STATE ADVOCATE

National Prosecuting Authority

Asset Forfeiture Unit

Reference number: RECRUIT 2026/231
Salary: R970 221 - R1 600 893 per annum (Level LP- 7 to LP-8), (Total cost package)
Centre: Kimberley
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 years post qualification legal experience. 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. Admitted as an Attorney in terms of the Attorney Act 53 of 1979. Excellent interpersonal, analytical, presentation and communication skills. Strong computer skills (Ms Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint). Professionalism and able to act independently. Willingness to travel and work extended hours. Excellent communication and administrative skills, as well as literacy and numeracy skills in so far as being able to understand profit and loss calculations and basic business finance. Ability to conduct legal research. Valid driver’s license.

Duties

Act as Attorney for the Asset Forfeiture Unit. Execute tasks that by law must be performed by Attorneys. Attend to diverse types of civil litigation in the High Court, Magistrate Courts as well as appeals from these courts, including appeals to the Supreme Court of Appeal. Deal with constitutional issues, including litigation in the Constitutional Court. Draft and / or settle all types of agreements render legal opinions, draft and move applications. Attend to queries from curators on litigation of Asset Forfeiture matters. Collect all taxed bills of all costs in favour of the state.

Where to send your application

e mail: Recruit2026231@npa.gov.za

Enquiries

Jennifer Jeftha Tel No: (012) 845 6419

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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