State Advocate

In brief

**Overview** This is an explanation for the role of State Advocate within the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), specifically for the Specialised Commercial Crime Unit. There are two posts available, one of which is a re-advertisement. The position offers a salary ranging from R970 221 to R1 600 893 per annum (Level LP-7 to LP-8), as a total cost package. The role is based in Pretoria. **What you will do** Key responsibilities include: * 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 draft 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, 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 application 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. * Well-developed skills in legal research and legal drafting. * Good knowledge of civil and/or criminal procedure. * Proficiency in prosecution/litigation, competency in guiding investigations, drafting charge sheets, indictments and court documents and dealing with representations. * Knowledge of and skills in general prosecution. * High level of proficiency in prosecuting/litigation and presenting/arguing cases in court. * Experience in guiding criminal investigations and giving instructions in law and statutory offences. * Interpersonal skills. * Written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work independently with minimum supervision. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is an individual with an LLB or an appropriate legal qualification (for serving prosecutors). They must possess the right of appearance as stipulated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998, and have at least five years of post-qualification legal experience. The candidate should demonstrate competency in acting independently, professionally, accountably, and with credibility. Strong skills in legal research, legal drafting, and knowledge of civil and/or criminal procedure are essential. Proficiency in prosecution/litigation, guiding investigations, drafting legal documents, and presenting/arguing cases in court is required, along with experience in guiding criminal investigations. The candidate must also possess good interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills and be capable of working independently with minimum supervision. **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-2026-353 Source: govpage

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