The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is inviting applications for 143 Contract Worker positions within the Grants Review section across South Africa. These government contract jobs are available to candidates who have completed Grade 12/Matric and are looking to gain experience within the public service sector.

The contracts will remain valid until 31 March 2027. Successful applicants will assist with beneficiary reviews, grant administration processes, document verification, outreach programmes, and data capturing services in various SASSA offices and communities across South Africa.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals who have strong communication skills, basic computer knowledge, and an interest in administration and community support services. Candidates will work closely with beneficiaries and SASSA teams to ensure grant records are reviewed, updated, and properly maintained.

POST

Contract Workers: Grants Review (X135 Posts)

SALARY

R170,226 – R200,523 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits
Salary Level 3

CONTRACT DURATION

Contract valid until 31 March 2027

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12 / Matric certificate
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills
• Basic computer literacy

ADDED ADVANTAGE

• NQF Level 6 qualification

JOB DESCRIPTION

Successful candidates will support SASSA grant review operations and assist beneficiaries throughout the review process. The role involves administrative support, grant file verification, data capturing, and assisting vulnerable beneficiaries during review campaigns.

The appointed workers will help conduct beneficiary screenings, complete manual grant applications, and validate supporting documents submitted during review processes. They will also assist beneficiaries in locating the correct service cubicles and ensure all information captured is accurate and complete.

Candidates may be required to participate in outreach programmes, including home visits for frail or immobile beneficiaries as well as mobile review operations in rural and underserved communities. Workers will also assist during mass review campaigns held at municipal offices and community halls.

Additional responsibilities include updating grant information on the SOCPEN system, scanning and indexing documents, preparing review reports, maintaining filing systems, and identifying cases requiring further investigation, suspension, or recovery of overpayments.

Successful applicants must maintain confidentiality, comply with data protection procedures, and work closely with registry and review teams to meet operational targets.

CORE FUNCTIONS

Successful candidates will be responsible for:

• Conducting beneficiary screenings
• Completing manual grant applications
• Reviewing and validating beneficiary files
• Verifying supporting documentation
• Assisting beneficiaries at service points
• Updating records on the SOCPEN system
• Capturing and maintaining accurate grant data
• Conducting home visit reviews
• Participating in outreach and mobile review programmes
• Assisting during community review campaigns
• Scanning and indexing documents
• Preparing review reports
• Supporting filing and document tracking processes
• Identifying cases for suspension or investigation
• Ensuring confidentiality of beneficiary information
• Working with teams to meet daily targets

AVAILABLE POSTS AND REFERENCE NUMBERS

POST: Contract Workers: Debt Management (X5 Posts)
REF NO: SAS CW01/05/2026
SALARY: R237 453 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits
CENTRE: Regional Office

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12/Matric with Mathematics and/or Accounting.
• Alternatively, an NQF Level 6 qualification in a financial-related field.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Computer literacy.
• No experience required.

HOW TO APPLY:
Hand deliver or post applications to: SASSA House, 43 Landros Mare Street, Polokwane or Private Bag X9677, Polokwane, 0700.

CLOSING DATE: 05 June 2026

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POST: Contract Workers: Grants Reviews (X135 Posts)
REF NO AND CENTRES:

• Regional Office — SAS CW02/05/2026
• Capricorn District — SAS CW03/05/2026
• Mopani District — SAS CW04/05/2026
• Sekhukhune District — SAS CW05/05/2026
• Vhembe District — SAS CW06/05/2026
• Waterberg District — SAS CW07/05/2026

SALARY: R170 227 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12/Matric.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Computer literacy.
• NQF Level 6 qualification in Human Sciences or Economics and Management Sciences will be an added advantage.
• No experience required.

HOW TO APPLY:

Regional Office (SAS CW02/05/2026)
Hand deliver or post applications to: SASSA House, 43 Landros Mare Street, Polokwane or Private Bag X9677, Polokwane, 0700.

Capricorn District (SAS CW03/05/2026)
Hand deliver or post applications to: SASSA Capricorn District, 22 Schoeman Street, Polokwane or PO Box 3751, Polokwane, 0700.

Mopani District (SAS CW04/05/2026)
Hand deliver or post applications to: SASSA Building, Corner Third and Hospital Streets, Tzaneen or Private Bag X4041, Tzaneen, 0850.

Sekhukhune District (SAS CW05/05/2026)
Hand deliver or post applications to: SASSA Building next to Jane Furse Hospital or Private Bag X435, Jane Furse, 1085.

Vhembe District (SAS CW06/05/2026)
Hand deliver or post applications to: SASSA House, Thohoyandou P East Location, Corner Muvhuyu & Mathomo Streets or Private Bag X5023, Thohoyandou, 0950.

Waterberg District (SAS CW07/05/2026)
Hand deliver or post applications to: SASSA House, 54 Thabo Mbeki Street, Modimolle or Private Bag X9677, Polokwane, 0700.

CLOSING DATE: 05 June 2026

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

Applications are open to all races, genders, and persons living with disabilities. Preference may be given to candidates whose appointment promotes representativity within SASSA.

CLOSING DATE

05 June 2026