SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIAL SECURITY AGENCY (SASSA) VACANCIES

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INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME – 12 months 
 
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 and prosper. 
 
EXTERNAL ADVERT: WESTERN CAPE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME 
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is inviting unemployed graduate, throughout South Africa to apply for our Internship Programme. 
 
Regional Office (Western Cape) x 10 posts 
Grant Administration: Location - Western Cape Regional Office, Cape Town 
 
Operations Management: (Office of the General Manager) x 1 (Ref no: GA /WC/1) Qualifications: National Diploma / Degree Public Administration / Business Administration / Business Management and Public Management (NQF 6 or 7) 
 
Disability Management Unit x 1 (Ref no: GA /WC/2) 
Qualifications: National Diploma / Degree Public Administration / Business Administration / Business Management and Public Management (NQF 6 or 7) 
 
Disaster Management x 1 (Ref no: GA /WC/3) Qualifications: National Diploma / Degree Public Administration / Business Administration / Business Management and Public Management (NQF 6 or 7) 
 
Operations: (General Manager Office) x 1 (Ref no: GA /WC/4) Qualifications: National Diploma / Degree Public Administration / Business Administration / Business Management and Public Management (NQF 6 or 7) 
 
Corporate Services - Location: Western Cape Regional Office, Cape Town Departmental Coordinator (GM) x 1 (Ref no: CS/WC/1) Qualification: National Diploma / Degree – Public Management / Office Management (NQF 6 or 7) 
 
Human Capital Management x 1 (Ref no: HCM/WC1) (NQF 6) Qualification: National Diploma / Degree Human Resource Management (NQF 6 or 7) 
 
Security Management x 1 (Ref no: CS/WC/1) Qualification: National Diploma / Degree Security Management / Public Administration (NQF 6 or 7) 
 
Communication x 1 (Ref No: COM/WC/1) Qualification: National Diploma / Degree Communications and Marketing (NQF 6 or 7) 
 
Legal Services x 1 (Ref No: LS/WC/1) Qualification: Degree LLB (NQF 8 
 
Finance - Location: Western Cape Regional Office, Cape Town Debt Management x 1 (Ref no: FIN/WC/1) Qualification: National Diploma/ Degree with Major in Financial Accounting (NQF 6 or 7) 
 
Applications for the above positions must be sent to: ruhanvanApplications@sassa.gov.za
 
All applications must be between the ages of 18-35 years and be South African Citizens. Applicants who need experimental training must have completed and studied at the recognised/ accredited institutions of higher learning in the Republic of South Africa. 
 
The successful candidates will be appointed for 12 months’ internship contract. An all-inclusive stipend of R 7043.31 will be payable. 
 
 
Important notes: Appointments will be subjected to compulsory pre-employment screening in the form of qualification, reference, ITC, criminal checks. It is our intentions to promote representivity in terms of race, gender, disability and youth 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. 
 
Applicants interested applying for internship Programme should send their applications (Fully completed Z83, Identity Document or Smart Card, detailed CV and certified copies of Senior Certificate and post matric qualification acquired quoting the relevant reference number to the relevant address and position name as per the advert. The subject heading of the email should indicate Western Cape Programme name you are applying for. Kindly note that other documents e.g. Certificates, ID and Drivers Licence etc. should be submitted upon request. 
 
Closing date: 22nd August 2023 
 
Enquiries: Mr Ruhan van der Merwe (021 469 0353) or Mr Desmond Matutu (021 469 0349) 
 
If you have not been contacted within 3 months after closing date of 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. 
 
EXTERNAL ADVERT 
 
MANAGER: RISK ASSESSMENT (RE-ADVERTISEMENT) 
Remuneration Package: R 811 560 – R 952 485 p.a. inclusive of benefits 
Location: Head Office- Pretoria (Ref No. SAS HO16/08/23-03) 
Duration: Permanent 
 
Requirements: Candidates should hold an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Risk Management/ Governance/Compliance or related fields as recognized by SAQA. Computer literacy and a valid driver's licence are essential. 
 
Experience: 1-2 years management experience in Enterprise-Wide Risk Management. 
 
Added advantage: 3 years management experience in Governance, Risk Management and Compliance and/ or Business Continuity Management. Post graduate degree or diploma in Risk Management, Governance and Compliance. 
 
Knowledge and Skills: In depth knowledge of the legislation, Risk Management Standards, policies and practices. Proven presentation skills, planning and organizing skills, ability to meet deadlines, strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, report writing skills. 
 
Key Performance Areas: Identify and evaluate risk areas and develop response strategies. Determine techniques and measures to minimize the impact of potential risks. Develop and maintain risk registers and conduct workshops to create & enhance risk management awareness. Assess and identify risk control measures to be utilized in the mitigation of risks and to determine their adequacy and relevance. Facilitate the implementation of risk management Framework, Strategy and policy. Monitor and report on all aspects relating to risk management. 
 
Applications for the above position must be sent Salomeapplications@sassa.gov.za enquiries regarding this position, please contact Ms Salome Maluleke Tel: (012) 400 2057. 
 
 
 
 
 
HANDYMAN
Remuneration Package: R 147 036– R 170 598 p.a. exclusive of benefits 
Location: Head Office- Pretoria (Ref No. HO16/08/23-04) 
Duration: Permanent 
 
Requirements: Candidates should hold a Matric certificate (NQF Level 4) as recognized by SAQA. 
 
Experience: 1- 2 years’ relevant experience. 
 
Added advantage: Computer literacy and a valid driver's licence will be an added advantage 
 
Knowledge and Skills: Functional / professional knowledge (Handling of tools), Planning & organizing, Innovation / Creativity, Time Management, Numerical / Literacy and routine Tasks. 
 
Key Performance Areas: The incumbent will conduct regular inspections throughout the building to ensure that fixtures, surfaces, equipment, machinery are in order and ensure all fire extinguishers hose reels, detectors and access control equipment. Electrical fixtures Matters related to water and plumbing building maintenance. Identify machinery and equipment hazards in the workplace and conduct minor repairs. Eliminate or reduce the risk of those hazards causing harm. Testing repair or adjustment of machinery for example power generators. Repair renovate and improvement related tasks in respect of buildings (interior/ exterior) including but not limited to movement of furniture and related duties Installation of furniture repair doors, locks, handles replace carpets tiles, broken cracked tiles, Cleaning of parking area Conduct smaller electrical maintenance tasks including but not limited to change of light bulbs change and repair light fixtures minor repairs on all air conditioning related equipment carry out minor repairs and service on all plumbing equipment and water related matter such as Water leakages fixing of valves, washers, taps Toilets and accessories general maintenance work. Ensure minor repairs are concluded ensure equipment and machinery are in a good working condition. 
 
 
 
Applications for the above position must be sent vuyiapplications@sassa.gov.za enquiries regarding this position, please contact Ms Vuyisile Mkhwatshwa Tel: (012) 400 2523. 
 
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. 
 
Closing date: 29 August 2023 
 
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 inbox/email 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. 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. 
 
NB: Application must be sent as a scanned or pdf format as one attachment. Applications without signed New Z83 forms will not be considered. 
 
Failure to comply with the above requirements will results in your application been disqualified. 
 
General Enquiries: Tlou Moloto – 012 400 2326 
 
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