This vacancy has closed. It closed on 31 August 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

SENIOR STATE ADVOCATE (TRC)

National Prosecuting Authority

National Prosecutions Services

Reference number: RECRUIT 2026/266
Salary: R1 242 915 – R1 934 208 per annum (LP-9), (Total cost package)
Centre: DPP: Makhanda (Grahamstown)
Province: Eastern Cape
Closing date: 31 August 2026
Circular: No 29 of 2026

Requirements

An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least eight years’ post qualification legal experience, in 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. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required. Experience with MS Teams and Power BI will be an advantage. Ability to act independently without constant supervision. Must have good administrative skills. Able to work under pressure, which may involve long hours. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Adaptability, communication and teamwork are also required in respect of working with other role-players. Knowledge and experience on TRC matters will be an added advantage. A valid driver’s licence.

Duties

Study the recommendations of the TRC (including relevant volumes of the TRC and its final report, related articles, video clips and records and all exhibits and documents handed in at the hearings, trials, inquests, proceedings), pertaining to allocated TRC matters. Consider the recommendations of the TRC and related matters. Provide guidance to dedicated TRC investigating officers. Drafting documents pertaining to access to crime scenes, court documents, documents and exhibits in possession of other state departments, universities, non- governmental organisations and other assistance as may be required by investigators. Conduct research, drafting of legal documents and attend to representations arising out of TRC matters. Make legal decisions in accordance with the law, policies and justice. Assist with the preparation of charge sheets/indictments where applicable. Co-operate and engage with all relevant stakeholders and colleagues pertaining to TRC matters. Make legal decisions in accordance with the law, NPA prosecution policies and directives. Also conduct research, prepare reports, and draft legal opinions, policies, stakeholder engagements, meetings and projects. Monitor, analyse and report on performance information and statistics. Assist with the development of strategic, operational and implementation plans. Identify and resolve challenges affecting the performance of the NPA.

Where to send your application

e mail: Recruit2026266@npa.gov.za

Enquiries

Nomfuneko Ntapane Tel No: (046) 602 3000

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 29 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 14 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 7 September 2026.

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