District Court Control Prosecutor

About the role

The National Prosecuting Authority is hiring a District Court Control Prosecutor, based in CPP Middelburg (Ermelo). This is a permanent post, paying R655,854 – R1,508,337 a year. National Prosecutions Service How to apply: e-mail: Recruit2026335@npa.gov.za Reference number to quote: RECRUIT 2026/335 Closing date: 19 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Manage, train and give guidance to and train 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 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 NPA.
• Assist the Senior Public Prosecutor with the performance assessment of staff.
• Perform general administrative duties of the office.
• Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system.

Requirements

• An LLB.
• For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification.
• At least 4 years post qualification legal experience.
• Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
• The incumbent must have the ability to act independently or with minimum supervision.
• Proficiency in prosecution/litigation, competency in guiding investigations and giving instructions in law and statutory offences in District court.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good analytical skills.
• Good presentation skills.
• Good project management skills.
• Valid driver’s licence.