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  • Posted: Feb 4, 2025
    Deadline: Feb 17, 2025
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    Section 179(2) of the Constitution empowers the National Prosecuting Authority to institute criminal proceedings on behalf of the State and to carry out any necessary functions incidental to instituting criminal proceedings.
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    Senior State Advocate

    REQUIREMENTS :

    • An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least eight (8) years’ post qualification experience in civil and/or criminal litigation. 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.
    • Extensive prosecutorial or litigation experience with regard to common law offences such as fraud, theft, forgery and uttering, commercial crimes and related matters. Proficiency in prosecuting, guiding investigations in complex or more difficult matters, including commercial matters, drafting charge sheets, including indictments and court documents, dealing with representations.
    • Knowledge of asset forfeiture law will be an added advantage. Well-developed skills in legal research and legal drafting. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. General computer proficiency and knowledge of programs in MS Office. Good interpersonal, analytical, organization and communication skills.  

    DUTIES :

    • Study case dockets, decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings. Deal with any representations.
    • Conduct prosecution of serious, complex and organized commercial crime and corruption matters. Prepare cases for court including the acquisition of additional evidence and drafting charge sheets, indictments and other court documents.
    • Present the state’s case in court, including examination and cross-examination of witnesses and addressing the court on conviction and sentence.
    • Manage court and case flow management independently. Study and deal with appeals and reviews. Advise the police on the investigation of serious, complex and organized commercial crime cases and corruption matters. Be able to guide and supervise junior advocates.
    • Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system. 

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    Senior Public Prosecutor

    REQUIREMENTS :

    • An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least eight (8) years post qualification legal experience. Five (5) years’ experience in legal practice will be an added advantage.
    • Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Good management skills. Manage, give guidance to and train prosecutors.
    • Proficiency in prosecuting, guiding investigations and giving instructions in reasonably complex or more difficult common law and statutory offences. Able to draft charge sheets and complex court documents. Ability to act independently without constant supervision. Must have good administrative skills.  

    DUTIES :

    • Manage and supervise allocation of work and management of performance for lower level prosecutors including trainee Prosecutor. Train and guide Prosecutors including trainee Prosecutors and stakeholders in preparation of case dockets and deciding on the institution and conduct criminal proceedings.
    • Represent the State in all courts. Present and assist prosecutors including trainee Prosecutors in presentation of state’s case court, lead and cross examination of witnesses and address court on inter alia conviction and the like. Attend to representations and complaints.
    • Attend to instructions of the Chief Prosecutor and the Director of Public Prosecutions. Lead Prosecutors towards achieving strategic goals and operational targets set by NPA, DPP office and CPP.
    • Perform all duties including administrative duties related thereto, in accordance with code of conduct, policy directives of NPA. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice. 

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    Senior Public Prosecutor (Community Prosecution)

    REQUIREMENTS :

    • An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least eight (8) years post qualification litigation experience.
    • Demonstrate required competency in: Acting Independently, Professionally, be Accountable and act with Credibility. Knowledge of legislation and regulations pertaining to the public service specifically: The Constitution; Criminal Procedure Act; Public Service Act, relevant Regulations and other related Legislation. General management skills. Strategic management and stakeholder engagement expertise. People management and empowerment skills.
    • Good communication skills. Customer focus and responsiveness. Problem solving and decision making. Project management. Excellent administrative skills and report writing skills. Service delivery and innovation skills. Negotiation skills. Policy analysis and development of policy. Research, presentation, and facilitation skills. Must be able to travel in the DPP-division and nationally. Positive security clearance. Valid driver’s license is essential. 

