The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) is offering exciting job opportunities for qualified legal professionals across South Africa. The NPA is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you’re interested in a career in prosecution, legal advisory roles, or administrative support within the justice system, now is the time to apply.
The closing date for applications is 01 April 2025, and late applications will not be considered.
Available National Prosecuting Authority Vacancies
Here is a full list of NPA job vacancies currently open for applications:
1. Senior State Advocate (Multiple Locations)
- Salary: R1 132 806 – R1 762 857 per annum (LP-9)
- Locations:
- DPP Pretoria (Ref: Recruit 2025/77)
- DPP Mthatha (Ref: Recruit 2025/78) (Re-advertised)
- DPP Limpopo (Environmental Crime) (Ref: Recruit 2025/79)
- Pretoria – Head Office (Sexual Offences Community Affairs) (Ref: Recruit 2025/80) (2 Posts)
- Pretoria – Specialised Commercial Crime Unit (Ref: Recruit 2025/81)
- Limpopo – Specialised Commercial Crime Unit (Ref: Recruit 2025/82)
- Requirements:
- LLB degree with 8+ years of post-qualification legal experience.
- Right of appearance under the NPA Act (Section 25(2)).
- Experience in criminal litigation and environmental law (for the Environmental Crime post).
- Duties:
- Conduct complex prosecutions.
- Provide legal guidance to junior staff.
- Lead criminal investigations and prepare court cases.
2. Regional Court Control Prosecutor
- Salary: R979 059 – R1 588 383 per annum (SU-3)
- Location: CPP Odi (Mogwase) (Ref: Recruit 2025/83)
- Requirements:
- LLB degree with 6+ years of post-qualification legal experience.
- Experience in regional and district court prosecutions.
- Duties:
- Train and guide prosecutors.
- Manage court rolls and legal proceedings.
3. State Advocate (Multiple Locations)
- Salary: R884 268 – R1 459 071 per annum (LP-7 to LP-8)
- Locations:
- DPP Pretoria (Ref: Recruit 2025/84) (2 Posts)
- DPP Mthatha (Ref: Recruit 2025/85) (Specialised Tax Unit)
- Polokwane – Specialised Commercial Crime Unit (Ref: Recruit 2025/86) (2 Posts)
- DDPP Durban (Ref: Recruit 2025/87) (Organised Crime Cases)
- CPP Ntuzuma (Ref: Recruit 2025/88) (Sexual Offences & Domestic Violence) (Re-advertised)
- Requirements:
- LLB degree with 5+ years of post-qualification legal experience.
- Experience in criminal and civil litigation.
- Duties:
- Conduct and manage court proceedings.
- Handle high-profile criminal cases, including GBV and organised crime.
4. Regional Court Prosecutor (Multiple Locations)
- Salary: R597 753 – R1 374 714 per annum (LP-5 to LP-6)
- Locations:
- CPP Odi (Rustenburg) (Ref: Recruit 2025/89)
- CPP Odi (Mogwase) (Ref: Recruit 2025/90)
- CPP Mthatha (Ref: Recruit 2025/91)
- CPP Pietermaritzburg (Ref: Recruit 2025/92)
- CPP Polokwane (Lenyenye) (Ref: Recruit 2025/93)
- CPP Modimolle (Ref: Recruit 2025/94)
- CPP Port Shepstone (Kokstad) (Ref: Recruit 2025/98)
- CPP Durban (Ref: Recruit 2025/101)
- Requirements:
- LLB degree with 4+ years of post-qualification legal experience.
- Experience in criminal prosecutions.
- Duties:
- Represent the State in court.
- Handle criminal cases from investigation to finalisation.
5. District Court Control Prosecutor
- Salary: R597 753 – R1 374 714 per annum (SU-1 to SU-2)
- Locations:
- CPP Mthatha (Ntabankulu) (Ref: Recruit 2025/102) (Re-advertised)
- CPP East London (Ref: Recruit 2025/103)
- Requirements:
- LLB degree with 4+ years of post-qualification legal experience.
- Strong legal administration and case management skills.
- Duties:
- Supervise prosecutors.
- Oversee legal proceedings in district courts.
6. Head Control Prosecutor
- Salary: R597 753 – R1 374 714 per annum (SU-1 to SU-2)
- Location: CPP Nelspruit (Mhala) (Ref: Recruit 2025/104)
- Requirements:
- LLB degree with 4+ years of post-qualification legal experience.
- Ability to manage complex prosecutions.
- Duties:
- Lead the prosecution team in Mhala.
- Oversee criminal investigations and trials.
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How to Apply for National Prosecuting Authority Vacancies
To apply, follow these steps:
- Download the Z83 Form from the DPSA Website.
- Complete the Z83 Form and attach a detailed CV (no certified copies required at this stage).
- Email your application to the appropriate email address listed for each post.
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews and will need to provide certified copies of documents.
- Closing Date: 01 April 2025 – late applications will not be considered.
Important Notes
- People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- No hand-delivered applications will be accepted.
- If you do not hear back within six months, consider your application unsuccessful.
- All successful candidates will undergo security clearance and may be subject to a lifestyle audit.
The National Prosecuting Authority Vacancies 2025 present an excellent opportunity for legal professionals to contribute to South Africa’s justice system. With positions available nationwide, from Senior State Advocates to Regional and District Court Prosecutors, there is a role for individuals with varying levels of experience.
