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Head Control Prosecutor 2

Department of Land Reform And Rural Development
CPP: Welkom (Virginia) Ref No: Recruit 2026/236 (Re-advert), NationalR655 854 - R1 508 337 per annum (Level SU-1 to SU-2), (Total cost package), (excluding benefits)LegalCloses 31 July 2026

About this role

POST 25/97 : HEAD CONTROL PROSECUTOR 2

SALARY : R655 854 - R1 508 337 per annum (Level SU-1 to SU-2), (Total cost package),

(excluding benefits)

CENTRE : CPP: Welkom (Virginia) Ref No: Recruit 2026/236 (Re-advert)

CPP: Thohoyandou (Vuwani) Ref No: Recruit 2026/257 (Re-advert)

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. Proficiency in prosecuting, guiding

investigation and giving instructions in reasonably complex or more difficult

common law and statutory offences in the lower courts. Proficiently drafting

complex charge sheets and other complex court documents. Must be able to

act independently without constant supervision and manage court and case

flow independently. Good management and administrative skills. General

computer literacy with excellent knowledge of Ms Word, PowerPoint, Excel ad

Outlook. High level of reliability. Ability to act with tact and discretion. Ability to

identify and handle confidential matters. Knowledge of relevant legislations,

policies, prescripts and procedures applicable in the public sector.

DUTIES : Manage, train, and give guidance to 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 Court 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

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 National Prosecuting Authority.

Assist the Senior Public Prosecutor with the performance assessment of staff.

Manage, control and attend to the administration of the office of the District

Court. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer

satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice.

ENQUIRIES : CPP: Welkom (Virginia) Lemmer Ludwick Tel No: (051) 410 6001

CPP: Thohoyandou (Vuwani) Thuba Thubakgale Tel No: (015) 045 0285

APPLICATIONS : CPP: Welkom (Virginia) e mail: Recruit2026236@npa.gov.za

CPP: Thohoyandou (Vuwani) e mail: Recruit2026257@npa.gov.za

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. Proficiency in prosecuting, guiding investigation and giving instructions in reasonably complex or more difficult common law and statutory offences in the lower courts. Proficiently drafting complex charge sheets and other complex court documents. Must be able to act independently without constant supervision and manage court and case flow independently. Good management and administrative skills. General computer literacy with excellent knowledge of Ms Word, PowerPoint, Excel ad Outlook. High level of reliability. Ability to act with tact and discretion. Ability to identify and handle confidential matters. Knowledge of relevant legislations, policies, prescripts and procedures applicable in the public sector.

Duties

Manage, train, and give guidance to 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 Court 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 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 National Prosecuting Authority. Assist the Senior Public Prosecutor with the performance assessment of staff. Manage, control and attend to the administration of the office of the District Court. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice.

How to apply

CPP: Welkom (Virginia) e mail: Recruit2026236@npa.gov.za CPP: Thohoyandou (Vuwani) e mail: Recruit2026257@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: Recruit2026236@npa.gov.za