SASSA Grant Review Workers & Clerk Jobs – Apply by 01 June 2026

South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has opened a large recruitment drive for contract workers in Grant Review and Financial Accounting (Debtors Management) across Gauteng and Mpumalanga. The closing date is 01 June 2026, so you need to act now.

What the opportunity is

SASSA is hiring temporary staff to support its grant‑review programmes and debt‑management functions. The roles are:

• Contract Workers – Grant Reviews
• Clerks – Financial Accounting (Debtors Management)

In total, 237 positions are available: 143 Grant Review posts and 5 Debt Management clerks in Gauteng, plus 86 Grant Review posts and 3 Debt Management clerks in Mpumalanga.

Who can apply (requirements)

Grant Review – Contract Worker

• Minimum: Grade 12 / Matric
• Computer literacy (basic MS Office)
• Advantage: NQF Level 6 qualification

Debt Management Clerk

• NQF Level 6 qualification in Financial Accounting or Financial Management (SAQA recognised)
• Computer literacy

All applicants must be South African citizens and be able to work until 31 March 2027.

What you gain

• Government salary scales (Level 3: R170 226 – R200 523 p.a.; Level 5: R228 321 – R279 708 p.a.) plus 37 % in lieu of benefits
• Practical experience in public‑service administration, beneficiary interaction, and financial record keeping
• Exposure to a major national institution and a solid reference for future jobs

How to apply – step‑by‑step

1. Download the latest New Z83 form from the SASSA website.
2. Complete the form carefully. Include your full employment history, qualifications, dates (MM/YY), identity number, race and gender, and two contactable references.
3. Prepare a concise CV that highlights:
   • Administrative or customer‑service duties
   • Computer skills (Word, Excel, data entry)
   • Any relevant volunteer or community work
4. Quote the correct reference number for the post you want (see tables below).
5. For Gauteng applications, hand‑deliver the package to:

   SASSA Regional Office (Ground Floor)
   222 Smit Street
   Braamfontein
   2017

   or post to:

   Attention: Human Capital Management
   Private Bag X120
   Marshalltown
   2107

   No email applications will be accepted.

6. For Mpumalanga applications, hand‑deliver or post to the district office that matches your chosen reference number.
7. Submit before 01 June 2026 at 16:00. Late submissions will not be considered.

Tips to improve your chances

• Read the advertisement carefully and use the exact reference number on every document.
• Complete the Z83 form without any blanks; any missing information may lead to disqualification.
• Tailor your CV to the duties listed (screening, data entry, home visits, filing, etc.).
• Proofread all papers for spelling or calculation errors.
• Submit your application a few days early to avoid postal delays.

Grant Review locations and reference numbers

Gauteng – Johannesburg District

• Alexandra – 4 posts (GP/SAS 06/05/2026)
• Chiawelo – 3 posts (GP/SAS 07/05/2026)
• Eldorado Park – 3 posts (GP/SAS 08/05/2026)
• Ennerdale – 3 posts (GP/SAS 09/05/2026)
• Johannesburg – 5 posts (GP/SAS 10/05/2026)
• Lenasia – 4 posts (GP/SAS 11/05/2026)
• Midrand – 4 posts (GP/SAS 12/05/2026)
• Orange Farm – 4 posts (GP/SAS 13/05/2026)
• Orlando – 4 posts (GP/SAS 14/05/2026)
• Soweto – 5 posts (GP/SAS 15/05/2026)

Gauteng – Ekurhuleni District (selected)

• Benoni – 4 posts (GP/SAS 16/05/2026)
• Duduza – 3 posts (GP/SAS 17/05/2026)
• Germiston – 4 posts (GP/SAS 18/05/2026)
• Kwa‑Thema – 3 posts (GP/SAS 19/05/2026)
• Springs – 3 posts (GP/SAS 20/05/2026)
• Tembisa – 4 posts (GP/SAS 21/05/2026)
• Thokoza – 4 posts (GP/SAS 22/05/2026)
• Tsakane – 3 posts (GP/SAS 23/05/2026)
• Vosloorus – 4 posts (GP/SAS 24/05/2026)
• Kempton Park – 2 posts (GP/SAS 25/05/2026)
• Nigel – 2 posts (GP/SAS 26/05/2026)

Gauteng – Pretoria District (selected)

• Bronkhorstspruit – 3 posts (GP/SAS 27/05/2026)
• Ga‑Rankuwa – 4 posts (GP/SAS 28/05/2026)
• Mamelodi – 5 posts (GP/SAS 29/05/2026)
• Temba – 4 posts (GP/SAS 30/05/2026)
• Pretoria – 6 posts (GP/SAS 31/05/2026)
• Soshanguve – 6 posts (GP/SAS 32/05/2026)

Gauteng – West Rand District (selected)

• Carletonville – 2 posts (GP/SAS 33/05/2026)
• Dobsonville – 4 posts (GP/SAS 34/05/2026)
• Fochville – 2 posts (GP/SAS 35/05/2026)
• Kagiso – 3 posts (GP/SAS 36/05/2026)
• Khutsong – 2 posts (GP/SAS 37/05/2026)
• Krugersdorp – 3 posts (GP/SAS 38/05/2026)
• Randfontein/Bekkersdal – 3 posts (GP/SAS 39/05/2026)
• Roodepoort – 4 posts (GP/SAS 40/05/2026)

Gauteng – Sedibeng District (selected)

• Heidelberg – 2 posts (GP/SAS 41/05/2026)
• Mafatsane – 2 posts (GP/SAS 42/05/2026)
• Meyerton – 2 posts (GP/SAS 43/05/2026)
• Ratanda – 2 posts (GP/SAS 44/05/2026)
• Sebokeng – 4 posts (GP/SAS 45/05/2026)
• Vereeniging – 3 posts (GP/SAS 46/05/2026)
• Residensia – 2 posts (GP/SAS 47/05/2026)

Mpumalanga – Grant Review locations

• Regional Office – 4 posts (SAS/MPU/26/21)
• Ehlanzeni District – 23 posts (SAS/MPU/26/22)
• Nkangala District – 25 posts (SAS/MPU/26/23)
• Gert Sibande District – 20 posts (SAS/MPU/26/24)
• Bushbuckridge District – 14 posts (SAS/MPU/26/25)

Total Mpumalanga Grant Review posts: 86

Debt Management Clerk details

These posts focus on financial administration and debt recovery.

• Salary Level 5 – R228 321 – R279 708 p.a. plus 37 % in lieu of benefits
• Gauteng – 5 posts (GP/SAS 48/05/2026)
• Mpumalanga – 3 posts (SAS/MPU/26/26 & SAS/MPU/26/27)
• Key duties: register grant‑review files, verify documents, quality‑assure financial records, process write‑offs, support audits, and assist with statements.

Final thoughts

This is one of the biggest temporary government hiring rounds this year. Choose a location that is near you and double‑check that you have quoted the exact reference number.

Prepare a complete Z83 form, a focused CV, and all required documents, then submit them before the 01 June 2026 deadline. Acting early and submitting a tidy application will give you the best chance of moving forward.