Senior State Advocate Recruit 2025/501 (OCC) at National Prosecuting Authority

SALARY : R1 195 110.per annum (Total Cost Package) – R1 859 814.per annum (Total cost package) (LP-9)

REQUIREMENTS :

• An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification.
• At least eight (8) years post qualification legal experience in civil and/or criminal litigation. Five (5) years’ experience in legal practice will be added advantage. At least three (3) years’ experience in the prosecution of organised crime cases.
• Admission as an advocate or attorney will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998. High level of proficiency in prosecuting and presenting/arguing cases in court. Experience in guiding criminal investigations and giving instructions in law and statutory offences.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Good knowledge of and/or experience in the litigation of the Prevention of Organised Crime Act matters.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• A valid driver’s licence 36

DUTIES :

• Conduct prosecution of serious complex and organised crime cases and corruption matters.
• Advice the police on the investigation of serious, complex and organised crime matters and corruption matters.
• Conduct legal research and keep-up to date with legal developments.
• Draft charge sheets and other court documents and represent the state in all courts.
• Present cases in court, lead witnesses, cross examine and address the court on conviction and sentence.
• Appear in motion proceedings and do appeals and reviews. Generally, conduct prosecution on behalf of the state.