State Advocate

POST 25/94 : STATE ADVOCATE

SALARY : R970 221 - R1 600 893 per annum (Level LP- 7 to LP-8), (Total cost package)

CENTRE : DPP: Kimberley (OCC) Ref No: Recruit 2026/230

DPP: Mpumalanga (OCC) Ref No: Recruit 2026/21

DPP: Limpopo (OCC) Ref No: Recruit 2026/261

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

qualification. At least five (5) years post qualification legal experience in legal

practice and/or regional court prosecution. Litigation experience with regard to

common law offences such as serious violent crimes, syndicate drug dealing,

organised robberies with aggravated circumstances, fraud, theft, commercial

crimes and corruption. Knowledge of and or experience in the litigation of the

Prevention of Organized Crime Act (POCA) and related matters. Proficiency in

Prosecuting or litigation experience in racketeering and gang related matters

will be an added advantage. 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.

Proficiency in guiding investigations in complex or more difficult matters. Strong

computer skills and knowledge of programs in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and

PowerPoint. Written and verbal communication skills. A valid drivers’ licence.

DUTIES : Study case dockets, decide on the institution of and conduct criminal

proceedings. Deal with any representations. Guide investigations in organised

crime complex or more difficult matters, including commercial matters. Prepare

cases for court, including acquisition of additional evidence and draft charge

sheets, indictments, heads of argument, opinions and all other court

documents. Represent the state in all courts, lead and cross examine

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

court and case flow management of cases independently. Study and deal with

appeals and reviews. Manage any portfolio assigned by the Deputy Director

managing the OCC. Mentor and guide DPCI and SAPS investigating officers,

prosecutors and stakeholders. Assist in high profile matters and 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. Mentor and coach junior staff and quality check their

work. Participate in the performance assessment of staff being mentored.

ENQUIRIES : DPP: Kimberley Nicholas Mogongwa Tel No: (053) 807 4539

DPP: Mpumalanga Tebogo Mashile Tel No: (013) 045 0686

DPP: Limpopo Thuba Thubakgale Tel No: (015) 045 0285

APPLICATIONS : DPP: Kimberley e mail: Recruit2026230@npa.gov.za

DPP: Mpumalanga e mail: Recruit2026218@npa.gov.za

DPP: Limpopo e mail: Recruit2026261@npa.gov.za

An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least five (5) years post qualification legal experience in legal practice and/or regional court prosecution. Litigation experience with regard to common law offences such as serious violent crimes, syndicate drug dealing, organised robberies with aggravated circumstances, fraud, theft, commercial crimes and corruption. Knowledge of and or experience in the litigation of the Prevention of Organized Crime Act (POCA) and related matters. Proficiency in Prosecuting or litigation experience in racketeering and gang related matters will be an added advantage. 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. Proficiency in guiding investigations in complex or more difficult matters. Strong computer skills and knowledge of programs in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. Written and verbal communication skills. A valid drivers’ licence.

Study case dockets, decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings. Deal with any representations. Guide investigations in organised crime complex or more difficult matters, including commercial matters. Prepare cases for court, including acquisition of additional evidence and draft charge sheets, indictments, heads of argument, opinions and all other court documents. Represent the state in all courts, lead and cross examine witnesses, address the court on inter alia, conviction and sentence. Manage court and case flow management of cases independently. Study and deal with appeals and reviews. Manage any portfolio assigned by the Deputy Director managing the OCC. Mentor and guide DPCI and SAPS investigating officers, prosecutors and stakeholders. Assist in high profile matters and 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. Mentor and coach junior staff and quality check their work. Participate in the performance assessment of staff being mentored.

DPP: Kimberley e mail: Recruit2026230@npa.gov.za DPP: Mpumalanga e mail: Recruit2026218@npa.gov.za DPP: Limpopo e mail: Recruit2026261@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: Recruit2026230@npa.gov.za