Senior State Advocate Ref No: Recruit 2026/220

POST 25/86 : SENIOR STATE ADVOCATE REF NO: RECRUIT 2026/220

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

CENTRE : DPP: Johannesburg (STU)

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. At least 6 years of

relevant criminal court work experience in advocacy and drafting. Well-

developed skills in legal research. Good interpersonal, analytical,

organisational and communication skills. General computer literacy required.

Excellent administrative skills. Assist with the Performance management and

assessments of staff. Proficiency in prosecuting or litigation experience

regarding commercial crimes, Fraud, Theft and other common law/statutory

offences relating to tax evasion is essential. Knowledge of legislation relating

to Income Tax, VAT, PAYE as well as the Tax Administration Act and the

Customs and Excise Act required. Knowledge of Company Law. Competency

in guiding investigations in complex or more difficult matters, including

commercial matters, drafting charge sheets, indictments and court documents,

dealing with representations and conducting motion proceedings. The ability to

mentor, train and quality check the work of Advocates. Ability to act

independently without supervision and manage court and case flow

management independently. Required to travel to courts across the Division to

prosecute tax cases as and when required. Valid driver`s license is required.

DUTIES : To institute and conduct criminal proceedings on behalf of the State, to perform

any act incidental thereto and to carry out the duties and functions assigned to

the prosecution under any Act and/or the Policy Manual and/or any directives,

inter alia, to study case dockets, decide on the institution of and conduct

criminal proceedings of a complex nature. Prepare cases for court by inter alia

guiding the investigation, consulting with witnesses and acquiring additional

evidence. Draft charge sheets and indictments. Deal with any representations.

Present the State’s case in court. Present evidence, cross-examine and

address the court on inter alia, conviction and sentence. Study appeals and

reviews, prepare opinions and heads of argument for complex matters and

argue cases in the appropriate court with right of appearance. Appear in court

in motion applications pertaining to criminal matters and in general conduct

prosecutions on behalf of the State. Perform all duties, including administrative

duties and specific tasks assigned by the supervisor, related thereto in

accordance with the Code of Conduct, policy, and directives of the National

Prosecuting Authority. Supervise and manage performance of State

Advocate(s) (if so required). Conduct performance assessments of staff (if so

required). Quality check work of Advocates. Mentor and guide Advocates,

prosecutors, and stakeholders. Assist in the keeping of proper

records/statistics in relation to all criminal prosecutions conducted by the STU

and assist in compilation of statistics/reports. Middle management, including

appeals, court rolls (under supervision) and office inspections. Managing of

allocated portfolio within STU. Assist Deputy Directors in high-profile matters

or matters where an increased risk element is present. Promote partner

integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction

with partners in the criminal justice system.

ENQUIRIES : Rosette Swarts Tel No: (011) 220 4114

APPLICATIONS : e mail: Recruit2026220@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. At least 6 years of relevant criminal court work experience in advocacy and drafting. Well- developed skills in legal research. Good interpersonal, analytical, organisational and communication skills. General computer literacy required. Excellent administrative skills. Assist with the Performance management and assessments of staff. Proficiency in prosecuting or litigation experience regarding commercial crimes, Fraud, Theft and other common law/statutory offences relating to tax evasion is essential. Knowledge of legislation relating to Income Tax, VAT, PAYE as well as the Tax Administration Act and the Customs and Excise Act required. Knowledge of Company Law. Competency in guiding investigations in complex or more difficult matters, including commercial matters, drafting charge sheets, indictments and court documents, dealing with representations and conducting motion proceedings. The ability to mentor, train and quality check the work of Advocates. Ability to act independently without supervision and manage court and case flow management independently. Required to travel to courts across the Division to prosecute tax cases as and when required. Valid driver`s license is required.

To institute and conduct criminal proceedings on behalf of the State, to perform any act incidental thereto and to carry out the duties and functions assigned to the prosecution under any Act and/or the Policy Manual and/or any directives, inter alia, to study case dockets, decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings of a complex nature. Prepare cases for court by inter alia guiding the investigation, consulting with witnesses and acquiring additional evidence. Draft charge sheets and indictments. Deal with any representations. Present the State’s case in court. Present evidence, cross-examine and address the court on inter alia, conviction and sentence. Study appeals and reviews, prepare opinions and heads of argument for complex matters and argue cases in the appropriate court with right of appearance. Appear in court in motion applications pertaining to criminal matters and in general conduct prosecutions on behalf of the State. Perform all duties, including administrative duties and specific tasks assigned by the supervisor, related thereto in accordance with the Code of Conduct, policy, and directives of the National Prosecuting Authority. Supervise and manage performance of State Advocate(s) (if so required). Conduct performance assessments of staff (if so required). Quality check work of Advocates. Mentor and guide Advocates, prosecutors, and stakeholders. Assist in the keeping of proper records/statistics in relation to all criminal prosecutions conducted by the STU and assist in compilation of statistics/reports. Middle management, including appeals, court rolls (under supervision) and office inspections. Managing of allocated portfolio within STU. Assist Deputy Directors in high-profile matters or matters where an increased risk element is present. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system.

e mail: Recruit2026220@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: Recruit2026220@npa.gov.za