Deputy Director Of Public Prosecutions Ref No: Recruit

POST 25/77 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROSECUTIONS REF NO: RECRUIT

SALARY : R1 625 709 per annum (Level 14), (Total cost package)

CENTRE : Pretoria: Head Office

REQUIREMENTS : An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal

qualification. At least ten (10) years’ post qualification experience in civil and/or

criminal litigation. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently,

Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Admission as an

Attorney/Advocate will be an added advantage. Right of appearance as

contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998. Demonstrate

experience in managing motion proceedings. Good advocacy and legal

drafting skills. Ability to apply technical /professional knowledge and skills.

PRECCA, POCA, CPA51/177, Interpretation Act 33/1957. Performance

Management. Superior Court Act 10/2013 and all rules of courts specifically in

the superior court including the Constitution Court. Knowledge and experience

in money laundering and complex corruption cases. Knowledge of State

Capture recommendations and offences related threats. Preferred knowledge

of FATF. People and Programme Management and Empowerment, Strategic

Capability and Leadership. Project Management. Financial Management and

head investigations Good interpersonal, analytical, presentation and

communication skills. A valid drivers’ licence.

DUTIES : Manage the portfolio assigned by the Director. Manage, train and guide

Advocates, Prosecutors and stakeholders in respect of all matters, including

complex / high profile matters, in the High Court, the Highest Court of Appeal

and the Constitutional Court. Study and manage case dockets and other

documents relating to criminal matters, make and review decisions with regard

to the institution of criminal proceedings. Draft charge sheet and indictments.

Lead investigations in accordance with Chapter 5 of the NPA Act. Prepare

cases for court including the acquisition of additional evidence and drafting

charge sheet, indictments and other court documents. Present the state’s case

in court, including examination and cross-examination of witnesses and

addressing the court on conviction and sentence. Study appeals and reviews,

prepare opinions and heads of argument and argue cases in the appropriate

court including Constitutional Court. Appear in motion applications pertaining

to criminal matters. Ensure that strategic objectives of the NPA and unit are

achieved. Oversee resources and align them to strategic objectives.

Development, performance management and assessment of staff members.

Deal with representations and complaints. Ensure that a high standard of

professional work is being carried out. Adherence to the highest ethical

standards and professional conduct in keeping with the LPC, NPA values, and

the International Standards of Prosecution and prosecutors. Promote partner

integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction

with partners in the criminal justice system. Deal with voluminous and complex

cases within a short time frame. Deal with novel questions of law by way of

opinion/review applications appeal. Engage with internal and external

stakeholders. Attend to mutual legal assistance and extradition matters. The

drafting of all processes and the engagement with foreign authorities.

Investigate and prosecute cases as per the mandate of the Investigating

Directorate Against Corruption. Provide legal oversight and guidance in

investigation projects and legal casework. Study case dockets and other

documents relating to corruption matters, criminal matters, make and review

decisions with regard to the institution of criminal proceedings. Prepare cases

for court including the acquisition of additional evidence and drafting charge

sheets, indictments and other court documents. Map out strategic planning for

the Division and lead staff members towards achieving the strategic objectives.

Draft and manage the summons process. Lead enquiries in respect of

summonsed persons. Make application for centralization. Make application for

the addition of racketeering charges. Make applications for extradition, draft all

necessary process, and engage with foreign authorities. Make applications for

mutual legal assistance, draft all necessary process, and engage with foreign

authorities. Liaise with the Asset Forfeiture Unit (AFU) to effect AFU process in

relevant cases including international asset recovery. Liaise with the Witness

Protection Unit (WPU) where necessary. Study, manage, and check

voluminous and complex criminal cases and decide whether the matter is

ready for the institution of prosecution. Draft and manage: the prosecution

strategy plan, witness plan, exhibits plan, and docket security plan. Conduct

prosecutions in regional or high court from enrolment to finalization including

bail, motion applications, pre-trial conferences, conducting of the trial, lodging

of state appeals, responding to appeals by the accused, and arguing

constitutional court matters where necessary. Appear and argue in motion

court, the Supreme Court of Appeal, and Constitutional Court as necessary.

Participate on stakeholder forums, case management forums, and any other

forums on instruction by the Investigating Director. Formulate opinions on novel

questions of law, and other legal matters. Prepare applications or reply to

motions and argue in motion court. Respond to parliamentary queries when

requested. Formulate and/ comment on prosecution policies and/ or directives.

Manage and supervise staff including mentoring, coaching, the provision of

legal guidance, performance management, individual skills assessment, skills

transfer.

