Senior State Advocate

POST 25/83 : SENIOR STATE ADVOCATE

SALARY : R1 242 915 – R1 934 208 per annum (LP-9), (Total cost package)

CENTRE : DDPP: Middelburg Ref No: Recruit 2026/215

DPP: Johannesburg Ref No: Recruit 2026/216

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. Five (5) years’

experience in legal practice will be an added advantage. Strong interpersonal

and communication skills. Decision making ability. Computer literacy and

knowledge of programs in MS Office. A valid driver's license.

DUTIES : Study case dockets. Decide on the institution of and conduct criminal

proceedings. Draft charge sheets, indictments and other court documents.

Represent the State in all courts. Prepare cases for court, including the

acquisition of additional evidence and draft charge sheets, indictments and

court documents. Present the State’s case in court, lead and cross examine

witnesses, address the court on, inter alia, conviction and sentence. Attend to

representations, prepare opinions and head of arguments and argue cases in

appropriate court. Appear in court in motion application pertaining to criminal

matters and in general conduct prosecution on behalf of the state. Perform all

duties related thereto in accordance with the code of conduct policy and

directives of the NPA. Ensure accurate statistics and good governance. Mentor

and coach junior staff and quality check their work. Participate in the

performance assessment of staff being mentored. Provide appropriate

guidance and direction and issue proper instructions to the

Advocates/Prosecutors/ SAPS/DPCI on all aspects of work. Promote partner

integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction

with partners in the criminal justice system. Provide appropriate guidance

ENQUIRIES : DDPP: Middelburg Tebogo Mashile Tel No: (013) 045 0686

DPP: Johannesburg R Swarts Tel No: (011) 220 4114

APPLICATIONS : DDPP: Middelburg e mail: Recruit2026215@npa.gov.za

DPP: Johannesburg e mail: Recruit2026216@npa.gov.za

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. Five (5) years’ experience in legal practice will be an added advantage. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Decision making ability. Computer literacy and knowledge of programs in MS Office. A valid driver's license.

Study case dockets. Decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings. Draft charge sheets, indictments and other court documents. Represent the State in all courts. Prepare cases for court, including the acquisition of additional evidence and draft charge sheets, indictments and court documents. Present the State’s case in court, lead and cross examine witnesses, address the court on, inter alia, conviction and sentence. Attend to representations, prepare opinions and head of arguments and argue cases in appropriate court. Appear in court in motion application pertaining to criminal matters and in general conduct prosecution on behalf of the state. Perform all duties related thereto in accordance with the code of conduct policy and directives of the NPA. Ensure accurate statistics and good governance. Mentor and coach junior staff and quality check their work. Participate in the performance assessment of staff being mentored. Provide appropriate guidance and direction and issue proper instructions to the Advocates/Prosecutors/ SAPS/DPCI on all aspects of work. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system. Provide appropriate guidance

DDPP: Middelburg e mail: Recruit2026215@npa.gov.za DPP: Johannesburg e mail: Recruit2026216@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: Recruit2026215@npa.gov.za