REGIONAL COURT PROSECUTOR
National Prosecuting Authority · Thohoyandou (Waterval)
- Closing date
- 19 October 2026
- Reference
- RECRUIT 2026/336
- Salary band
- R 1 508 337
- Application method
- Email application
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Vacancy information from the employer
Department: National Prosecuting Authority Location: CPP: Thohoyandou (Waterval) Salary: R655 854 - R1 508 337 per annum (Level LP-5 to LP-6), (Total cost package), (excluding benefits) Requirements: An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least four (4) years post qualification legal experience. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. The incumbent must have the ability to act independently or with minimum supervision. High level of proficiency in prosecution/litigation, competency in guiding investigations and presenting/arguing cases in court. Experience in guiding investigations and giving instructions in law and statutory offences in regional court. Good interpersonal skills. Good analytical skills. Good presentation skills. Good project management skills. Valid driver’s licence. Duties: Study case dockets. Decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings. Draft charge sheets and other documents and represent the State in all courts. 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 general administrative duties of the office. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system. Perform all duties related thereto in accordance with the Code of Conduct, Policy, and Directives of the National Prosecuting Authority. Application instructions: e-mail: Recruit2026336@npa.gov.za Enquiries: Thuba Thubakgale Tel No: (015) 045 0285 Closing Date: 2026-10-19T23:59:00+02:00
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Requirements
- ✓For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification
- ✓At least four (4) years post qualification legal experience
- ✓Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility
- ✓The incumbent must have the ability to act independently or with minimum supervision
- ✓High level of proficiency in prosecution/litigation, competency in guiding investigations and presenting/arguing cases in court
- ✓Experience in guiding investigations and giving instructions in law and statutory offences in regional court
- ✓Good interpersonal skills
- ✓Good analytical skills
- ✓Good presentation skills
- ✓Good project management skills
Key responsibilities
- •Study case dockets
- •Decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings
- •Draft charge sheets and other documents and represent the State in all courts
- •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 general administrative duties of the office
- •Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system
- •Perform all duties related thereto in accordance with the Code of Conduct, Policy, and Directives of the National Prosecuting Authority