SENIOR STATE ADVOCATE

National Prosecuting Authority

National Prosecutions Service

Reference number: Recruit 2026/216
Salary: R1 242 915 – R1 934 208 per annum (LP-9), (Total cost package)
Centre: DPP: Johannesburg
Province: Mpumalanga
Closing date: 3 August 2026
Circular: No 25 of 2026

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Requirements

An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least eight (8) years post qualification legal 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. Five (5) years’ experience in legal practice will be an added advantage. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Decision making ability. Computer literacy and knowledge of programs in MS Office. A valid driver's license.

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 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. Attend to representations, prepare opinions and head of arguments and argue cases in 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. Ensure accurate statistics and good governance. Mentor and coach junior staff and quality check their work. Participate in the performance assessment of staff being mentored. Provide appropriate guidance and direction and issue proper instructions to the Advocates/Prosecutors/ SAPS/DPCI on all aspects of work. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system. Provide appropriate guidance.

Where to send your application

DDPP: Middelburg e mail: Recruit2026215@npa.gov.za DPP: Johannesburg e mail: Recruit2026216@npa.gov.za

Enquiries

DDPP: Middelburg Tebogo Mashile Tel No: (013) 045 0686 DPP: Johannesburg R Swarts Tel No: (011) 220 4114

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 25 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 17 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 July 2026.

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