SASSA Grant Reviews Contract Workers 2026–2027 (X89 Posts)

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced an exciting recruitment drive in the Mpumalanga Region, offering 86 Contract Worker: Grant Reviews positions and 3 Debt Management Clerk positions. These opportunities are aimed at individuals who are passionate about public service and want to contribute to ensuring that social grants are administered fairly, efficiently, and in accordance with South African legislation.

For many unemployed graduates and matriculants, this recruitment drive presents a valuable opportunity to gain experience within one of South Africa’s most important public institutions while earning a competitive salary package.

Quick Overview

Organisation: South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)

Region: Mpumalanga

Closing Date: 03 June 2026 at 16:00

Position 1: Contract Worker – Grant Reviews (Level 03)

• Number of Posts: 86
• Contract Duration: Until 31 March 2027
• Salary: R170 226 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits

Position 2: Debt Management Clerk (Level 05)

• Number of Posts: 3
• Contract Duration: Until 31 March 2027
• Salary: R228 321 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits

Grant Reviews Post Reference Numbers

• Mpumalanga Regional Office – 4 Posts
  • Ref No: SAS/MPU/26/21
• Ehlanzeni District – 23 Posts
  • Ref No: SAS/MPU/26/22
• Nkangala District – 25 Posts
  • Ref No: SAS/MPU/26/23
• Gert Sibande District – 20 Posts
  • Ref No: SAS/MPU/26/24
• Bushbuckridge District – 14 Posts
  • Ref No: SAS/MPU/26/25

Debt Management Clerk Reference Numbers

• Mpumalanga Regional Office – 2 Posts
  • Ref No: SAS/MPU/26/26
• Gert Sibande District – 1 Post
  • Ref No: SAS/MPU/26/27

Understanding the Grant Reviews Contract Worker Opportunity

SASSA periodically conducts grant reviews to verify that beneficiaries still meet the requirements for receiving social assistance.

The Contract Worker positions have been created specifically to assist with these review processes across Mpumalanga.

Successful candidates will help verify beneficiary information, process documentation, capture records, conduct validations, and support administrative functions associated with social grant reviews.

This role is ideal for:

• Matriculants seeking government work experience
• Graduates looking for public sector exposure
• Individuals with administrative skills
• Applicants interested in social development and community service
• Candidates with strong computer literacy

Because these positions involve dealing with sensitive beneficiary information, attention to detail and confidentiality are extremely important.

Contract Worker: Grant Reviews (86 Posts)

Salary

• R170 226 per annum
• Plus 37% in lieu of benefits

Contract Period

• Appointment until 31 March 2027

Locations and Reference Numbers

Mpumalanga Regional Office

• 4 Posts
• Reference Number: SAS/MPU/26/21

Ehlanzeni District

• 23 Posts
• Reference Number: SAS/MPU/26/22

Nkangala District

• 25 Posts
• Reference Number: SAS/MPU/26/23

Gert Sibande District

• 20 Posts
• Reference Number: SAS/MPU/26/24

Bushbuckridge District

• 14 Posts
• Reference Number: SAS/MPU/26/25

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must possess:

• Senior Certificate (Matric / NQF Level 4)
• Literacy and numeracy skills
• Computer literacy

Added Advantage

• NQF Level 6 qualification

Having a diploma or degree may strengthen your application, particularly where large numbers of applications are expected.

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be expected to:

• Conduct beneficiary screening
• Complete manual grant applications
• Perform file-level reviews and validations
• Assist beneficiaries in navigating service channels
• Verify documentation and information submitted for review
• Identify fair and immovable beneficiaries
• Conduct home visits where necessary
• Participate in mobile review operations
• Conduct interviews and review assessments
• Assist with mass review events
• Update beneficiary records in the SOCPEN system and related platforms
• Capture and maintain accurate grant data
• Identify cases involving:
  • Suspensions
  • Lapsing grants
  • Recovery of overpayments
  • Referrals for investigation
• Manage documentation filing and preparation
• Compile reports
• Scan and index records
• Ensure audit readiness
• Maintain confidentiality and data protection standards
• Support daily processing targets

These responsibilities provide valuable administrative and public service experience that can strengthen future government job applications.