    DUTIES :

    • Develop local crime prevention initiatives and strategies in line with the Community Prosecution Initiative (CPI). Contribute to crime prevention and community justice through this initiative.
    • Analyse local crime trends and dynamics of crime and insecurities of communities in respective DPP-divisions. Organize, execute, and participate in community prosecution events and meetings locally, provincially and nationally. Build strategic partnerships for local crime prevention initiatives.
    • Develop effective and efficient working relationships with internal and external stakeholders including current NPA Community Prosecution colleagues. Expand and increase the impact of the current CPI footprint in the division and nationally as a whole.
    • Provide and promote education about the law to targeted groups within this initiative. Promote effective collaboration, interaction and cultivate partnerships with- and between stakeholders.
    • Apply Batho Pele principles, Service Charter- and NPA processes. Participate, contribute, and represent the NPA at interdepartmental, local government, divisional and national structures. To monitor and evaluate statistical data and performance of initiatives implemented in the division where appointed. To develop and implement interventions in the divisions in line with the analysis of the statistical data.
    • To provide feedback and the submission of reports (as determined by the National Coordinator at Head Office), regarding the identification of initiatives, the implementation thereof, progress and management of all related activities and initiatives in respective divisions, to both the DPP and the Office of the National Head Office Coordinator.
    • Furthermore, it will be expected of the incumbent to also perform prosecutorial related duties such as prosecutor-guided investigations, the management of dockets, court and case management and the actual prosecution of related cases when required. 

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    Regioal Court Control Prosecutor

    REQUIREMENTS :

    • An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least six (6) years post qualification legal experience.
    • Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Good management skills. Must have the ability to act independently or within minimum supervision. Proficiency in prosecuting, guiding investigation and giving instructions in complex or more difficult common law and statutory offences in Regional and District Court.
    • Draft complex charge sheets and complex court documents. Good management skills. Must manage, give guidance and train prosecutors.  

    DUTIES :

    • Manage, train and give guidance to and train prosecutors.
    • Study case dockets, decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings. Maintenance matters and inquest of a general and more advanced nature in the Regional and District Court. Prepare cases for court and draft charge sheets and other proceedings for court.
    • Present and assist prosecutors to present the State’s case in court, to lead witnesses, cross examine and address the court on inter alia, conviction and sentence, and in general to conduct prosecutions on behalf of the State.
    • Perform all duties related thereto in accordance with the code of conduct, policy and directives of the NPA. Assist the Senior Public Prosecutor with the performance assessment of staff.
    • Perform general administrative duties of the office. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system. 

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    ​State Advocate

    CENTRE :

    • Mmabatho Ref No: Recruit 2025/15 
    • Kimberley Ref No: Recruit 2025/16 

    REQUIREMENTS :

    • An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998.
    • At least five (5) years’ post qualification legal experience. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Well-developed skills in legal research and legal drafting.
    • Good knowledge of civil and/or criminal procedure. Proficiency in prosecution, competency in guiding investigations, drafting charge sheets, indictments and court documents and dealing with representations. Knowledge of and skills in general prosecution. Good interpersonal, analytical, organisational and communication skills. Ability to act independently or with minimum supervision. A valid driver’s licence. 

    DUTIES :

    • Study case dockets. Decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings. Draft charge sheets, indictments and other court documents. Represent the State in all courts.
    • Prepare a case for court, including the acquisition of additional evidence, lead and cross examine witnesses, address the court on inter alia, conviction and sentence. Study and deal with appeals and reviews, attend to representations, prepare opinions and heads of arguments.
    • Conduct prosecution of serious, complex and organised commercial crime and corruption matters. Appear in court in motion applications pertaining to criminal matters and in general conduct prosecution on behalf of the state. Perform all duties related thereto in accordance with the code of conduct policy and directives of the NPA.
    • Identify and refer matters to AFU. 

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    ​State Advocate REF NO: Recruit 2025/17

    REQUIREMENTS :

    • An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998. At least five (5) years’ post qualification legal experience.
    • Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Well-developed skills in legal research and legal drafting. Good knowledge of civil and/or criminal procedure. Proficiency in prosecution, competency in guiding investigations, drafting charge sheets, indictments and court documents and dealing with representations.
    • Knowledge of and skills in general prosecution. 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. Written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.  

    DUTIES :

    • Study and guide the investigations in case dockets.
    • Decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings. Draft charge sheets, indictments and other court documents. Represent the State in all courts.
    • Prepare a case for court, including the acquisition of additional evidence and draft charge sheets and indictments.
    • Present the State’s case in court, lead and cross examine witnesses, address the court on, inter alia, conviction and sentence, study appeal and reviews.
    • Attend to representations, prepare opinions and heads of arguments and argue cases in the appropriate court. Appear in court in motion application pertaining to criminal matters and in general conduct prosecution on behalf of the state.
    • Perform all duties related thereto in accordance with the code of conduct policy and directives of the NPA. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system. 

