SENIOR STATE ADVOCATE

National Prosecuting Authority

National Prosecutions Services

Reference number: RECRUIT 2026/220
Salary: R1 242 915 – R1 934 208 per annum (LP-9), (Total cost package)
Centre: DPP: Johannesburg (STU)
Province: Gauteng
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. At least 6 years of relevant criminal court work experience in advocacy and drafting. Well-developed skills in legal research. Good interpersonal, analytical, organisational and communication skills. General computer literacy required. Excellent administrative skills. Assist with the Performance management and assessments of staff. Proficiency in prosecuting or litigation experience regarding commercial crimes, Fraud, Theft and other common law/statutory offences relating to tax evasion is essential. Knowledge of legislation relating to Income Tax, VAT, PAYE as well as the Tax Administration Act and the Customs and Excise Act required. Knowledge of Company Law. Competency in guiding investigations in complex or more difficult matters, including commercial matters, drafting charge sheets, indictments and court documents, dealing with representations and conducting motion proceedings. The ability to mentor, train and quality check the work of Advocates. Ability to act independently without supervision and manage court and case flow management independently. Required to travel to courts across the Division to prosecute tax cases as and when required. Valid driver`s license is required.

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 directives, inter alia, to study case dockets, decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings of a complex nature. Prepare cases for court by inter alia guiding the investigation, consulting with witnesses and acquiring additional evidence. Draft charge sheets and indictments. Deal with any representations. Present the State’s case in court. Present evidence, cross-examine and address the court on inter alia, conviction and sentence. Study appeals and reviews, prepare opinions and heads of argument for complex matters and argue cases in the appropriate court with right of appearance. Appear in court in motion applications pertaining to criminal matters and in general conduct prosecutions on behalf of the State. Perform all duties, including administrative duties and specific tasks assigned by the supervisor, related thereto in accordance with the Code of Conduct, policy, and directives of the National Prosecuting Authority. Supervise and manage performance of State Advocate(s) (if so required). Conduct performance assessments of staff (if so required). Quality check work of Advocates. Mentor and guide Advocates, prosecutors, and stakeholders. Assist in the keeping of proper records/statistics in relation to all criminal prosecutions conducted by the STU and assist in compilation of statistics/reports. Middle management, including appeals, court rolls (under supervision) and office inspections. Managing of allocated portfolio within STU. Assist Deputy Directors in high-profile matters or matters where an increased risk element is present. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system.

Where to send your application

e mail: Recruit2026220@npa.gov.za

Enquiries

Rosette 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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