DPSA Circular vacancies
Department of Prosecuting Authority

Assistant Director: Administration And Support

Salary or stipendR487 197 per annum (Level 09), (excluding benefits)

The Department of Prosecuting Authority is looking for a Assistant Director: Administration And Support. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.

Pretoria: Head OfficeApplications close 16 November 2026

Source: DPSA Circular 39 of 2026Post 39/100, page 82

Reference number
RECRUIT 2026/357 National Prosecutions Service
Appointment
Permanent
Province
Gauteng
Closing date
16 November 2026
Job level
09
Centre
Pretoria: Head Office

What you will need

  • An appropriate B - degree (NQF level 7) or Three (3) year Diploma (NQF level 6) in Administration or equivalent qualification.
  • Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
  • Knowledge of the NPA Act, the Public Service Act and Regulations, the PFMA and applicable public service prescripts is essential.
  • The position requires a proactive, disciplined 83 and service-oriented professional with excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong presentation ability, sound judgement, attention to detail and the capacity to manage competing priorities under pressure.
  • The candidate must be computer literate, reliable, well organised, able to work efficiently in a team environment and capable of engaging professionally with diverse internal, interdepartmental and international stakeholders.
  • Knowledge in administration and general functions.

Experience

Minimum three (3) years ‘experience. At least three (3) years’ supervisory experience in the related field. The successful candidate must demonstrate sound experience in supervision, team coordination, stakeholder liaison and the drafting of high-quality official correspondence.

Skills and competencies

  • Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
  • The position requires a proactive, disciplined 83 and service-oriented professional with excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong presentation ability, sound judgement, attention to detail and the capacity to manage competing priorities under pressure.

Key responsibilities

  • Provide high-level administrative, coordination and operational support to the international Cooperation Component, The Money Laundering Desk, the REPS Component and where required, other components within the National Prosecution Service.
  • Support the Head of the Component and relevant functional areas in coordinating strategic interdepartmental and inter-agency engagements, preparing reports, tracking deliverables and ensuring effective follow through on decisions taken.
  • Supervise and guide administrative staff to ensure efficient office operations, quality service delivery and compliance with applicable policies and prescripts.
  • Coordinate official visits by representatives of foreign States and international bodies including logistical arrangements, stakeholder liaison and related administrative support.
  • Perform functions linked to mutual legal assistance, extradition, money laundering coordination and related prosecutorial support processes, including meeting coordination, documentation management and follow-upon action items.
  • Facilitate the organisation of training initiatives, stakeholder engagements and official travel arrangements linked to international cooperation, money laundering matters and REPS-related functions.
  • Oversee and support the timely execution of supply chain management and human resource administration processes while promoting accountability, responsiveness and professionalism across the supported components.

Additional details

  • Grade: National

How to apply

e mail: [email protected]

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