General Manager: Grants Administration X 2
Salary: R 1,494,900–R 1,787,328 p.a. inclusive of benefits
Location: Free state Region– (Ref No: FS03/05/26-02)
Location: Western Cape Region– (Ref No: WC03/05/26-03)
Nature of Position: Permanent

Minimum Requirements: Candidates should hold a qualification at NQF Level 7 as recognized by SAQA in Public Administration / Management / Finance / Accounting / Social Sciences / Business Administration; 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 Preentry programme (Nyukela) as endorsed by the National School Government (NSG) before appointment.
Experience: 5 Years’ relevant experience in the of field Social Security at a senior managerial level. Knowledge and Skills: Functional / Professional Knowledge (subject knowledge), Planning & Organizing, Innovation / Creativity, Computer Literacy, Data analysis, Stakeholder management, Policy Analysis and Development, Strategic Capability and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management and Service Delivery Innovation.

Key Performance Areas: The incumbent will oversee the operations and service delivery pertaining to the grant value chain; Oversee and manage the maintenance of beneficiary records and systems; Oversee customer care services; Oversee and manage the operations pertaining to adult disability and care dependency; Oversee and manage various relevant stakeholders and Manage resources and matters pertaining to staff.

Applications for Free State Region position must be sent to: ApplicationsZwelibanzi@sassa.gov.za Enquiries: Ms. L Swanepoel: Tel 051 410 8317
Applications for Western Cape Region position must be sent to: namhlaaplications@sassa.gov.za Enquiries: Ms. Mari De Wet/ Ms. Namhla Henda, Tel: (021) 469 0422/0258

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: 18 May 2026