 
Minimum Requirements: Candidates should hold an undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 as recognized by SAQA in the relevant field; Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) endorsed by the National School of Government; The requirements for application of Senior Management Services (SMS) include the successful completion of an SMS Pre-entry programme (Nyukela) as endorsed by the National School Government (NSG) prior to appointment; Computer literacy and a valid driver's license are essential and should be indicated on the CV. 
 
Experience: 5 Years’ experience at a middle / senior managerial level in the relevant field 
 
Knowledge and Skills: Functional / Professional Knowledge (subject knowledge); Planning & Organizing; Innovation / Creativity; Policy Analysis and Development; Manage Staff; Project Management; Manage Finance; Strategic Thinking and Planning. 
 
Key performance: The incumbent will facilitate operational planning and ensure alignment with the strategic and annual performance plans; Integrate operational planning of the different Branches and Regions; Review achievements against strategic and operational objectives; consolidate and submit SASSA’s quarterly and annual reports to oversight bodies (NT, DPME, AGSA, DSD, Parliament etc.); Develop performance information policies; Provide leadership and management to the Unit and Manage resources. 
 
The application for the above position must be sent to noahapplications@sassa.gov.za Enquires Mr. Lakhikhaya Noah – 012 400 2146. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
REGIONAL EXECUTIVE MANAGER (RE-ADVERTISEMENT) 
Salary: R 1,741,770–R 1,962,090 p.a. inclusive of benefits 
Western Cape Regional Office– (Ref No: SAS WC025/05/25-01) 
Nature of Position: Permanent 
 
Minimum Requirements: Candidates should hold a qualification at NQF Level 8 as recognized by SAQA ; Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) endorsed by the National School of Government; The requirements for application of Senior Management Services (SMS) include the successful completion of an SMS Pre-entry programme (Nyukela) as endorsed by the National School Government (NSG) before appointment; Computer literacy and a valid driver's license are essential and should be indicated on the CV. 
 
Experience: 8 years’ relevant experience at a Senior Managerial level. 
 
Knowledge and Skills: Functional / Professional Knowledge (subject knowledge), Planning & Organizing, Innovation / Creativity, Policy Analysis and Development, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Strategic Capability and Leadership and Change Management, and Ensure adherence to Section 57 (Responsibilities of other Officials) of the Public Finance Management Act (PMFA, Chapter 6, Part 3). 
 
Key performance: The incumbent Oversee, manage and report on the development of the management of administration, payment of social assistance and related social security services in the region based on legislative frameworks, policies, strategies, operational frameworks, guidelines and effective programmes; Ensure that social security operations and strategies are implemented and rolled out in the region to enhance productivity and the Agency’s footprint; Maintain the ethics of the Agency of the grants administration and payment management business chain within the region; Implement programmes and projects in accordance with the Agency’s mandate in compliance with the SASSA Act and/ as directed by the Executive Directives; Ensure the standardization and implementation of the services of the Agency within the region to promote good governance and the Agency’s brand and Oversee, manage and report on the financial management, corporate services, and performance of the region in line with the set regulations and prescripts. 
 
Application for the above positions at Western Cape Region must be sent Salomeapplications@sassa.gov.za
Enquiries: Ms. Salome Maluleke, Tel: (012) 400 2057. 
Candidates who have previously applied for this position are encouraged to re-apply. 
 
 
 
 
 
GENERAL MANAGER: CORPORATE SERVICES 
Salary: R 1,436,022–R 1,716,933 p.a. inclusive of benefits 
Location: Gauteng Regional Office - (Ref No: SAS GP25/05/25-02) 
Location: Western Cape Regional Office - (Ref No: SAS WC25/05/2025-03) 
Nature of Position: Permanent 
 
Minimum Requirements: Candidates should hold a qualification at NQF Level 7 as recognized by SAQA. Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) endorsed by the National School of Government; The requirements for application of Senior Management Services (SMS) include the successful completion of an SMS Pre-entry programme (Nyukela) as endorsed by the National School Government (NSG) prior to appointment; Computer literacy and a valid driver's license are essential and should be indicated on the CV. 
 
Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience at a Senior Managerial level in Corporate Services. 
 
Knowledge and Skills: Functional, Professional Knowledge (subject knowledge), Planning &Organizing, Innovation, Creativity, Policy Analysis and Development, Manage Staff, Project Management, Manage Finance, Strategic Thinking and Planning and Facilities Management. 
 
Key performance: The incumbent will manage the provision of Human Capital Management Services, Manage the provision of Legal Services in the region, Manage the provision of Auxiliary Support Services in the Region, Manage the provision of Communication services in the region, Manage ICT services in the Region, Provide leadership and strategic direction within the region, manage the optimal utilisation of resources and staff in the department. 
 
Application for the above position at Gauteng Region must be sent to ApplicationsMas@sassa.gov.za
Enquiries: Mr. Victor Ndinisa on (011) 241 8418/ Ms. Mashudu Malivha on 011 241 8563. 
 
Application for the above position at Western Cape Region must be sent to linksapplications@sassa.gov.za
Enquiries: Mr. John Links on (021) 469 0268.
 
