Pensions Administrator – Operations – FSD X5 at South African Reserve Bank

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) is inviting suitably qualified and experienced candidates to apply for the position of Pensions Administrator – Operations – FSD X5. The position is based at the SARB Head Office in Pretoria, Gauteng, and offers an opportunity for an individual with experience in pensions administration and financial services to contribute to the administration of retirement fund operations.

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The position is classified under the Administration job category and is available on a full-time, day-shift basis. Five positions are indicated as available under the job title.

Position: Pensions Administrator – Operations – FSD X5
Job Identification: 1645
Job Category: Administration
Location: Head Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0002
Work Arrangement: On-site
Job Type: Full-time
Job Schedule: Day shift
Degree Level: NQF 6 – National Diploma or Advanced Certificate
Positions Available: 5
Posting Date: 6 October 2026
Closing Date: 20 October 2026 at 23:55

The Pensions Administrator will be responsible for carrying out a range of pension administration activities while ensuring that work is performed in accordance with applicable retirement fund legislation, regulations, rules, policies and established procedures.

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The role requires an individual who can handle administrative responsibilities accurately, communicate effectively with members and stakeholders, and work within established processes. Attention to detail is particularly important because the position involves pension-related information, claims, payment instructions, data capturing and record-keeping.

The successful candidate will also be expected to develop knowledge of pension administration and identify opportunities to improve personal work methods and practices.

The successful candidate will perform pension administration duties, including providing retirement benefits counselling and processing claims. All pension-related activities must be completed in accordance with relevant retirement fund legislation, regulations, fund rules and organisational policies.

The position also involves preparing and providing information within a defined context. This information will assist trustees and other relevant stakeholders with effective decision-making.

General administration forms another important part of the position. Duties may include preparing payment instructions, capturing data and maintaining accurate records. These responsibilities contribute to the smooth and efficient operation of the section.

Another key responsibility is engaging with members of the SARB Retirement Fund and other stakeholders. The successful candidate must demonstrate a service-oriented approach and be able to gather, communicate and explain information fluently.

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The role also requires a proactive approach to learning. The appointed candidates will be expected to broaden their knowledge of pension administration and demonstrate a willingness to improve their work methods and practices.

Candidates will need to evaluate their own performance against established criteria, identify task-specific learning needs and take appropriate steps to address those needs.

The successful candidate will also work independently within established practices, processes, rules and regulations. Compliance with relevant standards, policies and guidelines will be essential when completing assigned tasks.

Applicants interested in the Pensions Administrator position must meet the stated educational requirements.

Candidates must have one of the following:

• A National Diploma in Financial Management or a related field; or
• An Advanced Certificate at NQF…