Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions

National Prosecuting Authority; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1 564 000; Full time

Job summary

A national legal body is seeking experienced candidates in Pretoria to handle complex legal cases related to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC). This role demands an LLB degree and a minimum of ten years' experience in litigation. Candidates should possess skills in strategic management, advocacy, and have a legal background in TRC matters. Responsibilities include managing legal portfolios, researching cases, prosecuting, and drafting relevant legal documentation. A valid driver's license is necessary. Salary is approximately R1 563 183 per annum.

Qualifications

• At least ten years' post-qualification experience in civil and/or criminal litigation.
• Admission as an Attorney/Advocate will be an added advantage.
• Experience or knowledge in TRC matters will be an added advantage.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage long working hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage and guide Advocates, Prosecutors, and TRC investigators.
• Investigate and prosecute cases related to TRC matters.
• Draft court documents and manage associated legal paperwork.
• Conduct research and prepare legal opinions and reports.

Skills

Legal experience

Strategic and Operations Management

Good advocacy and legal drafting skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Teams

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Communication skills

General management skills

Computer skills

Valid driver's license

Education

LLB Degree

Job description

Job Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Application Deadline: February 02, 2026

• Salary: R1 563 183 per annum (Level 14), (total cost package)
• Centre: Pretoria: Head Office

Requirements

• An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least ten (10) years’ post qualification experience in civil and/or criminal litigation.
• Knowledge and experience in Strategic and Operations Management. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
• Admission as an Attorney/Advocate will be an added advantage. Good advocacy and legal drafting skills. Knowledge of civil and/or criminal procedure. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998.
• Experience or knowledge in TRC matters and related legislation will be an added advantage. High level of proficiency in prosecuting and presenting/arguing cases in court.
• Extensive knowledge of civil and/or criminal procedure. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and MS Teams is required. Ability to act independently without constant supervision.
• Must have good administrative skills. Must be able to work under pressure, which may involve long working hours. An overall understanding of the work of all the NPS units will be an added advantage.
• Good interpersonal, analytical, problem solving, presentation and communication skills. General management skills. Computer skills. Valid driver’s license.

Duties

• Manage the portfolio assigned by the DNDPP or the supervisor. Manage, train and guide Advocates, Prosecutors, dedicated TRC investigators and stakeholders in respect of all TRC matters, including complex / high profile matters, in the high court, the highest court of appeal and the constitutional court.
• Study and consider the TRC recommendations (including relevant volumes of the TRC and its final report, related articles, video clips and records and all exhibits and documents handed in at the TRC hearings, inquest and trial proceedings) pertaining to allocated TRC matters.
• Investigate and prosecute cases and manage all TRC matters.
• Draft documents pertaining to access to crime scenes, court documents, documents and exhibits in possession of other departments, universities, non-governmental organisations and any other assistance as may be required by investigators.
• Conduct research, prepare reports, draft legal opinions, policies, legislation, legal documents and attend to representations and complaints arising out of the TRC matters. Make legal decisions in accordance with the law, NPA policies and directives.