Debt Management Clerk Vacancies (3 Posts)

Salary

• R228 321 per annum
• Plus 37% in lieu of benefits

Contract Duration

• Until 31 March 2027

Available Posts

Mpumalanga Regional Office

• 2 Posts
• Reference Number: SAS/MPU/26/26

Gert Sibande District

• 1 Post
• Reference Number: SAS/MPU/26/27

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must possess:

• Senior Certificate (NQF Level 4)
• Mathematics and Accounting passed subjects

OR

• NQF Level 6 qualification in a Finance-related environment

Additionally:

• Computer literacy is essential

Debt Management Clerk Duties

Successful candidates will:

• Register files received from grant reviews
• Conduct quality assurance checks on supporting documentation
• Verify completeness and accuracy of records
• Capture unallocated receipts for clearance
• Process write-offs on the BAS system
• Verify source documents
• Record debt information accurately
• Support debt management administration
• Assist with audit compliance
• Contribute to financial statement preparation

This position is particularly suitable for:

• Finance graduates
• Accounting graduates
• Public finance students
• Administrative professionals with financial knowledge

Application Addresses

Mpumalanga Regional Office

Attention: Manager HCM

Postal Address:
Private Bag X11320
Nelspruit
1200

Hand Delivery:
SASSA House
Mbombela
18 Ferreira Street
Nelspruit
1200

Enquiries:

• Mr T.A Mahlahela
• Ms Z.P Thabethe

Tel:

• 013 754 9423
• 013 754 9337

Ehlanzeni District

Attention: Manager HCM Postal

Postal Address:
Private Bag X11230
Nelspruit
1200

Hand Delivery:
No. 41 Bester Street
Old SARS Building
Nelspruit
1200

or

SASSA House
Mbombela
18 Ferreira Street
Nelspruit
1200

Enquiries:

• Ms N.N Sambo
• Mr S Madolo

Tel:

• 013 799 7060
• 013 799 7090

Nkangala District

Attention: Manager HCM Postal

Postal Address:
Private Bag X11230
Nelspruit
1200

Hand Delivery:
No. 06 Athlone Street
Gerry Manns
SASSA House
Emalahleni
1035

or

SASSA House
Mbombela
18 Ferreira Street
Nelspruit
1200

Enquiries:

• Ms M.T Sibule
• Mr T.A Mahlahela

Tel:

• 013 285 0632
• 013 754 9423

Gert Sibande District

Attention: Manager HCM Postal

Postal Address:
Private Bag X11230
Nelspruit
1200

Hand Delivery:
Old Absa Building
1st Floor
35 Joubert Street
Ermelo
2350

or

SASSA House
Mbombela
18 Ferreira Street
Nelspruit
1200

Enquiries:

• Mr M.W Luphoko
• Ms S. Masina

Tel:

• 017 285 0616
• 017 285 0619

Bushbuckridge District

Attention: Manager HCM Postal

Postal Address:
Private Bag X11230
Nelspruit
1200

Hand Delivery:
Stand No. A340
R40 Road
Next to Astron Filling Station
Bushbuckridge
1270

or

SASSA House
Mbombela
18 Ferreira Street
Nelspruit
1200

Enquiries:

• Ms A. Ngomane
• Mr Mathebula R

Tel:

• 013 754 9434
• 013 754 9414

How to Apply

Applicants must submit:

• Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Completed New Z83 Application Form
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Certified copies of academic qualifications

Complete here  New Z83 Application Form

Important:

• Quote the correct reference number for the position you are applying for.
• Applications must clearly indicate the advertised post.
• Include contactable references.
• Include details of work experience where applicable.
• Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA before appointment.

Only posted and hand-delivered applications will be accepted.

Applications submitted after the closing date will not be considered.

Closing Date: 03 June 2026 at 16:00

For hand-delivered applications, submissions must be made before 16:00.