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**Job Title**: DISTRICT COURT CONTROL PROSECUTOR (Re-advert) **Company**: National Prosecuting Authority (Npa) **Overview** This is a re-advertisement for the role of District Court Control Prosecutor within the National Prosecutions Services of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA). The position is based in Durban (DDPP: Durban) and offers a total cost package salary ranging from R970 221 to R1 600 893 per annum (Level LP-7 to LP-8). The reference number for this recruit is 2026/334 (OCC). **What you will do** * Study and guide the investigations in case dockets. * Decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings. * Draft charge sheets, indictments, and other court documents. * Represent the State in all courts. * Prepare a case for court, including the acquisition of additional evidence and drafting charge sheets and indictments. * Present the State’s case in court, lead and cross-examine witnesses, address the court on, inter alia, conviction and sentence, and study appeal and reviews. * Attend to representations, prepare opinions and heads of arguments, and argue cases in the appropriate court. * Appear in court in motion applications pertaining to criminal matters and in general conduct prosecution on behalf of the state. * Perform all duties related thereto in accordance with the code of conduct policy and directives of the NPA. * Promote partner integration, community involvement, and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * 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. * Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. * High level of proficiency in prosecuting/litigating and presenting/arguing cases in court. * Experience in guiding criminal investigations and giving instructions in law and statutory offences. * Interpersonal skills. * Knowledge of and or experience in prosecution/litigation of the Prevention of Organised Crime Act (POCA) matters. * Written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work independently. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is a legally qualified professional with an LLB or equivalent, possessing a minimum of five years of post-qualification legal experience and the statutory right of appearance. They should demonstrate high proficiency in prosecuting and litigating cases, including presenting and arguing in court, and have experience guiding criminal investigations. Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills are essential, alongside the ability to work independently, professionally, accountably, and with credibility. Experience or knowledge in prosecuting/litigating Prevention of Organised Crime Act (POCA) matters is also required. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/national-prosecuting-authority-npa-vacancies-3#spani-ref-recruit-2026-334-occ Source: govpage

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