National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) Aspirant Prosecutor Training Program Vacancy 2026 | Salary: R262 968 - R304 299 per annum

Opportunity Overview

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) is offering a 12-month Aspirant Prosecutor Training Program for the 2027/2028 intake. This opportunity is based in Johannesburg and is designed to develop individuals within the National Prosecutions Service.

The NPA is committed to equal opportunity employment. Applications from people with disabilities are strongly encouraged and will be given preference. The selection process will adhere to the objectives of the Employment Equity Act and the NPA Employment Equity Strategy.

Minimum Requirements

• Submission of the most recent Z83 application form.
• A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing any previous legal experience.
• Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA.
• Applicants must apply to only one training centre; applications submitted to more than one centre will be disqualified.
• Successful candidates will be subjected to a security clearance of at least confidential level.
• Appointment to this position will be provisional, pending the issue of security clearance.
• Fingerprints will be taken on the day of the interview.
• The social media accounts of shortlisted applicants may be accessed as part of the verification process.

How to Apply

• Submit your application via email to APTJHB27@npa.gov.za.
• Your application must include:
• The most recent Z83 application form. This form can be downloaded from www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies or the website of any Public Service Department.
• A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) that describes your previous legal experience.
• Ensure that your application documents are not password-protected and are not submitted as zip files, as these will be disqualified.
• The closing date for applications is 27 July 2026.
• No late applications will be accepted or processed.
• Please do not contact the NPA directly after emailing your application to enquire about its receipt. If you have not received an acknowledgement within one week after the closing date, please check your spam inbox before making any further enquiries.