ENQUIRIES : Maureen Dibetle Tel No: (012) 845 7727

APPLICATIONS : e mail: Recruit2026207@npa.gov.za

An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least ten (10) years’ post qualification experience in civil and/or criminal litigation. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Admission as an Attorney/Advocate will be an added advantage. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998. Demonstrate experience in managing motion proceedings. Good advocacy and legal drafting skills. Ability to apply technical /professional knowledge and skills. PRECCA, POCA, CPA51/177, Interpretation Act 33/1957. Performance Management. Superior Court Act 10/2013 and all rules of courts specifically in the superior court including the Constitution Court. Knowledge and experience in money laundering and complex corruption cases. Knowledge of State Capture recommendations and offences related threats. Preferred knowledge of FATF. People and Programme Management and Empowerment, Strategic Capability and Leadership. Project Management. Financial Management and head investigations Good interpersonal, analytical, presentation and communication skills. A valid drivers’ licence.

Manage the portfolio assigned by the Director. Manage, train and guide Advocates, Prosecutors and stakeholders in respect of all matters, including complex / high profile matters, in the High Court, the Highest Court of Appeal and the Constitutional Court. Study and manage case dockets and other documents relating to criminal matters, make and review decisions with regard to the institution of criminal proceedings. Draft charge sheet and indictments. Lead investigations in accordance with Chapter 5 of the NPA Act. Prepare cases for court including the acquisition of additional evidence and drafting charge sheet, indictments and other court documents. Present the state’s case in court, including examination and cross-examination of witnesses and addressing the court on conviction and sentence. Study appeals and reviews, prepare opinions and heads of argument and argue cases in the appropriate court including Constitutional Court. Appear in motion applications pertaining to criminal matters. Ensure that strategic objectives of the NPA and unit are achieved. Oversee resources and align them to strategic objectives. Development, performance management and assessment of staff members. Deal with representations and complaints. Ensure that a high standard of professional work is being carried out. Adherence to the highest ethical standards and professional conduct in keeping with the LPC, NPA values, and the International Standards of Prosecution and prosecutors. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system. Deal with voluminous and complex cases within a short time frame. Deal with novel questions of law by way of opinion/review applications appeal. Engage with internal and external stakeholders. Attend to mutual legal assistance and extradition matters. The drafting of all processes and the engagement with foreign authorities. Investigate and prosecute cases as per the mandate of the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption. Provide legal oversight and guidance in investigation projects and legal casework. Study case dockets and other documents relating to corruption matters, criminal matters, make and review decisions with regard to the institution of criminal proceedings. Prepare cases for court including the acquisition of additional evidence and drafting charge sheets, indictments and other court documents. Map out strategic planning for the Division and lead staff members towards achieving the strategic objectives. Draft and manage the summons process. Lead enquiries in respect of summonsed persons. Make application for centralization. Make application for the addition of racketeering charges. Make applications for extradition, draft all necessary process, and engage with foreign authorities. Make applications for mutual legal assistance, draft all necessary process, and engage with foreign authorities. Liaise with the Asset Forfeiture Unit (AFU) to effect AFU process in relevant cases including international asset recovery. Liaise with the Witness Protection Unit (WPU) where necessary. Study, manage, and check voluminous and complex criminal cases and decide whether the matter is ready for the institution of prosecution. Draft and manage: the prosecution strategy plan, witness plan, exhibits plan, and docket security plan. Conduct prosecutions in regional or high court from enrolment to finalization including bail, motion applications, pre-trial conferences, conducting of the trial, lodging of state appeals, responding to appeals by the accused, and arguing constitutional court matters where necessary. Appear and argue in motion court, the Supreme Court of Appeal, and Constitutional Court as necessary. Participate on stakeholder forums, case management forums, and any other forums on instruction by the Investigating Director. Formulate opinions on novel questions of law, and other legal matters. Prepare applications or reply to motions and argue in motion court. Respond to parliamentary queries when requested. Formulate and/ comment on prosecution policies and/ or directives. Manage and supervise staff including mentoring, coaching, the provision of legal guidance, performance management, individual skills assessment, skills transfer.

e mail: Recruit2026207@npa.gov.za To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre- entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry- programme/ appointment is subject to successful completion of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. Shortlisted applicants for the advertised vacancies will undergo two pre-entry assessments: a practical assessment and an integrity assessment, both of which form part of the selection criteria after the interview. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Applications submitted via email will be acknowledged via an automated response. Applications received manually will not be acknowledged due to high volumes of applications received. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re- advertise the post at any time in the future. Important: DLRRD is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. ERRATUM: The position of Survey Technician with Ref No: 3/1/1/1/2026/149 for the Directorate: Examination Services: KwaZulu-Natal (Pietermaritzburg) has reference. Applicants are advised that applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 1st Floor, 270 Jabu Ndlovu Street (formerly known as Loop Street), Pietermaritzburg, 3200 or by email to Post149@dlrrd.gov.za. The closing date has been extended to 31 July 2026. The Department apologies for any inconvenience caused. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

Applications: Recruit2026207@npa.gov.za