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SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIAL SECURITY AGENCY (SASSA) VACANCIES
SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIAL SECURITY AGENCY (SASSA)
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.
REGIONAL EXECUTIVE MANAGER (2 POSTS)
Salary: R 1,741,770–R 1,962,090 p.a. inclusive of benefits
Location: North West Regional Office– (Ref No: SAS NW01/02/26-01)
Location: Gauteng Regional Office– (Ref No: SAS GP01/02/26-02) Re-advertisement
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.
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, Change Management, and People Management and Empowerment.
Key Performance Areas: The incumbent will 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 must be sent to: Salomeapplications@sassa.gov.za, Enquiries: Ms. Salome Maluleke, (012) 400 2057
Candidates who have previously applied for the post of Regional Executive Manager: Gauteng Region are at liberty to re-apply.
NB: All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the posts’ technical and generic requirements. The requirements for application of Senior Management Services (SMS) include the successful completion of a SMS Pre-entry programme (Nyukela) as endorsed by the National School Government (NSG). Prior to appointment, a candidate should therefore have proof that they have registered for the Pre Entry Certificate and have completed the course. 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-entry-programme.
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 (012) 400 2264
Closing date: 16 February 2026
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.
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.
REGIONAL EXECUTIVE MANAGER (2 POSTS)
Salary: R 1,741,770–R 1,962,090 p.a. inclusive of benefits
Location: North West Regional Office– (Ref No: SAS NW01/02/26-01)
Location: Gauteng Regional Office– (Ref No: SAS GP01/02/26-02) Re-advertisement
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.
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, Change Management, and People Management and Empowerment.
Key Performance Areas: The incumbent will 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 must be sent to: Salomeapplications@sassa.gov.za, Enquiries: Ms. Salome Maluleke, (012) 400 2057
Candidates who have previously applied for the post of Regional Executive Manager: Gauteng Region are at liberty to re-apply.
NB: All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the posts’ technical and generic requirements. The requirements for application of Senior Management Services (SMS) include the successful completion of a SMS Pre-entry programme (Nyukela) as endorsed by the National School Government (NSG). Prior to appointment, a candidate should therefore have proof that they have registered for the Pre Entry Certificate and have completed the course. 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-entry-programme.
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 (012) 400 2264
Closing date: 16 February 2026
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.
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.
HEAD OFFICE WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING PROGRAMME
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is inviting TIVET college learners, throughout South Africa, to apply for our Work Integrated Learning Programme.
Branch: Corporate Services: Qualification: N6 National Certificate or statement of results in Human Resources Management:
▪ Human Capital Management (1 post) - Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 15/11/2025-01
Branch: Marketing and Communication: Qualification: N6 National Certificate or statement of results in Public Relations / Communication / Media Studies / Multimedia Journalism.
▪ Communication and Marketing (3 posts) Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 15/11/2025-02
Branch: Facilities and Auxiliary Support Services: Qualification: National Certificate or statement of results in Public Management
▪ Facilities and Auxiliary Support Services (1 post) Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 05/11/2025-03
Branch: Finance: Qualification: National Certificate or statement of results in Financial Accounting.
▪ Finance (2 posts) Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 05/11/2025-04
Branch: Grant Administration: Qualification: National Certificate or statement of results in Industrial Engineering/ Management Services / Operations Management/ Financial Accounting.
▪ Grants Administration (3 posts) Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 05/11/2025-05
All applicants must have completed N6: National Certificate and are required to complete a minimum of 6 to 18 months practical work exposure to fulfill the requirements to be awarded a qualification, be South African citizens, and unemployed. Successful candidates will be appointed for a minimum of 6 to 18 months internship Work Integrated Learning contract. An all-inclusive monthly stipend of R5 639,75 will be payable.
EE Target: African Males, African Females, White Males, White Females and Person with Disabilities (from any race and gender).
Important notes: Appointments will be subjected to compulsory pre-employment screening in the form of qualification, ITC, criminal checks. It is our intention to promote representativity in terms of race, gender and disability through the filling of these post and candidates whose appointment will promote representativity will receive preference. It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by 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 subjected to compulsory security vetting on appointment. E-mailed applications will not be accepted: Closing date: 14 February 2026.
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. Persons with Disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants interested in applying for the Work Integrated Learning Programme should send their applications (fully completed signed new Z83 and a detailed / comprehensive CV, certified copies of Identity Document/ Smart Card and N6 Certificate or statement of results, a letter from the institution confirming that student need a minimum of 6-18 months work experience quoting the relevant reference number and the name of position as per the advert to the relevant e-mail address: justiceapplications@sassa.gov.za.
Enquiries: Mr Justice Matshikiri 012 400 2343
NB! Applications can only be sent via e-mail and failure to comply with the above requirements may results in your application being disqualified.
Correspondences will only be limited to the shortlisted 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.
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.
HEAD OFFICE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is inviting unemployed graduates, throughout South Africa, to apply for our Internship Programme.
Branch: Internal Audit: Qualification: National Diploma / Advanced Diploma (B-Tech) / Degree (NQF Level 6 or 7) in Internal Audit
▪ Internal Audit x2 post - Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 15/11/2025-01
Branch: Information and Communication Technology (3 posts) Qualification: National Diploma/ B-Tech / Degree (NQF Level 6 or 7) in Information and Communication Technology, Library Information Science and Project Management
▪ Information and Communication Technology (1 post) Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 15/11/2025-02
▪ Library Information Sciences (1 post) Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 15/11/2025-03
▪ EPMO - Change Management (1 post) Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 15/11/2025-04
Branch: Fraud Management and Compliance: Qualification: National Diploma/ B-Tech / Degree (NQF Level 6 or 7) in Forensic Investigation / Compliance Management.
▪ Fraud and Corruption Investigations (1 post) Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 15/11/2025-05
Branch: Legal Services: Qualification: LLB
▪ Legal Services (1 post) Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 15/11/2025-06
All applicants must be between the ages of 18 – 35 years and be South African citizens. Successful candidates will be appointed for 24 months internship contract. An all-inclusive monthly stipend of R7 860.50 will be payable.
EE Target: African Males, African Females, White Males, White Females and Person with Disabilities (from any race and gender).
Important notes: Appointments will be subjected to compulsory pre-employment screening in the form of qualification, ITC, criminal checks. It is our intention to promote representativity in terms of race, gender and disability through the filling of these post and candidates whose appointment will promote representativity will receive preference. It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by 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 subjected to compulsory security vetting on appointment. E-mailed applications will not be accepted:
Closing date: 14 February 2026
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. Persons with Disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants interested in applying for the Internship Programme should send their applications (fully completed signed new Z83 and a detailed / comprehensive CV, certified copies of Identity Document/ Smart ID and qualifications quoting the relevant reference number and the name of position as per the advert to the relevant e-mail address: justiceapplications@sassa.gov.za.
Enquiries: Mr Justice Matshikiri 012 400 2343
Applications can only be sent via e-mail and failure to comply with the above requirements may results in your application being disqualified.
Correspondences will only be limited to the shortlisted 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.