SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIAL SECURITY AGENCY (SASSA)

 

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.

 

EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

 

HEAD OFFICE

 

 

 

DATA WAREHOUSE MANAGER 

Salary: R932 292– R1 098 195 p.a. inclusive of benefits 

Location: Head Office Pretoria (Ref No. SAS HO08/05/26-08) 

Nature of Position: Permanent 

 

Minimum Requirements: Candidates should hold an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6/7) as recognized by SAQA in the field of Information Technology / Computer Science / Information Systems. 

 

Experience: 3-5 years’ experience in data management field of which 2 years Must be at an Assistant Managerial level or equivalent managerial level. 

 

Knowledge and Skills: Functional / Professional Knowledge (subject knowledge), Planning & Organizing, Innovation / Creativity, Computer Literacy, Data Management, Policy Analysis and Development, Project Management, Strategic Thinking and Planning. 

 

Key performance: The incumbent will manage the information and knowledge systems of SASSA by regularly ensuring the availability of quality and accurate information; Lead and guide in the implementation of the information management policies and data governance framework; Implement and maintain the Business Intelligence Strategy; Stakeholder engagement and advocacy and manage the resources of the Unit. 

 

Preference will be given to African Male/ or Coloured Male or Indian Male/ Female or White Male or (Person with Disability: African Male/ or Coloured Male or Indian Male/ Female or White Male) 

 

Applications for the above position must be sent Pamapplications@sassa.gov.za

Enquiries regarding this position, please contact Ms. Pamela Tshefu Tel: (012) 400 2264 

 

 

 

 

 

NETWORK ENGINEER 

Salary: R932 292– R1 098 195 p.a. inclusive of benefits 

Location: Head Office Pretoria (Ref No. SAS HO08/05/26-09) 

Nature of Position: Permanent 

 

Minimum Requirements: Candidates should hold an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6/7) as recognized by SAQA in the field of Information Technology / Computer Science / Information Systems. 

 

Experience: 3-5 years’ experience in the relevant ICT network environment; of which 2 years Must be at an Assistant Manager level or equivalent managerial level. 

 

Knowledge and Skills: Functional / Professional Knowledge (subject knowledge) Planning & Organizing, Innovation / Creativity, Computer Literacy, ICT Network, Policy Analysis and Development, Manage Staff, Project Management, Manage Finance, Strategic Thinking and Planning 

 

Key performance: The incumbent will manage LAN/WAN, VPN and VoIP; Provide Network Infrastructure specification, configuration and administration; Manage Last Mile; Conduct Network monitoring tool(s) maintenance; Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans for network connectivity and Manage resources (human ad finance)Preference will be given to African Male/ or Coloured Male or Indian Male/ Female or White Male or (Person with Disability: African Male/ or Coloured Male or Indian Male/ Female or White Male) 

 

Applications for the above position must be sent Pamapplications@sassa.gov.za

Enquiries regarding this position, please contact Ms. Pamela Tshefu Tel: (012) 400 2264 

 

 

 

 

 

PRACTITIONER: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTS 

Salary: R338 106 – R398 277 p.a. exclusive of benefits 

Location: Head Office Pretoria (Ref No. SAS HO08/05/26-10) 

Nature of Position: Permanent 

 

Minimum Requirements: Candidates should hold an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) as recognized by SAQA in the field of Finance / Accounting. 

 

Experience: 3 years’ experience in Financial Accounting environment. 

 

Knowledge and Skills: Functional / Professional Knowledge (subject knowledge), Planning & Organizing, Innovation / Creativity, Computer Literacy, Policy Analysis and Development and Manage Staff. 

 

Key performance: The incumbent will administer the bank Reconciliation for the Administration (main) Paymaster General (PMG) bank account; Administer and monitor the month end reporting of financial account (the General Ledger) and Preparation of the quarterly and annual financial statements (GRAP). 

 

Preference will be given to African Male/ or Coloured Male or Indian Male/ Female or White Male/ Female or (Person with Disability: African Male/ or Coloured Male or Indian Male/ Female or White Male/ Female

 

Applications for the above position must be sent to MbaliApplications@sassa.gov.za

Enquiries regarding this position, please contact Ms. Priscilla Mbali Mahlangu on Tel: (012) 400 2169 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRACTITIONER: SALARY ADMINISTRATION 

Salary: R338 106– R398 277 p.a. exclusive of benefits 

Location: Head Office Pretoria (Ref No. SAS HO08/05/26-11) 

Nature of Position: Permanent 

 

Minimum Requirements: Candidates should hold an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) as recognized by SAQA in the field of Finance / Accounting. 

 

Experience: 3 years’ experience in Salary Administration field. 

 

Knowledge and Skills: Functional / Professional Knowledge (subject knowledge), Planning & Organizing, Innovation / Creativity, Computer Literacy, Policy Analysis and Development and Manage Staff. 

 

Key performance: The incumbent will process/ approve allowances and deductions and other salary related transactions; clear suspense accounts; administer recalls, re-issues and salary reversals; liaise with GEPF, National Treasury and Business Support Centre, attend to salary and tax related queries; Provide policy advice in terms of Salary Administration; Manage subordinates in the section. 

