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    DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROSECUTIONS

    May 23, 20267 Mins Read
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    DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROSECUTIONS is a South African government vacancy at National Prosecuting Authority. This job is part of Circular 17 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: DPP: Pietermaritzburg Ref No: Recruit 2026/204 (Re-advert) DDPP: Middelburg Ref No: Recruit 2026/143 DDPP: Durban Ref No: Recruit 2026/144 | closing date: 08 June 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.


    Job details

    Circular Post No: 17/54
    Department: National Prosecuting Authority
    Closing Date: 08 June 2026

    Salary

    R1 563 183 per annum (Level 14), (total cost package)

    Centre

    DPP: Pietermaritzburg Ref No: Recruit 2026/204 (Re-advert) DDPP: Middelburg Ref No: Recruit 2026/143 DDPP: Durban Ref No: Recruit 2026/144

    Requirements

    • An LLB.
    • For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification.
    • At least ten (10) years’ post qualification experience in civil and/or criminal litigation.
    • Knowledge and experience in Strategic and Operations Management.
    • Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
    • Admission as an Attorney/Advocate will be an added advantage.
    • Good advocacy and legal drafting skills.
    • Knowledge of civil and/or criminal procedure.
    • Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998.
    • Good interpersonal, analytical, presentation and communication skills.
    • Computer skills.
    • Valid driver’s license.

    Duties

    • Manage the portfolio assigned by the Director of Public Prosecutions.
    • Manage, train and guide Advocates, Prosecutors and stakeholders in respect of all matters, including complex / high profile matters, in the high court, the highest court of appeal and the constitutional court.
    • Investigate and prosecute cases.
    • Provide legal oversight and guidance in investigation projects and legal casework.
    • Study case dockets and other documents relating to corruption matters, criminal matters, make and review decisions with regard to the institution of criminal proceedings.
    • 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.
    • Study appeals and reviews, prepare opinions and heads of argument and argue cases in the appropriate court.
    • Appear in motion applications pertaining to criminal matters.
    • Map out strategic planning for the division and lead staff members towards achieving the strategic objectives.
    • Oversee resources and align them to strategic objectives.
    • Development, performance management and assessment of staff members.
    • Deal with representations and complaints.
    • Ensure that a high standard of professional work is being carried out.
    • Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system.

    Enquiries

    DPP: Pietermaritzburg & DDPP: Durban Thabsile Radebe Tel No: (033) 392 DDPP: Middelburg Sello Dibakoane Tel No: (013) 045 0622

    Applications

    Where to send your application.

    DPP: Pietermaritzburg e mail: Recruit2026204@npa.gov.za DDPP: Middelburg e mail: Recruit2026143@npa.gov.za DDPP: Durban e mail: Recruit2026144@npa.gov.za

    Department Notes

    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 preentry assessments which are, a practical exercise and an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. 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. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency-based assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will test generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. 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: Deputy Director: Performance Information Management (Bloemfontein) with Recruit 2026/91 advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 11 dated 27 March 2026 is hereby withdrawn.

    Original Text
    POST 17/54 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROSECUTIONS National Prosecutions Services
    SALARY : R1 563 183 per annum (Level 14), (total cost package)
    CENTRE : DPP: Pietermaritzburg Ref No: Recruit 2026/204 (Re-advert) DDPP: Middelburg Ref No: Recruit 2026/143
    DDPP: Durban Ref No: Recruit 2026/144
    REQUIREMENTS : An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least ten (10) years’ post qualification experience in civil and/or
    criminal litigation. Knowledge and experience in Strategic and Operations
    Management. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently,
    Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Admission as an
    Attorney/Advocate will be an added advantage. Good advocacy and legal drafting skills. Knowledge of civil and/or criminal procedure. Right of
    appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998. Good interpersonal, analytical, presentation and communication skills. Computer
    skills. Valid driver’s license.
    DUTIES : Manage the portfolio assigned by the Director of Public Prosecutions. Manage, train and guide Advocates, Prosecutors and stakeholders in respect of all
    matters, including complex / high profile matters, in the high court, the highest court of appeal and the constitutional court. Investigate and prosecute cases.
    Provide legal oversight and guidance in investigation projects and legal casework. Study case dockets and other documents relating to corruption
    matters, criminal matters, make and review decisions with regard to the
    institution of criminal proceedings. 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. Study appeals and reviews, prepare opinions and heads of argument and argue cases in the appropriate court. Appear in motion
    applications pertaining to criminal matters. Map out strategic planning for the
    division and lead staff members towards achieving the strategic objectives.
    Oversee resources and align them to strategic objectives. Development, performance management and assessment of staff members. Deal with
    representations and complaints. Ensure that a high standard of professional work is being carried out. Promote partner integration, community involvement
    and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system.
    ENQUIRIES : DPP: Pietermaritzburg & DDPP: Durban Thabsile Radebe Tel No: (033) 392 DDPP: Middelburg Sello Dibakoane Tel No: (013) 045 0622
    APPLICATIONS : DPP: Pietermaritzburg e mail: Recruit2026204@npa.gov.za DDPP: Middelburg e mail: Recruit2026143@npa.gov.za
    DDPP: Durban e mail: Recruit2026144@npa.gov.za

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    Official source

    This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 17 of 2026 for reference.

    • View all jobs in DPSA Circular 17 of 2026
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    Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.

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