SENIOR STATE ADVOCATE

National Prosecuting Authority

National Prosecutions Service

Reference number: RECRUIT 2026/225
Salary: R1 242 915 – R1 934 208 per annum (LP-9), (Total cost package)
Centre: DPP: Bloemfontein
Province: Free State
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. Good advocacy and legal drafting skills. Good knowledge of civil and / or criminal procedure. Willing to travel and work extended hours. Competency in guiding investigations, drafting charge sheets, indictments and court documents and dealing with representations. 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. Advise the police on the investigation matters. 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. Mentor and coach junior staff and quality check their work. Participate in the performance assessment of staff being mentored.

Where to send your application

e mail: Recruit2026225@npa.gov.za

Enquiries

Lemmer Ludwick Tel No: (051) 410 6001

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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