 
Important notes: Applicants interested in applying for these posts should send their applications (CV and completed New Z83 form) quoting the relevant reference number and position name as per the advert. Candidates are advised to take note that all fields of the new Z83 form are compulsory and the signature of the applicant is mandatory, failure to comply will automatically disqualify the applicant. Applicants must ensure that they send their application to a correct E-mail address. Applications send to the incorrect E-mail address will not be considered. Applications should consist of a comprehensive CV (specifying all experience, duties, indicating the respective dates (MM/YY) per position, Identity Number, Race and Gender as well as indicating references with full contact details. Interviews may be conducted via a virtual medium which will be discussed with each shortlisted applicant. Kindly note that copies of qualification, certificate, ID and driver’s license etc, should be submitted upon request. All these positions are advertised with the minimum requirements. Appointments will be subjected to compulsory pre-employment screening in the form of qualification, reference, ITC, criminal checks and compulsory competency assessment (where applicable). Candidates will also be subjected to a process of assessments (where required). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) prior to the selection process and an evaluation report must be attached. The requirements for application of Senior Management Services (SMS) include the successful completion of an SMS Pre-entry programme (Nyukela) as endorsed by the National School Government (NSG) before appointment. The cost for Nyukela is at the applicants own expense. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme/. SASSA is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. Please note: All SASSA staff are subjected to compulsory security vetting on appointment. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only, should you not be contacted within 3 months after the closing date please consider your application as unsuccessful. 
The Agency is an equal opportunity employer. Therefore, Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment will assist the Agency in achieving its Employment Equity targets in terms of the Agency’s Employment Equity Plan. Person with Disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply 
 
General Enquiries: Ms. Pamela Tshefu 0124002264 
 
Closing date: 09 June 2025 
 
If you have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. 
Visit us at www.sassa.gov.za or toll free: 0800 60 10 11. 
 
NB: Please note that SASSA would never ask candidates to pay for job application or Background screening. All SASSA adverts are published on SASSA website if it not on SASSA website the advertisement is not authentic.



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​​SASSA is a dynamic organization that provides a range of essential services to a diverse group of South Africans. With offices countrywide, our operational structures aspire to embrace all that is state-of-the-art, offices that are modern and an environment designed to stimulate the worker to achieve, enjoy, progress and prosper • 
 
GAUTENG REGION
 
EXTERNAL ADVERT 
 
GRANTS ADMINISTRATOR X6
Salary: R 228,321– R 268,950 p.a. exclusive of benefits 
Location : Chiawelo- Soweto: Johannesburg District (Ref: GP/SAS 08/05/2025) 
: Chiawelo – Soweto : Johannesburg District (Ref: GP/SAS 09/05/2025) 
: Mamelodi Local Office: Tshwane District (Ref: GP/SAS 10/05/2025) 
: Atteridgeville Local office: Tshwane District (Ref: GP/SAS 11/05/2025) 
: Bronkhorstspruit Local Office: Tshwane District (Ref: GP/SAS 12/05/2025) 
: Diepkloof- Soweto (Orlando) Local Office: Johannesburg District (GP/SAS 13/05/2025)
 
Minimum Requirements: Candidates should have a Senior Certificate (NQF Level 4), Computer literacy is essential.
 
Added advantage: A Valid driver’s license/Administrative/clerical experience will be an added advantage. 
 
Duties: The incumbent will be to assist in the administration of Social Grants at Local Office Level; effectively screen all grant applications; capture applications on the system; Provide Customer Care, process customer care; process other grant documentation / perform other grants administration functions; control on grants application and Ensure adherence to Section 57 of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Chapter 6, and Part 3. 
 
NB: Applications for the above posts must be hand delivered at the following address: SASSA Regional Office (Ground Floor), 222 Smit Street, Braamfontein, 2017. 
No emailed applications will be accepted for this positions. 
 
 
Important notes: Appointment will be subject to a compulsory pre-employment screening in the form of qualification, references, ITC, and criminal checks. It is our intention to promote representivity in terms of race, gender, disability and youth through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) prior to the selection process. SASSA is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. Please note: All SASSA staff are subject to compulsory Security Vetting on appointment. Emailed applications will be accepted. 
 
Preference will be given to: 
•                Chiawelo - Soweto Local Office: African Male/People with disability followed by Indian Male and White Female respectively as at the time of appointment. 
Chiawelo - Soweto Local Office: White Female/Male/People with disability followed by Indian Female and African Male respectively as at the time of appointment. 
Mamelodi Local Office: African Male/ People with disability followed by White Female and Indian Male respectively as at the time of appointment. 
Atteridgeville Local Office: African Male/People with disability followed by Indian Female and White Female respectively as at the time of appointment. 
Bronkhorstspruit Local Office: African Male/People with disability followed by White Female and White Male respectively as at the time of appointment. 
Diepkloof - Soweto (Orlando) Local Office: African Male/People with disability followed by Indian Female and White Female as at the time of appointment. 
 
Closing Date: 06 June 2025 
 
Applicants interested in applying for the posts should send their applications (CV and Completed New Z83 Form) quoting the relevant reference number and position name as per the advert.. Applications should consist of a comprehensive CV (specifying qualifications - institution obtained from, experience, duties, indicating the respective dates (MM/YY) per position, Identity Number, Race and Gender as well as indicating references with full contact details. Interviews may be conducted via a virtual medium which will be discussed with each shortlisted applicant. Kindly note that copies of other qualifications, certificates, ID and driver’s license etc., should be submitted upon request. Failure to comply with the above requirements may result in your application been disqualified. 
 
Correspondence will only be conducted with the short- listed candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. 
 
Visit us at www.sassa.gov.za or toll free: 0800 60 10 11 
 
Enquiries: Ms. T Makatu on (011) 241 8357/Ms. M Malivha (011) 241 8563 
 
N: B, Please note that SASSA would never ask candidates to pay for job application or Background Screening. All SASSA adverts are published on SASSA website and newspapers, if it is not on SASSA website, the advertisement is not authentic.



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