Senior State Advocate

About the role

The National Prosecuting Authority is hiring a Senior State Advocate, based in DPP Limpopo (Polokwane). This is a permanent post, paying R1,242,915 – R1,934,208 a year. National Prosecutions Services How to apply: e mail: Recruit2026326@npa.gov.za Reference number to quote: RECRUIT 2026/326 Closing date: 19 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Study case dockets, decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings.
• Deal with any representations.
• Guide investigations in complex or more difficult matters, including commercial, corruption and organised crime 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.

Requirements

• An LLB.
• For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification.
• At least 8 years post qualification legal experience in civil and/or criminal litigation.
• 5 years’ experience in legal practice will be added advantage.
• At least 3 years’ experience in the prosecution/litigation of organised crime cases.
• Admission as an advocate or attorney 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.
• High level of proficiency in prosecution/litigation, competency in guiding investigations and presenting/arguing cases in court.
• Experience in guiding criminal investigations and giving instructions in law and statutory offences.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Good knowledge of civil and/or criminal procedure.
• Good advocacy, well developed skills in legal research and legal drafting skills.
• Knowledge of asset forfeiture law will be an added advantage.
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of programs in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.