The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) is currently offering several job opportunities for individuals looking to build a career in law and criminal justice. As an equal opportunity employer, the NPA is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people with disabilities.
Below is a list of available vacancies at the NPA, including job titles, salary information, locations, requirements, and application details.
Available National Prosecuting Authority Vacancies
1. Senior State Advocate
- Reference Number: RECRUIT 2025/11
- Department: Specialised Commercial Crime Unit
- Salary: R1 132 806 – R1 762 857 per annum
- Location: Mmabatho
- Requirements:
- LLB degree
- At least 8 years of post-qualification experience in civil and/or criminal litigation
- Right of appearance as per section 25(2) of the NPA Act
- Extensive experience in prosecutorial litigation (fraud, theft, forgery, etc.)
- Duties:
- Conduct criminal proceedings on serious, complex, and organized commercial crime cases
- Guide investigations and draft charge sheets
- Application Email: Recruit202511@npa.gov.za
2. Senior Public Prosecutor
- Reference Number: RECRUIT 2025/12
- Department: National Prosecutions Service
- Salary: R1 132 806 – R1 762 857 per annum
- Location: CPP: Odi (Bafokeng)
- Requirements:
- LLB degree
- Minimum of 8 years of legal experience
- Proficiency in prosecution and guiding investigations
- Strong management and administrative skills
- Duties:
- Manage and guide lower-level prosecutors
- Train prosecutors in preparing case dockets and criminal proceedings
- Application Email: Recruit202512@npa.gov.za
3. Senior Public Prosecutor (Community Prosecution)
- Reference Number: RECRUIT 2025/13
- Department: National Prosecutions Service
- Salary: R1 132 806 – R1 762 857 per annum
- Location: DPP: Mmabatho
- Requirements:
- LLB degree with at least 8 years post-qualification litigation experience
- Strong knowledge of criminal procedure and public service legislation
- Ability to travel
- Duties:
- Develop crime prevention strategies in local communities
- Build relationships with stakeholders for local crime prevention initiatives
- Application Email: Recruit202513@npa.gov.za
4. Regional Court Control Prosecutor
- Reference Number: RECRUIT 2025/14
- Department: National Prosecutions Service
- Salary: R979 059 – R1 588 383 per annum
- Location: CPP: Odi (Moretele)
- Requirements:
- LLB degree with 6 years of post-qualification legal experience
- Experience in prosecuting in regional and district courts
- Duties:
- Manage and train prosecutors
- Guide investigations in criminal cases
- Application Email: Recruit202514@npa.gov.za
5. State Advocate
- Reference Numbers: RECRUIT 2025/15 (Mmabatho) & RECRUIT 2025/16 (Kimberley)
- Department: Specialised Commercial Crime Unit
- Salary: R884 268 – R1 459 071 per annum
- Requirements:
- LLB degree with 5 years post-qualification legal experience
- Right of appearance as per section 25(2) of the NPA Act
- Knowledge of civil and/or criminal law
- Duties:
- Conduct criminal proceedings and draft charge sheets
- Handle representations and appeals
- Application Emails:
- Mmabatho: Recruit202515@npa.gov.za
- Kimberley: Recruit202516@npa.gov.za
6. Financial Investigator
- Reference Number: RECRUIT 2025/25
- Department: Investigating Directorate Against Corruption
- Salary: R444 036 per annum
- Location: Pretoria (Head Office)
- Requirements:
- B Degree or Diploma in Forensic Investigation, Forensic Auditing, or Criminal Investigation
- At least 3 years of financial investigation experience
- Duties:
- Conduct financial investigations and case assessments
- Provide administrative support for case management
- Application Email: Recruit202525@npa.gov.za
7. Investigator
- Reference Number: RECRUIT 2025/26
- Department: Investigating Directorate Against Corruption
- Salary: R444 036 per annum
- Location: Pretoria (Head Office)
- Requirements:
- B Degree or Diploma in Policing or Criminal Investigation
- 5 years of criminal investigation experience
- Duties:
- Conduct strategic planning for criminal investigations
- Manage stakeholder relations in investigations
- Application Email: Recruit202526@npa.gov.za
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How to Apply for NPA Vacancies
- Download and Complete the Z83 Form:
- Prepare a Comprehensive CV:
- Include detailed work experience and relevant qualifications.
- Submit Applications to the Correct Email Address:
- Ensure you use the correct reference number for each vacancy.
- Application Deadline:
- Closing date: 17 February 2025
Important Notes:
- Late applications will not be accepted.
- Only shortlisted candidates will need to submit certified qualifications.
- The NPA reserves the right not to fill any position.
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The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) vacancies present a great opportunity for qualified individuals to contribute to South Africa’s legal and criminal justice system. With positions available in prosecution, investigations, financial forensics, and court administration, these jobs offer career growth, competitive salaries, and the chance to serve justice in the country.
