The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially opened applications for over 90 contract job opportunities in the Free State region. These positions are ideal for candidates with relevant qualifications looking to work in government.
These roles offer competitive salaries, valuable experience, and the opportunity to work in a structured and professional environment.
📌 Closing Date: 17 April 2026
💼 Available Positions
1. Contract Workers: Grants Administration (x80 Posts)
- Salary: R228,321 – R268,950 per year
- Contract Duration: 12 Months
- Level: 05
- Location: Free State (Multiple districts)
2. Contract Workers: Debt Management (x13 Posts)
- Salary: R228,321 – R268,950 per year
- Contract Duration: 12 Months
- Level: 05
- Location: Various districts & regional office
💰 Salary Breakdown (Monthly Estimate)
- 💵 R228,321 per year ≈ R19,000 per month
- 💵 R268,950 per year ≈ R22,400 per month
✔ Plus 37% in lieu of benefits
🎓 Minimum Requirements
For Grants Administration:
- NQF Level 6 qualification (360 credits)
- Fields accepted:
- Business Management
- Public Administration
- Financial Management
- Computer Science
- Social Sciences
- Marketing
- Project Management
- Computer literacy required
For Debt Management:
- NQF Level 6 in:
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Management
- Computer literacy required
🧾 Key Duties
Grants Administration:
- Assist clients with grant applications
- Manage queues and client flow
- Support digital systems and biometric processes
- Handle file management and digitisation
- Ensure compliance and performance standards
Debt Management:
- Manage debt records and repayment tracking
- Contact and follow up with debtors
- Compile financial reports and spreadsheets
- Support debt collection processes
📍 Job Locations
Positions are available across multiple Free State areas including:
- Bloemfontein
- Welkom
- Sasolburg
- Bethlehem
- Botshabelo
- QwaQwa
- Kroonstad
- Thabong
- Harrismith
- Ficksburg
- And many more
📌 Each location has its own reference number – ensure you apply correctly.
⚠️ Important Notes
- Applications must include:
- CV
- Completed Z83 Form
- Certified ID copy
- Certified qualifications
- If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted (criminal, qualifications, etc.)
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
📨 How to Apply
Application Advert : https://www.sassa.gov.za/vacancies/Documents/Free%20State%20External%20Advert.pdf
Applicants must hand deliver their applications to:
📍 SASSA Office
Iustitia Building, Corner St Andrew & Aliwal Street
Bloemfontein
OR submit to your nearest SASSA office in Free State
📌 Make sure to include the correct reference number
📌 Why You Should Apply
- ✔ Government job experience
- ✔ Competitive salary (R19k – R22k/month)
- ✔ No long-term commitment (12-month contract)
- ✔ Opportunity for future government roles
🚀 Final Thoughts
These SASSA vacancies are a great opportunity for graduates and individuals with relevant qualifications to gain experience in the public sector. With over 90 posts available, your chances are higher if you apply early.
👉 Don’t wait — apply before the deadline!
📢 Disclaimer
This is a summary of the official SASSA advert.
Applications are 100% FREE — never pay anyone to apply for jobs.