The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has released vacancies for various positions including Chief Investigator, Senior State Advocate, Senior Public Prosecutor, and more. Interested candidates must apply online through the official NPA website before the deadline on June 25, 2024. It is essential for applicants to carefully review the educational qualifications and age limit mentioned in the official notification to ensure they meet all criteria before applying. NPA recruitment has specific requirements such as citizenship, education, and age limit, so candidates should be mindful of these before submitting their applications.
01. Position:– Chief Investigator X134
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Application Deadline: 20 August 2024
Requirements
An appropriate B degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF level 7) in policing and/or
criminal investigation or an equivalent qualification. At least twenty (20) years
criminal investigation experience with ten (10) years operational management
experience. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently and
Professionally with Accountability and Credibility. Vocational training in criminal
investigations such as the Detective Learning Programme and/or other
specialised courses. Experience in testifying in criminal and/or criminal matters
in any court in the country. (Persons that have been found as an unreliable
witness in any court would not be considered). Certified fraud examiner or ICFP
SA accreditation would be an added advantage. Experience in managing and
directing forensic service providers in criminal and forensic matters
02. Position:– Senior State Advocate X26
Location: Gauteng X1341, Kwazulu Natal X6, Eastern CapeX3, North-West X3, Limpopo X2, Northern Cape X134
Application Deadline: 20 August 2024
Requirements
An appropriate B degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF level 7) in policing and/or
criminal investigation or an equivalent qualification. At least twenty (20) years
criminal investigation experience with ten (10) years operational management
experience. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently and
Professionally with Accountability and Credibility. Vocational training in criminal
investigations such as the Detective Learning Programme and/or other
specialised courses. Experience in testifying in criminal and/or criminal matters
in any court in the country. (Persons that have been found as an unreliable
witness in any court would not be considered). Certified fraud examiner or ICFP
SA accreditation would be an added advantage. Experience in managing and
directing forensic service providers in criminal and forensic matters. Strategic
capability and leadership. General management skills. People management
and empowerment. Administration skills. Planning and Prioritising. Able to
communicate effectively internally and externally.
03. Position:– Senior Public Prosecutor (Community Prosecutor) X1343
Location: Gauteng X5, North-West X3, Limpopo X5
Application Deadline: 20 August 2024
Requirements
An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal
qualification. At least eight (8) years post qualification litigation experience.
Demonstrate required competency in: Acting Independently, Professionally, be
Accountable and act with Credibility. Knowledge of legislation and regulations
pertaining to the public service specifically: The Constitution; Criminal
Procedure Act; Public Service Act, relevant Regulations and other related
Legislation. General management skills. Strategic management and
stakeholder engagement expertise. People management and empowerment
skills. Good communication skills. Customer focus and responsiveness.
04. Position:– Regional Court Control Prosecutor X5
Location: Gauteng X4, North West X134,
Application Deadline: 20 August 2024
Requirements
An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal
qualification. At least six (6) years post qualification legal experience.
Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally,
Accountable and with Credibility. Good management skills. Must have the
ability to act independently or within minimum supervision. Proficiency in
prosecuting, guiding investigation and giving instructions in complex or more
difficult common law and statutory offences in Regional and District Court. Draft
complex charge sheets and complex court documents. Good management
skills. Must manage, give guidance and train prosecutors
05. Position:– Head Court Control Prosecutor X134
Location: Vaal Rand (Tsakane), Gauteng
Application Deadline: 20 August 2024
Requirements
An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal
qualification. At least six (6) 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 within minimum supervision. Proficiency in prosecuting,
guiding investigation and giving instructions in complex of more difficult
common law and statutory offences in Regional and District Court. Experience
in prosecuting and guiding investigation of more complex cases that are heard
in the Regional court and sexual offences and cases involving children. Draft
complex charge sheets and complex court documents. Good management
skills. Must manage, give guidance and train Prosecutors.
06. Position:– State Advocate X24
Location: Gauteng X1340, Kwazulu Natal X4, Limpopo X2, Eastern CapeX3, Northern Cape X4, North-West X134
Application Deadline: 20 August 2024
Requirements
An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal
qualification. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA
Act, 32 of 1998. At least five (5) years’ post qualification legal experience. At
least five (5) years relevant criminal court work experience in advocacy and
drafting. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally,
Accountable and with Credibility. Extensive prosecutorial or litigation
experience with regard to common law offences such as fraud, theft, forgery
and uttering, commercial crimes and related matters. Proficiency in
prosecuting, guiding investigations in complex or more difficult matters,
including commercial matters. Knowledge of income Tax Act, Vat Act, Customs
and Excise Act. Knowledge and understanding of SARS functions and financial
or accounting background.
07. Position:– Senior Financial Investigator X2
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Application Deadline: 20 August 2024
Requirements
An appropriate B -degree (NQF level 7) or Three (3) year Diploma (NQF level
6) in one of the following: Forensic Investigations, Forensic Auditing, Criminal
Investigation or equivalent. Certified Fraud Examiner or ICFP SA accreditation
will be an added benefit. At least 5 years’ financial investigation related
experience. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently,
Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Strategic capability and
leadership, General management skills,
08. Position:– Head Control Prosecutor X6
Location: North West X134, Gauteng X134, Limpopo X4,
Application Deadline: 20 August 2024
Requirements
An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal
qualification. At least four (4) years’ post qualification legal experience.
Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally,
Accountable and with Credibility. Proficiency in prosecuting, guiding
investigation and giving instructions in reasonably complex or more difficult
common law and statutory offences in the lower courts. Proficiently drafting
complex charge sheets and other complex court documents.
09. Position:– District Court Control Prosecutor X7
Location: Gauteng X4, Northern Cape X134, North West X134, Eastern Cape X134
Application Deadline: 20 August 2024
Requirements
An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal
qualification. At least four (4) years post qualification legal experience.
Demonstrable competency in acting Independently. Professionally,
Accountable and with Credibility. Good management skills. Proficiency in
Prosecuting, guiding investigations and giving instructions in reasonably
complex or more difficult common law and statutory offenses in the District
Court. Ability to draft charge sheets and complex court documents. Good
administration skills. Good management skills. Organisational skills. Ability to
work independently
10. Position:– Regional Court Prosecutor X49
Location: Gauteng X27, North West X8, Eastern Cape X5, LimpopoX7, Northern Cape X2
Application Deadline: 20 August 2024
Requirements
An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal
qualification. At least four (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 prosecuting.
Experience in guiding investigations and giving instructions in law and statutory
offences in Regional court. Valid driver’s licence.
How to do Apply for NPA Vacancies 2024
For Vacancies in NPA, one has to apply online. Candidates can apply by visiting the official website and filling the required information. Candidates should ensure that they are providing correct and complete information