The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) of South Africa is seeking qualified candidates to fill multiple vacancies across various departments. If you are interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement and justice, this is an excellent opportunity to join an esteemed institution. Below, we have outlined all the available positions, their requirements, and how to apply.
List of Available National Prosecuting Authority Vacancies
The NPA has announced job openings in several categories, including legal prosecution, investigations, and financial forensic analysis.
1. Senior State Advocate (Specialised Commercial Crime Unit)
- Reference: RECRUIT 2025/11
- Salary: R1 132 806 – R1 762 857 per annum
- Location: Mmabatho
- Requirements:
- LLB degree
- Minimum of 8 years’ post-qualification experience in litigation
- Expertise in fraud, theft, forgery, and commercial crimes
- Right of appearance in court
- Proficiency in legal research and drafting
- Duties:
- Prosecute complex commercial crimes
- Guide investigations and draft charge sheets
- Represent the state in legal proceedings
- Application Email: Recruit202511@npa.gov.za
2. Senior Public Prosecutor
- Reference: RECRUIT 2025/12
- Salary: R1 132 806 – R1 762 857 per annum
- Location: CPP: Odi (Bafokeng)
- Requirements:
- LLB degree
- 8 years post-qualification experience
- Strong management and legal prosecution skills
- Ability to mentor junior prosecutors
- Duties:
- Oversee and train prosecutors
- Represent the state in legal cases
- Manage criminal investigations
- Application Email: Recruit202512@npa.gov.za
3. Senior Public Prosecutor (Community Prosecution)
- Reference: RECRUIT 2025/13
- Salary: R1 132 806 – R1 762 857 per annum
- Location: DPP: Mmabatho
- Requirements:
- LLB degree
- 8 years’ litigation experience
- Strong communication and community engagement skills
- Duties:
- Develop crime prevention initiatives
- Engage with community members on justice matters
- Provide legal education
- Application Email: Recruit202513@npa.gov.za
4. Regional Court Control Prosecutor
- Reference: RECRUIT 2025/14
- Salary: R979 059 – R1 588 383 per annum
- Location: CPP: Odi (Moretele)
- Requirements:
- LLB degree
- Minimum of 6 years post-qualification experience
- Strong legal prosecution experience
- Management and training skills
- Duties:
- Supervise prosecutors and allocate cases
- Represent the state in complex legal cases
- Application Email: Recruit202514@npa.gov.za
5. State Advocate (Specialised Commercial Crime Unit)
- Reference: RECRUIT 2025/15 (Mmabatho), RECRUIT 2025/16 (Kimberley)
- Salary: R884 268 – R1 459 071 per annum
- Requirements:
- LLB degree
- Minimum of 5 years’ legal experience
- Expertise in criminal litigation and commercial crimes
- Duties:
- Prosecute commercial crime cases
- Draft charge sheets and guide investigations
- Application Emails:
6. Senior Investigator (Investigating Directorate Against Corruption)
- Reference: RECRUIT 2025/19
- Salary: R849 702 per annum
- Location: Pretoria: Head Office
- Requirements:
- Degree or Diploma in Policing or Criminal Investigation
- 10 years’ experience in criminal investigations
- Vocational training in corruption and financial crimes
- Duties:
- Manage and coordinate corruption investigations
- Provide strategic planning on high-profile cases
- Application Email: Recruit202519@npa.gov.za
7. Financial Investigator (Investigating Directorate Against Corruption)
- Reference: RECRUIT 2025/25
- Salary: R444 036 per annum
- Location: Pretoria: Head Office
- Requirements:
- Degree/Diploma in Forensic Investigation or Financial Auditing
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in financial investigations
- Duties:
- Conduct financial forensic investigations
- Support case management and prosecution
- Application Email: Recruit202525@npa.gov.za
8. Investigator (Investigating Directorate Against Corruption)
- Reference: RECRUIT 2025/26
- Salary: R444 036 per annum
- Location: Pretoria: Head Office
- Requirements:
- Degree/Diploma in Criminal Investigation
- 5 years’ experience in criminal investigation
- Duties:
- Conduct and oversee criminal investigations
- Application Email: Recruit202526@npa.gov.za
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How to Apply for NPA Vacancies
- Download and Complete the Z83 Application Form.
- Prepare a Comprehensive CV (Include all work experience details).
- Email Applications to the Relevant Addresses (as provided above).
- Deadline for Applications: 17 February 2025 (Late applications will NOT be accepted).
Important Notes:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified qualifications.
- All foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.
- A valid driver’s license may be required for some positions.
- Security clearance and fingerprint verification are mandatory for selected candidates.
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The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) vacancies for 2025 present an incredible opportunity for legal professionals, investigators, and financial experts to make a meaningful impact in South Africa’s justice system. With positions available across different prosecution units and investigative directorates, the NPA is looking for dedicated and skilled individuals to uphold justice and combat crime in the country.
