What is NPA?
The National Prosecution Authority is the agency of the South African government responsible for state prosecutions.
NPA South Africa Contact Details
Contact Details
| Postal | Private Bag X752, Pretoria, 0001 |
|---|---|
| Physical | VGM Building, 123 Westlake Avenue (Cnr Hartley Street), Weavind Park, Silverton, Pretoria, 0184 |
| Tel | 012 845 6000 |
| Web | www.npa.gov.za |
What does the NPA do in South Africa?
The mission of the National Prosecuting Authority of South Africa (NPA), guided by the Constitution, is to ensure justice for the victims of crime by prosecuting without fear, favor, and prejudice and, by working with their partners and the public, to solve and prevent crime.
Who is the head of NPA South Africa?
Adv Shamila Batohi
How much does NPA South Africa pay?
National Prosecuting Authority pays its employees an average of R393,535 a year. Salaries at National Prosecuting Authority range from an average of R180,471 to R858,145 a year.
How to work for the NPA in South Africa?
These are the processes to follow if you are seeking employment with us:
- Make your application on a new Z83 form and fill in all fields of the Z83 form, a CV is not permitted on your form
- Remember to quote the reference number of the vacancy you are applying for. You will find this at the end of the advertisement
- All applications must be submitted to the relevant Recruitment Response E-mail as stated in each advert
- Only copies of certified required qualifications, identity documents,s, and other listed documents as per the advert, must be included with your application. All applications must reach the NPA on/or before the closing date. No late applications will be accepted/processed. The NPA cannot be held responsible for server delays. The applicant’s attention is drawn to the fact that the NPA uses an Electronic Response Handling System in terms of e-mailed applications. Please DO NOT contact the NPA directly after you have e-mailed your applications to enquire if your application(s) have been received.
What qualifications do I need to work at NPA?
General Requirements for the NPA Recruitment
The following are the requirements for this year’s recruitment process:
- Interested candidates must have good communication skills
- Interested applicants must be of good behavior and composure
- Strong team spirit and excellent analytical skills
- Candidates with a bad criminal record will not be accepted
- Applicants must be willing to work under pressure
- Computer literacy is an added advantage
- Must possess a minimum of Five Credits in no more than two sittings in West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE), National Examination Council (NECO), and General Certificate of Education (GCE)
- Possession of B.Sc, HND, NCE, OND in any discipline from a recognized institution
- Enthusiasm for learning and achieving results
- All candidates must have a valid means of identification such as a valid driver’s license, National Identification Card, International passport, Voters card
- Must be willing to work in a new environment
- Must not be older than 35 years at the time of application
- Past working experience will be an added advantage
Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable, and with Credibility. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998.
At least 6 years of relevant criminal court work experience in advocacy and drafting. Well-developed skills in legal research.