SENIOR STATE ADVOCATE
National Prosecuting Authority · Durban
- Closing date
- 19 October 2026
- Reference
- RECRUIT 2026/327
- Salary band
- R 1 934 208
- Application method
- Email application
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Department: National Prosecuting Authority Location: DDPP: Durban Salary: R1 242 915 – R1 934 208 per annum (LP-9), (Total cost package) Requirements: An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least eight (8) years post qualification legal experience in civil and/or criminal litigation. 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. Knowledge of the POCA legislation, willing to travel. Able to work extended hours. High level of proficiency in prosecuting/litigating and presenting/arguing cases in court. Experience in guiding criminal investigations and giving instructions in law and statutory offences. Interpersonal skills. Good knowledge of civil and/or criminal procedure. Good advocacy, well developed skills in legal research and legal drafting skills. Knowledge of asset forfeiture law will be an added advantage. Strong computer skills and knowledge of programs in MS Word, Excel, Outlook 77 and PowerPoint. Written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently. Duties: Conduct prosecution of serious, complex and organised crime cases and terrorism and terror financing matters. Advise the police on the investigation of serious, complex organised crime cases and other matters. Conduct legal research and keep up to date with legal developments. Draft charge sheets and other court documents and represent the State in all courts. Draft heads of arguments and argue appeals. Present cases in court, lead witnesses, cross examine and address the court on conviction and sentence. Appear in motion proceedings and also do appeals and reviews. Generally, conduct prosecution on behalf of the State. Application instructions: e mail: Recruit2026327@npa.gov.za Enquiries: Phiwayinkosi Nhlengethwa Tel No: (031) 334 5003 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 eight (8) years post qualification legal experience in civil and/or criminal litigation
- ✓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
- ✓Knowledge of the POCA legislation, willing to travel
- ✓Able to work extended hours
- ✓High level of proficiency in prosecuting/litigating and presenting/arguing cases in court
- ✓Experience in guiding criminal investigations and giving instructions in law and statutory offences
- ✓Interpersonal skills
- ✓Good knowledge of civil and/or criminal procedure
Key responsibilities
- •Conduct prosecution of serious, complex and organised crime cases and terrorism and terror financing matters
- •Advise the police on the investigation of serious, complex organised crime cases and other matters
- •Conduct legal research and keep up to date with legal developments
- •Draft charge sheets and other court documents and represent the State in all courts
- •Draft heads of arguments and argue appeals
- •Present cases in court, lead witnesses, cross examine and address the court on conviction and sentence
- •Appear in motion proceedings and also do appeals and reviews
- •Generally, conduct prosecution on behalf of the State