If you’re a qualified legal professional looking to contribute to justice and integrity in South Africa, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) invites you to apply for various exciting vacancies. These opportunities are ideal for committed individuals ready to advance their legal careers while serving the public. The NPA is an equal opportunity employer, with a strong focus on employment equity and transformation.
Vacancy Overview
| Employer: | National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) |
|---|---|
| Closing Date: | 23 April 2025 |
| Location: | Various locations across South Africa |
Available Vacancies
Senior Public Prosecutor (Community Prosecutor) – Bloemfontein
- Ref No: RECRUIT 2025/107
- Salary: R1 132 806 – R1 762 857 p.a. (LP 9)
- Requirements: LLB, 8+ years litigation experience, valid driver’s license
- Duties: Implement community prosecution initiatives, analyse crime trends, prosecute cases, guide investigations.
- Apply to: Recruit2025107@npa.gov.za
Senior State Advocate – Bloemfontein (SOCA)
- Ref No: RECRUIT 2025/108
- Salary: R1 132 806 – R1 762 857 p.a. (LP 9)
- Requirements: LLB, 8+ years civil/criminal litigation experience, right of appearance
- Duties: Manage SOCA portfolios, train prosecutors, guide GBVF-related investigations.
- Apply to: Recruit2025108@npa.gov.za
State Advocate – Various Thuthuzela Care Centres (TCCs)
- Ref No(s): Recruit 2025/109 – 2025/128
- Salary: R884 268 – R1 459 071 p.a. (LP 7–8)
- Requirements: LLB, 5+ years experience, knowledge of GBVF law, valid driver’s license
- Locations: Includes Cradock, Musina, Rustenburg, Paarl, Springbok, and others
- Duties: Prosecutor guided investigations, community engagements, training, litigation
- Apply by location:
- Example: Cradock – Recruit2025109@npa.gov.za
State Advocate – Johannesburg
- Ref No: RECRUIT 2025/129
- Salary: R884 268 – R1 459 071 p.a.
- Requirements: LLB, 5+ years litigation experience, knowledge of commercial crimes
- Duties: Prosecute complex criminal cases, draft court documents, guide investigations
- Apply to: Recruit2025129@npa.gov.za
State Advocate – East Rand (SOCA)
- Ref No: RECRUIT 2025/130
- Salary: R884 268 – R1 459 071 p.a.
- Requirements: LLB, 5+ years experience in sexual offence cases, driver’s license
- Duties: Handle sexual offence prosecutions, monitor TCC court cases, stakeholder relations
- Apply to: Recruit2025130@npa.gov.za
Regional Court Prosecutor – Middelburg, Carolina, Ermelo
- Ref No(s): RECRUIT 2025/131 – 2025/133
- Salary: R597 753 – R1 374 714 p.a. (LP 5–6)
- Requirements: LLB, 4+ years legal experience, valid driver’s license
- Duties: Conduct criminal prosecutions, guide investigations, draft charge sheets
- Apply by location:
- Middelburg – Recruit2025131@npa.gov.za
How to Apply
To apply for any of the above positions:
- Download and complete the new Z83 form from www.dpsa.gov.za/vacancies
- Attach a detailed CV (no certificates needed at application stage)
- Email your application to the address listed for your chosen post
- Submit your application by 23 April 2025 at 16:00
Please ensure that your application includes the reference number in the subject line and that you do not password-protect documents or send ZIP files.
For more information, visit the National Prosecuting Authority official website.
