Department of Prosecuting Authority

State Advocate

Salary or stipendR970 221 – R1 600 893 per annum (Level LP- 7 to LP-8), (Total Cost Package)

The Department of Prosecuting Authority is looking for a State Advocate. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.

Pretoria: Head officeApplications close 16 November 2026

Source: DPSA Circular 39 of 2026Post 39/96, page 80

Reference number: RECRUIT 2026/354 (X4 POSTS) Investigating Directorate Against Corruption
Appointment: Permanent
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 16 November 2026
Centre: Pretoria: Head office

What you will need

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 in legal practice will be an added advantage.
Financial or accounting background an advantage.

Experience

At least five (5) years’ post qualification legal experience. Experience in litigation offences in terms of POCA, Companies Act, PRECCA, PFMA and FICA necessary. Extensive prosecutorial or litigation experience with regard to common law offences such as fraud, theft, forgery and uttering, commercial crimes and related matters.

Driver's licence

Valid driver’s licence.

Skills and competencies

Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, 81 Accountable and with Credibility.

Key responsibilities

Study case dockets, make assessments thereof and decide on the institution of prosecution.
Deal with any representations.
Guide investigations in complex or more difficult tax matters, including commercial matters.
Prosecutor led investigations (PLI).
Prepare cases for court, including the acquisition of additional evidence and draft charge sheets, indictments and court documents.
Present the State’s case in court, lead and cross examine witnesses, address the court on inter alia, conviction and sentence.
Manage court and case flow management of cases independently.
Study and deal with appeals and reviews.
Prepare opinions and heads of argument for complex matters and argue cases in the appropriate court.
Appear in court in motion application pertaining to criminal matters and general conduct prosecutions on behalf of the state.
Mentor and guide investigating officers, prosecutors and stakeholders.
Assist in high profile matters or matters where an increased risk element is present.
Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in criminal justice system independently without supervision and manage court and case flow management independently.

Additional details

Grade: National

How to apply

e mail: [email protected]

Email: [email protected]
Enquiries: Matodzi Makhari
Telephone: (012) 845 6012