The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is currently hiring across various roles, ranging from entry‑level administrative positions to Senior Management contracts.
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SASSA Current Open Opportunities
If you’re passionate about public service, this is your chance to contribute meaningfully to South Africa’s social support system. From executive leadership to operational coordination, SASSA’s 2025 recruitment drive offers diverse opportunities.
1. Chief Executive Officer (Five‑Year Fixed Contract)
- Location: Pretoria (Ref: SAS HO09/02/25‑01)
- Salary: R 2 259 984 – R 2 545 854 p.a. + 10 % HoD allowance
REQUIREMENTS:
- NQF Level 7 (undergrad) + NQF Level 8 (postgrad), certified via SAQA
- SMS Pre‑entry (“Nyukela”) certificate
- Not less than 10 years of senior management experience (3 in a public entity under PFMA)
- Strong leadership, strategic planning, financial & change‑management skills
2. Regional Executive Manager × 5 (Permanent Positions)
- Locations: Mpumalanga, Western Cape, Limpopo, Free State, Northern Cape
- Salary: R 1 741 770 – R 1 962 090 p.a.
REQUIREMENTS:
- NQF 7 + NQF 8 qualifications + SMS Pre‑entry
- Not less than 8 years in senior management
- Strong skills in financial & project management, governance
3. Department Coordinator: Grants Operations (Head Office, Pretoria)
- Salary: R 376 413 – R 443 403 p.a.
REQUIREMENTS:
- NQF 6/7 undergraduate qualification
- 2–3 years of admin experience
- Computer literacy + valid driver’s license
Essential Documents
- Completed Z83 form + CV (with identity, race, gender, experience, referees)
- Certified copies: ID, qualifications, driver’s license, proof of residence
- Additional documents may include bank statements, medical reports (if applicable), and other relevant records.
Application Process
Send CV + new Z83 form and the scanned documents include ID, qualifications, driver’s license, references, etc. to Patrickapplications@sassa.gov.za
Submit complete documents before the specified closing date
QUALIFICATIONS VERIFICATION & SCREENING:
- Foreign qualifications must be SAQA‑verified
- SMS roles require a Nyukela certificate (applicant’s expense)
- Background checks: criminal, credit (ITC), references, competency assessments
SELECTION STEPS:
- Applications screened
- Shortlisted candidates go through assessments & interviews (virtual or in-person)
- Security vetting is required for final selection
Expect only shortlisted candidates to be contacted (within ~3 months)
⚠️ If a vacancy isn’t on sassa.gov.za, treat it as unverified.
