Senior Public Prosecutor (Tutor)

📝 About the role

National Prosecuting Authority is advertising Senior Public Prosecutor (Tutor) in Evander (CPP Emalahleni), Mpumalanga (ref Recruit 2026/324). Main duties include: Tutor aspirant prosecutors in an outcomes-based learning programme by guiding practical, theoretical and interactive learning activities. Remuneration: R1 242 915 – R1 934 208 per annum (LP-9), (Total cost package). Applications close 19 October 2026.

✅ Key duties

• Tutor aspirant prosecutors in an outcomes-based learning programme by guiding practical, theoretical and interactive learning activities
• Assess learner competence, conduct and record assessment tasks, monitor progress and provide constructive feedback to learners and programme coordinators
• Promote effective study skills, time management, independent learning and confidence in the subject matter
• Maintain accurate attendance, progress and session records
• Create an inclusive, respectful and safe learning environment that accommodates different learning styles and abilities
• Liaise with relevant staff and stakeholders on learner progress, challenges and support needs
• Perform related administrative duties and comply with applicable institutional policies, codes of conduct and safeguarding requirements
• In addition, manage, supervise, train and mentor prosecutors; study case dockets and determine whether to institute and conduct criminal proceedings, maintenance matters and inquests of a general or more advanced nature in the Lower Courts; prepare matters for court by guiding investigations, consulting witnesses and obtaining additional evidence; draft charge sheets and other court documents; present and assist prosecutors in presenting the State’s case, leading witnesses, conducting cross-examination and addressing the court on conviction, sentence and related matters; and conduct prosecutions on behalf of the State
• Perform all incidental and related duties in accordance with applicable legislation, the Code of Conduct, Ethics, the Prosecution Policy and NPA Policy Directives
• Prioritise high-impact corruption and other matters; prepare opinions and heads of argument and argue matters in the appropriate court where a right of appearance exists

🎓 Requirements

• An LLB
• For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification
• At least eight (8) years post qualification legal experience
• Five (5) years’ experience in legal practice will be an added advantage
• Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility
• Good management skills
• Proficiency in prosecution/litigation, competency in guiding investigations and giving instructions in reasonably complex or more difficult common law and statutory offences
• Able to draft charge sheets and complex court documents
• Ability to act independently without constant supervision
• Must have good administrative skills

🎁 Benefits

• Total cost package (all-inclusive)