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    ​State Advocate (STU) REF NO: Recruit 2025/18

    REQUIREMENTS 

    •  An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998. At least five (5) years’ post qualification legal experience with at least five (5) years relevant criminal court work experience in advocacy and drafting.
    • Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Extensive prosecutorial or litigation experience with regard to common law offences such as fraud, theft, forgery and uttering, commercial crimes and related matters. Proficiency in prosecuting, guiding investigations in complex or more difficult matters, including commercial matters. Knowledge of income Tax Act, VAT Act, Customs, Tax Administration Act, money laundering and Excise Act.
    • Knowledge and understanding of SARS functions and financial or accounting background. Interpersonal skills, Written and verbal communication skills. Administrative skills. Able to work extended hours. Drafting charge sheets, indictments and court documents, dealing with representations. Valid driver’s licence. 

    DUTIES :

    • Study case dockets, make assessments thereof and decide on the institution of prosecution. Deal with any representations. Guide investigations in complex or more difficult tax matters, including commercial matters. Prepare cases for court, including the acquisition of additional evidence and draft charge sheets, indictments, and court documents.
    • Present the State’s case in court, lead and cross examine witnesses, address the court on inter alia, conviction and sentence. Manage court and case flow management of cases independently. Study and deal with appeals and reviews.
    • Prepare opinions and heads of argument for complex matters and argue cases in the appropriate court. Appear in court in motion application pertaining to criminal matters and general conduct prosecutions on behalf of the state. Mentor and guide investigating officers, prosecutors, and stakeholders.
    • Assist in keeping proper records, statistics, and reports. Capture case information on ECMS. Assist in high profile tax matters or matters where an increased risk element is present. Manage any portfolio assigned by the Deputy Director managing the STU.
    • Consult on a regular basis with all the relevant stakeholders, including SARS officials. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in criminal justice system. 

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    Senior Investigator REF NO: Recriut 2025/19

    REQUIREMENTS :

    • An appropriate B -degree (NQF level 7) or Three (3) year Diploma (NQF level 6) in policing and/or criminal investigation related. At least ten (10) years criminal investigation experience with five  (5) years’ operational management experience.
    • Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Vocational training in advanced investigative techniques, intelligence analysis, money laundering, advanced corruption and financial crimes investigation. Certified Fraud Examiner or ICFP SA accreditation and/or experience in managing and directing forensic service providers in criminal and forensic matters are advantages. Experience in testifying in regional and superior courts (persons found to be unreliable witness in any court are disqualified from application).
    • Knowledge of the common law, legislation, and regulations, specifically: Zondo Commission Report. Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Recommendations for South Africa. National Anti-Corruption Strategy. Job knowledge, quality of work, communication, planning and execution. Management of human and financial resources. A valid driver’s licence.  

    DUTIES :

    • Provide strategic planning and implementation of criminal investigations.
    • Coordinate and manage stakeholder relations in relation to criminal investigations.
    • Ensure the conducting of criminal investigations within the allocated responsibilities of the investigations group.
    • Manage national criminal investigative projects and administrative functions. 

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    District Court Control Prosecutor

    REQUIREMENTS :

    • An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least four (4) years post qualification legal experience.
    • Demonstrable competency in acting Independently. Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Good management skills. Proficiency in Prosecuting, guiding investigations and giving instructions in reasonably complex or more difficult common law and statutory offenses in the District Court. Ability to draft charge sheets and complex court documents. Good administration skills. Good management skills. Organisational skills. Ability to work independently. 

    DUTIES :

    • Manage, train and give guidance to prosecutors. Study court dockets and decide on the institution of and conduct criminal, proceedings of a general and more advanced nature in both District and Regional Court.
    • Prepare cases for court and draft charge sheets and other proceedings for the court.
    • Present and assist Prosecutors to present the State’s case in court, to lead witness, cross-examine and address the court on, inter alia, conviction and sentence and in general conduct prosecutions on behalf of the State.
    • Perform all duties related thereof in accordance with the Code of Conduct, Policy and Directives of the National Prosecuting Authority.
    • Assist the Senior Public Prosecutor with the performance assessment of staff. Perform general administrative duties of the office. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the justice system. 

