Deputy Director Of Public Prosecutions

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions within the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), specifically for the Specialised Commercial Crime Unit (SCCU). There are two (2) re-advertised posts available, based in Pretoria. The position offers a total cost package salary of R1,625,709 per annum (Level 14). **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this position include: * Guiding investigations and conducting prosecutions of identified cases. * Exercising oversight on prosecution decisions, providing necessary advice, and reporting to the Head of the SCCU. * Ensuring compliance of prosecution decisions with legal prescripts, the Constitution, policies, procedures, and directives. * Providing high-level and well-researched opinions and reports to the Head of the SCCU. * Managing and directing governance and operations within the SCCU. * Monitoring and reviewing strategy and operations. * Providing enterprise performance reports. * Liaising with regional offices and arranging meetings. * Rendering professional advice to the Head of the SCCU, as required. * Ensuring plans are in place to promote good stakeholder and partner engagement. * Ensuring the national strategy and annual plan of the SCCU are developed and implemented. * Monitoring delivery of regional offices in line with strategy and plan. * Continuously analysing, reviewing, and monitoring operational performance of regional offices to identify deficiencies and monitor achievement of strategic objectives and annual targets. * Developing performance or delivery improvement plans or making interventions as required. * Overseeing the development and implementation of appropriate employee performance management systems. * Initiating and implementing training initiatives by establishing training needs at national and regional levels. * Meeting with relevant stakeholders regularly to effectively execute the SCCU mandate. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * An LLB. * For serving prosecutors seeking promotion, any appropriate legal qualification. * At least ten (10) years’ post-qualification experience in civil and/or criminal litigation. * Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. * Good advocacy and legal drafting skills. * Knowledge of civil and/or criminal procedure. * Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998. * Good interpersonal, analytical, presentation, and communication skills. * Computer skills. * Able to work extended hours. * Valid driver’s license. **Who should apply** Candidates applying for this position should possess an LLB degree or an appropriate legal qualification if they are serving prosecutors seeking promotion. They must have extensive experience, specifically at least ten years post-qualification in civil and/or criminal litigation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate high levels of independence, professionalism, accountability, and credibility. Strong advocacy, legal drafting skills, and knowledge of civil and/or criminal procedure are essential. Applicants must also hold the right of appearance as per the NPA Act. Furthermore, candidates should exhibit excellent interpersonal, analytical, presentation, and communication skills, coupled with computer proficiency. The ability to work extended hours and a valid driver's license are also required. Admission as an Attorney/Advocate will be considered an added advantage. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/national-prosecuting-authority-npa-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-recruit-2026-367 Source: govpage

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