Job details

Circular: 29 of 2026
Page No.: 8–9

Circular Post: 29/71
Department: National Prosecuting Authority
Closing date: 31 August 2026

About this vacancy

This advert contains combined vacancy information. Review the source-supplied values below; they are not automatically paired into individual positions.

Applications close on 31 August 2026.

Application and salary information

Salary

R970 221 – R1 600 893 per annum (Level LP- 7 to LP-8), (Total cost package)

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Vacancy information

This advert contains combined vacancy information. Values are shown as supplied and are not paired into positions unless the source stores that relationship explicitly.

Centre: CPP: Bloemfontein (Phuthadijhaba)
Salary information: R970 221 – R1 600 893 per annum (Level LP- 7 to LP-8), (Total cost package)

Requirements

12 requirements · official circular text

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 in prosecution/litigation of Sexual Offences, Criminal Procedure, Civil litigation and management of Gender based violence matters.
Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
Experience in guiding criminal investigations and giving instructions in law and statutory offences.
Drafting charge sheets and complex court documents.
Ability to act independently without constant supervision.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Decision making ability.
Computer literacy and knowledge of programs in MS Office.
A valid driver’s licence.

Duties

13 duties · official circular text

To institute and conduct criminal proceedings on behalf of the State, to perform any act incidental thereto and to carry out the duties and functions assigned to the prosecution under any Act and/or the Policy Manual and/or any other directives inter alia, study case dockets, decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings, including proceedings of an advanced or complex nature in the dedicated Sexual Offences Courts.
Prepare cases for court, guide investigations and consult with witnesses, draft charge sheets and other court documents including documents that are more complex in nature.
Present the States’ case in court.
Present evidence, cross-examine and address the court on, inter alia, conviction and sentence.
To ensure criminal and civil litigation in compliance with requirements legally imposed upon the State regarding aspects of criminal and civil activities relevant to the mandate of the National Prosecuting Authority on the management of Gender based violence and all matters incidental thereto.
To track, monitor and facilitate cases through the Criminal Justice System, manage the court rolls at dedicated Sexual Offences Courts.
Securing the attendance of witnesses, investigating officers’ and accused in custody at court.
Ensuring a reduction of turnaround time in the finalization of cases in line with the mandate of NPA.
Assist to improve functional relationships with stakeholders.
Constant follow up with the relevant stakeholders.
Assist to improve the conviction rate.
Supervise, train and develop relevant role-players where required.
Submit monthly reports (including statistics) regarding performance management.

Enquiries

Lemmer Ludwick Tel No: (051) 410 6001

How to apply

Where and how to submit your application.

e mail: Recruit2026273@npa.gov.za

Notes and Z83 guidance

Applicants must apply by submitting applications on the most recent Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/ and a comprehensive CV ONLY (with detailed experience information).
Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA (only when shortlisted). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation (only when shortlisted).
All applications must reach the NPA on/or before the closing date.
No late applications will be accepted/processed. Documents should not be password protected, and ZIP files will be blocked. The NPA cannot be held responsible for server delays.
All applications must reach the NPA on/or before the closing date.
No late applications will be accepted/processed. The applicant’s attention is drawn to the fact that the NPA uses an Electronic Response Handling System in terms of e-mailed applications. Please do not contact the NPA directly after you have e-mailed your applications to enquire if your application(s) have been received. If you have not received an acknowledgement of receipt within one week after the closing date, then you can contact the NPA. The NPA reserves the right not to fill any particular position. If you do not hear from us within (6) six months from the closing date of the advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Successful candidates will be subjected to a security clearance of at least confidential. Appointment to this position will be provisional, pending the issue of security clearance. Fingerprints will be taken on the day of the interview. The social media accounts of shortlisted applicants may be accessed as part of the verification process. A valid driver’s license will be a requirement where applicable.
All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments which are, a practical exercise and an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
All SMS posts will be subjected to a lifestyle audit. SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the NPA.
All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. A pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is required for all SMS applicants for Public Service Act positions in the NPA (SMS pre-entry certificate to be submitted prior to appointment). NPA Act appointments are exempted from the pre-entry certificate requirement. This is a Public Service specific training programme. The name of the course is Certificate for entry into the SMS. The full details can be sourced from the link https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/..
Applicants are advised that from 1 January 2021 a new application form for employment (Z83) is in use. The new application for employment form can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies. From 1 January 2021 should an application be received using the incorrect (old) application for employment (Z83), it will not be considered. NB!
Applicants who are successful must please note that the NPA is not in a position to pay resettlement costs. ERRATUM: DPP: Pietermaritzburg – Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions with Recruit 2026/206; Strategy Management: Knowledge Information Officer with Recruit 2026/250 and OWP: Mpumalanga (Witbank) – Assistant Director: Asset; Fleet and Facilities with Recruit 2026/244 advertised in circular 25 of 2026 on 17 July 2026 are hereby withdrawn.

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Official source

This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 29 of 2026 for reference.

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Original Text

POST 29/71 : STATE ADVOCATE REF NO: RECRUIT 2026/273 Sexual Offences and Community Affairs
SALARY : R970 221 – R1 600 893 per annum (Level LP- 7 to LP-8), (Total cost package)
CENTRE : CPP: Bloemfontein (Phuthadijhaba)
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 in prosecution/litigation of Sexual Offences, Criminal Procedure, Civil litigation
and management of Gender based violence matters. Demonstrable
competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with
Credibility. Experience in guiding criminal investigations and giving instructions in law and statutory offences. Drafting charge sheets and complex court
documents. Ability to act independently without constant supervision. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Decision making ability. Computer
literacy and knowledge of programs in MS Office. A valid driver’s licence.
DUTIES : To institute and conduct criminal proceedings on behalf of the State, to perform any act incidental thereto and to carry out the duties and functions assigned to
the prosecution under any Act and/or the Policy Manual and/or any other directives inter alia, study case dockets, decide on the institution of and
conduct criminal proceedings, including proceedings of an advanced or complex nature in the dedicated Sexual Offences Courts. Prepare cases for
court, guide investigations and consult with witnesses, draft charge sheets and other court documents including documents that are more complex in nature.
Present the States’ case in court. Present evidence, cross-examine and address the court on, inter alia, conviction and sentence. To ensure criminal
and civil litigation in compliance with requirements legally imposed upon the
State regarding aspects of criminal and civil activities relevant to the mandate of the National Prosecuting Authority on the management of Gender based
violence and all matters incidental thereto. To track, monitor and facilitate cases through the Criminal Justice System, manage the court rolls at dedicated
Sexual Offences Courts. Securing the attendance of witnesses, investigating officers’ and accused in custody at court. Ensuring a reduction of turnaround
time in the finalization of cases in line with the mandate of NPA. Assist to improve functional relationships with stakeholders. Constant follow up with the
relevant stakeholders. Assist to improve the conviction rate. Supervise, train and develop relevant role-players where required. Submit monthly reports
(including statistics) regarding performance management.
ENQUIRIES : Lemmer Ludwick Tel No: (051) 410 6001
APPLICATIONS : e mail: Recruit2026273@npa.gov.za