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    Head Control Prosecutor

    REQUIREMENTS :

    • An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least four (4) years’ post qualification legal experience.
    • Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Proficiency in prosecuting, guiding investigation and giving instructions in reasonably complex or more difficult common law and statutory offences in the lower courts. Proficiently drafting complex charge sheets and other complex court documents.
    • Must be able to act independently without constant supervision and manage court and case flow independently. Good management and administrative skills. General computer literacy with excellent knowledge of Ms Word, PowerPoint, Excel ad Outlook. High level of reliability. Ability to act with tact and discretion. Ability to identify and handle confidential matters. Knowledge of relevant legislations, policies, prescripts and procedures applicable in the public sector.  

    DUTIES :

    • Manage, train, and give guidance to prosecutors. Study case dockets, decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings. Maintenance matters and inquest of a general and more advanced nature in the Regional Court and District Court.
    • Prepare cases for court and draft charge sheets and other proceedings for court, present and assist prosecutors to present the State’s case in court, to lead witnesses, cross examine and address the court on inter-alia, conviction, and sentence, and in general to conduct prosecutions on behalf of the State.
    • Perform all duties related thereto in accordance with the Code of Conduct, Policy, and Directives of the National Prosecuting Authority. Assist the Senior Public Prosecutor with the performance assessment of staff.
    • Manage, control and attend to the administration of the office of the District Court. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice. 

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    Regional Court Prosecutor

    REQUIREMENTS :

    •   An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least four (4) years post qualification legal experience.
    • Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. The incumbent must have the ability to act independently or with minimum supervision. Proficiency in prosecuting.
    • Experience in guiding investigations and giving instructions in law and statutory offences in the Regional court. Good interpersonal skills. Good analytical skills. Good presentation skills. Good project management skills. Valid driver’s licence. 

    DUTIES :

    • Study case dockets. Decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings.
    • Draft charge sheets and other documents and represent the State in all courts. Lead witnesses, cross-examine and address the court on inter alia, conviction and sentence and in general to conduct prosecutions on behalf of the state. Perform general administrative duties of the office.
    • Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system. Perform all duties related thereto in accordance with the Code of Conduct, Policy, and Directives of the National Prosecuting Authority. 

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    Financial Investigator

    REQUIREMENTS :

    • An appropriate B Degree (NQF level 7) or Three (3) year Diploma (NQF level 6) in the following: Forensic Investigation, Forensic Auditing, Criminal Investigation or equivalent. At least three (3) years financial investigation or related experience.
    • Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Strategic capability and leadership, Administration skills, Communication, Planning and Prioritising, Customer focused and Responsiveness, Problem solving and Decision making. General management and project management skills.
    • Research skills. General computer literacy and knowledge of programs in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint). Valid driver’s licence.  

    DUTIES :

    • Conduct financial investigation assessment. Conduct case planning. Undertake stakeholder engagement. Provide administrative support services with regard to case management. 

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    Investigator REF NO: Recruit 2025/26

    REQUIREMENTS :

    • An appropriate B -degree (NQF level 7) or Three (3) year Diploma (NQF level 6) in policing and/or criminal investigation related. At least five (5) years’ criminal investigation experience with five (5) years operational experience. Vocational training in criminal investigations such as detective Learning programme and or other specialised courses.
    • Experience in testifying on criminal matters in at least the Lower Courts. (Persons that have been found as an unreliable witness in any court would not be considered). Strategic capability and leadership. General management skills. Administration skills, Planning and prioritising. Problem solving and decision making. And communication. Valid drivers’ licence.  

    DUTIES :

    • Provide strategic planning and implementation of criminal investigations.
    • Coordinate and manage stakeholder relations in relation to criminal investigations. Conduct criminal investigations as allocated to the investigation group.
    • Participate in national criminal investigative projects and administrative functions. 

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to National Prosecuting Authority on www.npa.gov.za to apply

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