National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) Entry level Jobs

About the National Prosecuting Authority

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) is South Africa’s state institution responsible for instituting and conducting criminal proceedings on behalf of the State. Established in terms of Section 179 of the Constitution, the NPA ensures that justice is served by prosecuting criminal cases fairly, independently, and without fear, favour, or prejudice. It works closely with law enforcement agencies to combat crime, uphold the rule of law, and protect the rights of citizens across the country.

Job Overview

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) is inviting applications for entry-level Administrative positions to support the effective functioning of its offices. Successful candidates will provide general clerical and administrative assistance, including record management, data capturing, handling correspondence, and responding to routine enquiries. These roles offer an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking to gain practical experience within the justice sector while contributing to the efficient administration of prosecutorial services.

Job level: Grade 12 / Junior / Entry level SA Government Jobs

Available Job Opportunities

The following Entry Level Job opportunities are open for applications:

Administrative Clerk 

Priority Crime Litigation Unit

Reference No: RECRUIT 2026/46

Location: Head Office: Pretoria

Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05), (excluding benefits)

Requirements: Grade 12 certificate or equivalent.

Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Administration related qualification will be an added advantage. Basic knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Sound planning and organizing skills, written and verbal communication skills. General computer literacy skills. Ability to act independently. Ensure compliance with NPA policies and guidelines and all relevant prescripts. Basic numeracy skills.

Duties: Provide high level administrative support to the office. Design and keep a wellorganized administrative system for the office. Execute a wide variety of administrative tasks pertaining to the provision of support to line functionaries. Draft correspondence to members of the public, other organisations and State Departments. Liaise with administration with all matters pertaining to the administrative functioning of the office. Provide administrative support to the legal staff, pertaining to finance, logistical and human resources. Deliver mails and faxes within the office and render general administrative support such as filling, photocopying, faxing, receiving and dispatching of documents.

Supply Chain Clerk

Reference No: RECRUIT 2026/47

Location: DPP: Mthatha

Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05), (excluding benefits)

Requirements: Grade 12 certificate or equivalent.

Knowledge and Skills: Sound knowledge of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations and supply chain management. Able to work extended hours where necessary. Excellent communication and administrative skills Computer literacy in Ms Excel, Word (Intermediate) and Outlook. Good written and verbal communications skills. Able to work under pressure. Be Reliable, tolerant and determined.

Duties: Provide administrative and specialized procurement support to the NPA. Capture and compile requests for procurement for approval. Request quotations for goods and services. Liaise with internal and external clients. Maintain comprehensive database to ensure capturing of accurate and relevant information for work within your area of responsibility. Ensure compliance to Treasury regulations, PFMA and internal prescripts. Respond to all queries. (Internal and External). Perform any other duties as deemed necessary by your supervisor. Staff may be rotated to other sections within Supply Chain Management.

Administrative Clerk 

Investigating Directorate Against Corruption Unit

Reference No: RECRUIT 2026/48

Location: Pretoria: Head Office

Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05), (excluding benefits)

Requirements: Grade 12 certificate or equivalent.

Knowledge and Skills: Able to type. Ability to work independently and under pressure. Integrity, reliable, tolerant, and determined. Ability to identify and handle highly confidential matters. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Sound planning and organizing skills, written and verbal communication. General computer literacy skills and knowledge in programs MS Word; Excel; PowerPoint and Outlook. Good people skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledge of clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics. Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the public services.

Duties: Render general clerical support services. Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component. Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component. Provide financial administration support services in the component.

Administrative Clerk 

Sexual Offences and Community Affairs Unit

Reference No: RECRUIT 2026/49

Location: Head Office: Pretoria

Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05), (excluding benefits)

Requirements: Grade 12 certificate or equivalent.

Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Administration related qualification will be an added advantage. Basic knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Sound planning and organizing skills, written and verbal communication skills. General computer literacy skills. Ability to act independently. Ensure compliance with NPA policies and guidelines and all relevant prescripts. Basic numeracy skills.

Duties: To provide administration services and support for the Senior Staff in the SOCA unit and the TCCs and TCC staff in the Gauteng Province. Process and capture DNA data reports and NPA regional divisions requests. Receive all incoming DNA reports. Rename reports according to an established naming protocol. Review and validate DNA reports and outcomes received from Forensic Sciences Laboratories (FSL). Capture of details of the reports on two different databases. Capture priority requests for Gender Based Violence (GBV) and murder cases on two different databases. Allocate and classify reports and requests according to results in database using a SAPS CAS no. Ensure admin support to all SOCA Gauteng Province staff which includes managing documents and a proper filing system. Provide administration and processing of procurement request as well as Logistic Arrangement, administer leave register, to assist the senior staff with minute taking and collation of provincial meetings, collation of information requested by National Office and to Implement and ensure compliance with policies and procedures. Liaise with customers/stakeholders.