STATE ADVOCATE

National Prosecuting Authority

National Prosecutions Services

Reference number: Recruit 2026/21
Salary: R970 221 - R1 600 893 per annum (Level LP- 7 to LP-8), (Total cost package)
Centre: DPP: Mpumalanga (OCC)
Province: Northern Cape
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 five (5) years post qualification legal experience in legal practice and/or regional court prosecution. Litigation experience with regard to common law offences such as serious violent crimes, syndicate drug dealing, organised robberies with aggravated circumstances, fraud, theft, commercial crimes and corruption. Knowledge of and or experience in the litigation of the Prevention of Organized Crime Act (POCA) and related matters. Proficiency in Prosecuting or litigation experience in racketeering and gang related matters will be an added advantage. 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 guiding investigations in complex or more difficult matters. Strong computer skills and knowledge of programs in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. Written and verbal communication skills. A valid drivers’ licence.

Duties

Study case dockets, decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings. Deal with any representations. Guide investigations in organised crime complex or more difficult matters, including commercial matters. Prepare cases for court, including acquisition of additional evidence and draft charge sheets, indictments, heads of argument, opinions and all other court documents. Represent the state in all courts, lead and cross examine witnesses, address the court on inter alia, conviction and sentence. Manage court and case flow management of cases independently. Study and deal with appeals and reviews. Manage any portfolio assigned by the Deputy Director managing the OCC. Mentor and guide DPCI and SAPS investigating officers, prosecutors and stakeholders. Assist in high profile matters and 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. Mentor and coach junior staff and quality check their work. Participate in the performance assessment of staff being mentored.

Where to send your application

DPP: Kimberley e mail: Recruit2026230@npa.gov.za DPP: Mpumalanga e mail: Recruit2026218@npa.gov.za DPP: Limpopo e mail: Recruit2026261@npa.gov.za

Enquiries

DPP: Kimberley Nicholas Mogongwa Tel No: (053) 807 4539 DPP: Mpumalanga Tebogo Mashile Tel No: (013) 045 0686 DPP: Limpopo Thuba Thubakgale Tel No: (015) 045 0285

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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