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STATE ADVOCATE REF NO: RECRUIT 2026/333 (Re-advert) National Prosecutions Service
National Prosecuting Authority
Pay
R 970 221 - R 1 600 893 per year
Location
DPP: Kimberley (STU)
a government employer is hiring a STATE ADVOCATE REF NO: RECRUIT 2026/333 (Re-advert) National Prosecutions Service in DPP: Kimberley (STU). Public Service. You apply with a Z83 on the official site.
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- Closing date known
Vacancy details
Post
35/120
Salary
R970 221 - R1 600 893 per annum (Level LP- 7 to LP-8), (Total cost package)
Centre
DPP: Kimberley (STU)
Requirements
An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998. At least five (5) years’ post qualification legal experience. At least five (5) years relevant criminal court work experience in advocacy and drafting. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Well-developed skills in legal research. Good interpersonal, analytical, organizational and communication skills. General computer literacy required. Excellent administrative skills. Extensive prosecutorial/litigation experience with regard to common law offences such as fraud, theft, forgery and uttering, commercial crimes and related matters. Proficiency in prosecuting, 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 and train prosecutors and stakeholders Ability to act independently without supervision and manage court and case flow management independently. Required to travel to courts across the province to prosecute tax cases as and when required. Valid driver’s licence.
Duties
Study case dockets, make assessments thereof and decide on the institution of prosecution. Deal with any representations. Guide investigations in complex or more difficult tax matters, including commercial matters. 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. Manage court and case flow management of cases independently. Study and deal with appeals and reviews. Prepare opinions and heads of argument for complex matters and argue cases in the appropriate court. Appear in court in motion application pertaining to criminal matters and general conduct prosecutions on behalf of the state. Mentor and guide investigating officers, prosecutors, and stakeholders. Assist in keeping proper records, statistics, and reports. Assist in high profile tax matters or matters where an increased risk element is present. Manage any portfolio assigned by the Deputy Director managing the STU. Consult on a regular basis with all the relevant stakeholders, including SARS officials. Promote partner integration, 78 community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in criminal justice system.
Enquiries
Phumelele Sali Tel No: (053) 807 4521
Applications
e mail: Recruit2026333@npa.gov.za
Reference
RECRUIT 2026/333 (Re-advert) National Prosecutions Service
Closing date
2026-10-19
Circular
Circular 35 of 2026