SASSA Head Office Jobs 2026 | Senior Manager R1.5M & Budget Manager R1M Pretoria

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is inviting top-tier professionals to apply for 2 permanent, high-salary positions at SASSA Head Office in Pretoria. If you’re passionate about public service, data-driven leadership, and managing multi-million rand budgets that impact millions of South Africans, these SMS-level roles are your next career move.

SASSA delivers grants and social security to over 18 million beneficiaries monthly. As a Senior Manager or Budget Manager here, you won’t just push papers – you’ll shape national policy, drive digital transformation, and ensure vulnerable citizens get paid on time. This is leadership with real purpose + R1.5M salary package.

Position 1: Senior Manager – Beneficiary Maintenance | R1.3M – R1.5M

Reference: SAS HO14/06/26-21 | Location: SASSA Head Office, Pretoria | Type: Permanent SMS

Salary Package

R1,317,384 – R1,551,807 per annum all-inclusive benefits package. SMS Level 13 salary scale.

Minimum Requirements

• NQF Level 7 Degree/Diploma in Business Admin, IT, Information Management, Business Info Systems, Finance, or BCom Analytics – SAQA accredited
• Mandatory: SMS Pre-entry Programme Nyukela Certificate from National School of Government
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience at middle or senior management level

Added Advantage

• Certification in Data Mining, Data Analytics, or Data Science
• Practical experience in data analysis, systems development, or beneficiary systems

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage national beneficiary maintenance processes for 18M+ grant recipients
• Ensure 100% accuracy, integrity, and completeness of beneficiary records across SOCPEN system
• Drive digital transformation: process automation, system modernization, AI for fraud detection
• Develop national strategies for beneficiary records management and data governance
• Strengthen governance frameworks, compliance, and organizational performance
• Manage staff development, performance, and operational resources for large teams
• Conduct advanced data analysis and triangulation to support executive decision-making

Position 2: Manager – Budget Administration & Reporting | R932K – R1.1M

Reference: SAS HO14/06/26-22 | Location: Head Office Pretoria | Type: Permanent – Re-advertisement

Salary Package

R932,292 – R1,098,195 per annum all-inclusive package. MMS Level 11.

Minimum Requirements

• NQF Level 7 qualification in Cost & Management Accounting, Accounting, or Financial Management
• 3-5 years relevant Management Accounting experience at middle management level

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor budgets and expenditure across SASSA national, regional, and branch offices
• Conduct budget monitoring, variance analysis, and monthly financial reporting
• Coordinate annual budgeting processes and provide financial support to business units
• Manage key stakeholder relationships: National Treasury, AGSA, internal auditors
• Oversee regional and branch budgets worth billions of rands annually
• Ensure effective resource management and value-for-money within Finance unit

Desired Skills

Strong PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and National Treasury guidelines knowledge. Expert in budgeting, forecasting, expenditure management. Advanced Excel + ERP systems: Oracle, SAP. Strong financial analysis, reporting, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Why Join SASSA Head Office?

• Competitive SMS/MMS salary packages above private sector for public service
• Leadership development through Nyukela SMS programme and executive coaching
• National impact: Work on projects affecting millions of grant beneficiaries
• Diverse & inclusive environment with strong Employment Equity commitment
• Job security + pension benefits in government with career progression to DG level

How to Apply – 100% Free Direct Application

SASSA does NOT charge application fees. Beware of scams. Apply by email only with merged PDF.

Senior Manager Beneficiary Maintenance – Ref SAS HO14/06/26-21

Email to: Salomeapplications@sassa.gov.za
Subject line: Application: Senior Manager Beneficiary Maintenance SAS HO14/06/26-21

Manager Budget Administration – Ref SAS HO14/06/26-22

Email to: Patrickapplications@sassa.gov.za
Subject line: Application: Manager Budget Administration SAS HO14/06/26-22

Required Documents – Merge into ONE PDF:

1. Comprehensive CV with full employment history, qualifications, references
2. Fully completed New Z83 Form – available on dpsa.gov.za

Include in CV: Race, gender, ID number, computer literacy, driver’s licence details

Important Application Notes

• Closing Date: 29 June 2026 at 16:00 – Late applications rejected
• Only emailed applications accepted. No hand delivery
• All appointments subject to qualification verification, criminal, credit, reference checks
• Persons with disabilities strongly encouraged to apply
• Preference per SASSA Employment Equity Plan for designated groups
• No feedback in 3 months = unsuccessful