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REGIONAL COURT CONTROL PROSECUTOR

National Prosecuting Authority

Salary band

R 1 742 772

Closing date

31 August 2026

Reference

RECRUIT 2026/268

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About this role

Department

National Prosecuting Authority

Location

CPP: Ntuzuma (KwaDukuza)

Salary

R1 074 222 - R1 742 772 per annum (Level SU-3), (Total cost package)

Requirements

An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least six (6) years post qualification legal experience. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Good management skills. Must have the ability to act independently or within minimum supervision. Proficiency in prosecuting, guiding investigation and giving instructions in complex or more difficult common law and statutory offences in Regional and District Court. Draft complex charge sheets and complex court documents. Good management skills. Must manage, give guidance and train prosecutors.

Duties

Manage, train and give guidance to and train prosecutors. Study case dockets, decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings. Maintenance matters and inquest of a general and more advanced nature in the Regional and District Court. Prepare cases for court and draft charge sheets and other proceedings for court. Present and assist prosecutors to present the State’s 78 case in court, to lead witnesses, cross examine and address the court on inter alia, conviction and sentence, and in general to conduct prosecutions on behalf of the State. Perform all duties related thereto in accordance with the code of conduct, policy and directives of the NPA. Assist the Senior Public Prosecutor with the performance assessment of staff. Perform general administrative duties of the office. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system.

Enquiries

Phiwayinkosi Nhlengethwa Tel No: (031) 334 5003

Closing Date

2026-08-31T23:59:00+02:00

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Requirements

  • ·For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification
  • ·At least six (6) years post qualification legal experience
  • ·Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility
  • ·Good management skills
  • ·Must have the ability to act independently or within minimum supervision
  • ·Proficiency in prosecuting, guiding investigation and giving instructions in complex or more difficult common law and statutory offences in Regional and District Court
  • ·Draft complex charge sheets and complex court documents
  • ·Good management skills
  • ·Must manage, give guidance and train prosecutors

Key Duties

  • ·Manage, train and give guidance to and train prosecutors
  • ·Study case dockets, decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings
  • ·Maintenance matters and inquest of a general and more advanced nature in the Regional and District Court
  • ·Prepare cases for court and draft charge sheets and other proceedings for court
  • ·Present and assist prosecutors to present the State’s 78 case in court, to lead witnesses, cross examine and address the court on inter alia, conviction and sentence, and in general to conduct prosecutions on behalf of the State
  • ·Perform all duties related thereto in accordance with the code of conduct, policy and directives of the NPA
  • ·Assist the Senior Public Prosecutor with the performance assessment of staff
  • ·Perform general administrative duties of the office
  • ·Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
  • Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to recruit2026268@npa.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Applying to: recruit2026268@npa.gov.za

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