SASSA External Vacancies 2026: Apply for Head Office and Regional Office Jobs
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(SASSA) is hiring for multiple 2026 vacancies including Data Warehouse Manager, Network Engineer, Financial Accounts Practitioner, Salary Administration Practitioner, HR roles, and Grants Administrators. Apply before 21 May 2026.
SASSA External Vacancies 2026
has officially released new external vacancies for qualified South Africans seeking employment in government departments. The latest SASSA recruitment drive includes vacancies at Head Office in Pretoria as well as regional office opportunities in the Free State and Mpumalanga.
These positions offer competitive government salaries, career growth opportunities, and the chance to work within one of South Africaโs leading public service institutions.
About SASSA
is responsible for distributing social grants and providing essential support services to millions of South Africans. The agency operates nationwide and aims to improve service delivery through professional staffing, innovation, and modern systems.
Available SASSA Vacancies 2026
1. Data Warehouse Manager
Salary
R932 292 โ R1 098 195 per annum (inclusive benefits)
Location
Head Office, Pretoria
Reference Number
SAS HO08/05/26-08
Minimum Requirements
- Undergraduate qualification in:
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Information Systems
- 3โ5 yearsโ experience in data management
- Experience at Assistant Manager level advantageous
Key Responsibilities
- Manage SASSA information systems
- Ensure quality and accessibility of information
- Develop data governance frameworks
- Support strategic decision-making
2. Network Engineer
Salary
R932 292 โ R1 098 195 per annum
Location
Head Office, Pretoria
Reference Number
SAS HO08/05/26-09
Requirements
- ICT-related qualification
- Experience in network infrastructure
- Knowledge of:
- LAN/WAN
- VPN
- VoIP
- Disaster recovery systems
Duties
- Maintain network systems
- Monitor connectivity and security
- Configure network infrastructure
- Manage disaster recovery plans
3. Practitioner: Financial Accounts
Salary
R338 106 โ R398 277 per annum
Location
Head Office, Pretoria
Reference Number
SAS HO08/05/26-10
Requirements
- Qualification in Finance or Accounting
- Financial accounting experience
- Computer literacy
Responsibilities
- Financial reconciliations
- Payment processing
- Financial reporting
- General ledger management
4. Practitioner: Salary Administration
Salary
R338 106 โ R398 277 per annum
Location
Head Office, Pretoria
Reference Number
SAS HO08/05/26-11
Requirements
- Qualification in Finance or Accounting
- Experience in salary administration
- Payroll knowledge
Key Duties
- Process salaries and deductions
- Handle payroll queries
- Maintain payroll records
- Provide salary advice to staff

5. Assistant Manager: Personnel Provisioning and Maintenance
Salary
R487 197 โ R584 370 per annum
Location
Free State Regional Office
Reference Number
SAS FS 04/04/26
Requirements
- Human Resource Management qualification
- HR administration experience
- Supervisory experience advantageous
Responsibilities
- Recruitment and selection
- Employee relations
- HR advisory services
- Staff support and administration
6. Grants Administrator X5
Salary
R237 543 โ R279 708 per annum
Locations
- Driekoppies Local Office
- Nkomazi Local Office
- Tonga Local Office
- Mkhuhlu Local Office
Requirements
- Senior Certificate
- Public Administration qualification advantageous
- Computer literacy
Duties
- Assist grant beneficiaries
- Capture grant applications
- Conduct grant assessments
- Provide client support services
SASSA Job Requirements
Applicants applying for SASSA jobs in 2026 should ensure they have:
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Updated CV
- Valid South African ID
- Relevant experience
- Correct reference number on the application
Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA before submission.
Employment Equity
supports Employment Equity and encourages applications from:
- Women
- Persons living with disabilities
- Previously disadvantaged groups
How to Apply for SASSA Vacancies 2026
Applications must be submitted before the closing date.
Closing Date
21 May 2026
Visit the official SASSA careers and vacancies platform for application details:
SASSA Careers Portal
Applicants should carefully follow the application instructions and include the correct reference number for the position they are applying for.
Why Work at SASSA?
Working at offers:
- Stable government employment
- Competitive salaries
- Career growth opportunities
- Pension and employee benefits
- Opportunities to serve communities nationwide