Senior Public Prosecutor Jobs

National Prosecuting Authority Career Opportunity

Position: Senior Public Prosecutor

Employment Type: Full Time
Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in Law
Experience Required: 8+ years legal practice
Location: Northern Cape
Sector: Legal Services

About Us:

The National Prosecuting Authority, empowered under Section 179(2) of the Constitution, oversees criminal proceedings on behalf of the State and related judicial functions.

Key Requirements:

• LLB degree or equivalent legal qualification
• Minimum 8 years’ post-qualification legal experience
• 5+ years courtroom experience (advantageous)
• Proven ability to work independently with professional integrity

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage team performance and allocate work to junior prosecutors
• Conduct criminal proceedings across all court levels
• Prepare cases, examine witnesses, and present legal arguments
• Handle legal representations and public complaints
• Implement NPA strategic objectives and policy directives
• Foster partnerships within criminal justice stakeholders

Application Process:

Qualified candidates should submit applications through the official DPSA government portal.

Important Notice:
No application fees required for this recruitment process.

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