 

Preference will be given to African Male or Coloured Male or Indian Male or White Female or (Person with Disability- African Male or Coloured Male or Indian Male or White Female) 

 

Applications for the above position must be sent to MbaliApplications@sassa.gov.za

Enquiries regarding this position, please contact Ms. Priscilla Mbali Mahlangu on Tel: (012) 400 2169 

 

 

 

 

 

ASSISTANT MANAGER: PERSONNEL PROVISIONING AND MAINTENANCE 

Salary: R 487 197 – R 584 370 pa exclusive of benefits. 

Location: Free State Regional Office (Ref No: SAS FS 0044/26) 

Nature of Position: Permanent 

 

Minimum Requirements: Candidates should hold an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) as recognized by SAQA in the field of Human Resources Management / Industrial Psychology; Computer Literacy and driver’s license are essential 

 

Experience: 3 years’ experience in the Human Resources Management environment of which one year at a supervisory level. 

 

Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of Public Service Act and Regulations, Knowledge and understanding of Employment Equity Act, Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Knowledge and understanding of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations, Knowledge of other relevant Public Service Legislative Framework, Knowledge of SASSA Act and Social Assistance Act, Knowledge of National Archive Act, Knowledge of Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS) Policy. 

 

Key performance: Implement relevant HR policies and prescripts in respect of recruitment, selection, service benefits and conditions of services, exit, Ensure accuracy of transactions on the relevant systems and the integrity of data on the system, Provide HR advice and support to Line Managers, Supervisors and staff, Manage HR records, Manage staff and resources. 

 

Employment Equity Targets: 1st preferred: African Male, 2nd preferred: Indian Male / White Male / Indian Female. 

 

Applications for the above position must be sent ApplicationsGonelo@sassa.gov.za

Enquiries regarding this position, please contact Tel: Ms. Lynne Swanepoel Tel: (051) 410 8317 

 

 

 

 

 

GRANTS ADMINISTRATOR X5 

Salary: R 237 453.00 – R 279 708.00 pa exclusive of benefits. 

Location: Sekhukhune District: Fetakgomo Local Office (Apel)(Ref No: 01/05/2026), and Makhuduthamaga Local Office(Jane Furse) (Ref No: 02/05/2026), Mopani District: Greater Tzaneen Local Office (Nkowankowa) (Ref No: 03/05/2026), Greater Tzaneen (Dr CN Phatudi) (Ref No: 04/05/2026) Wateberg District: Mookgophong Local Office(Ref No: 05/05/2026) 

 

Minimum Requirements: Candidates should have a Senior Certificate plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) as recognised by SAQA in one of the following discipline (Public Administration, Public Management, Business Administration, Economics, Development Studies, Commerce, Social Sciences, Social Security, Law, or IT), Computer literacy essential. 

 

Added advantage: A valid driver’s licence.

 

Key performance: The incumbent will Provide a grant customer care service, Screen and capture grant applications including beneficiary maintenance functions effectively, Administer medical bookings and assessments, Provide off-site grant application services to clients, Scanning and batching of grants files. 

 

 




Employment Equity Targets: Sekhukhune Distict: Fetakgomo (Apel) Local Office1st Preferred: African Male 

 

Makhuduthamaga Local Office: 1st preferred: Coloured Male, 2nd preferred Indian Male 3rd preferred African Male 

 

Mopani District: Greater Tzaneen Local Office (Nkowankowa)1st preferred African Male and Female,Coloured Male, Indian Male and white Male 

 

Greater Tzaneen (Dr CN Phatudi) 1st preferred African Female 2nd preferred Coulored Female 

 

Waterberg District: Mookgophong 1st preferred African Male, 2nd preferred African Female, 3rd preferred Coloured Male, Indian Male, White Male and Female 

 

Applications for Sekhukhune District must be hand delivered to SASSA Building next to Jane Furse Hospital: Attention: Manager Admin Support Mr. CJ Maleka, Enquiries: Ms MP Makgeru Tel: 013 265 6055/6069 

 

Applications for Mopani District must be hand delivered to: 100 Corner Third and Hospital Street SASSA Building, Tzaneen: Attention: Manager Admin Support Mr. TJ Senyolo, Enquiries: Ms. R Mhaleni Tel: (015) 306 9499 

 

Applications for Waterberg District must be hand delivered to 54 Thabo Mbeki Street, Modimole District: Attention: Manager Admin Support Ms. LP Boya, Tel Enquries: Mr. MJ Monyela Tel: (014) 718 3525/3632 

 

Important notes: 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. 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 be accepted. 

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. 

 

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. The subject heading of the email should indicate the reference number and name of the position you are applying for. Applicants must ensure that they send their application to a correct email address indicated on each position. Applications send to the incorrect inbox/email 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. Computer literacy and driver’s license must be stated in the CV. Failure to comply with the above requirements may results your application been disqualified. 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. 

 

General Enquiries: Ms. Pamela Tshefu – Tel (012) 400 2264 

 

Closing Date: 21 May 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. 

 

ERRATUM:

Please note that the post of Specialist: Demand Management in Head Office and Practitioner: Supply Chain Management in Free State Region was erroneously advertised in the Sowetan and Beeld newspaper.