National Prosecuting Authority (NPA)
POST 05/278 : COURT PREPARATION OFFICER
National Prosecutions Service
SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07), (excluding benefits)
CENTRE : CPP: Mmabatho (Taung) Ref No: Recruit 2026/43
CPP: Cape Town (Atlantis) Ref No: Recruit 2026/50
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate B Degree (NQF level 7) or Three (3) year Diploma (NQF level 6) in Social Science/Behavioural Studies or equivalent. At least one (1) year working experience which includes experience gained during training. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Sound co-ordination and counselling experience. Ability to work well with children. Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System. Excellent administrative skills, good communication skills andproblem-solving skills.
DUTIES : Provide holistic and integrated care for the victims of crime, customers and witnesses within the court environment. Prevent secondary traumatization by providing a safe and secure environment in which to testify. Implement court preparation for children and adult victims of crime, customers and witnesses and perform all other duties in relation thereto. Liaise with and report to the Prosecutor/Manager. Perform all duties in accordance with general accepted court preparation technique.
ENQUIRIES : CPP: Mmabatho (Taung) Flora Kalakgosi Tel No: (018) 381 9041
CPP: Cape Town (Atlantis) Phyllis Lujabe Tel No: (021) 487 7281
APPLICATIONS : CPP: Mmabatho (Taung) e mail: Recruit202643@npa.gov.za
CPP: Cape Town (Atlantis) e mail: Recruit202650@npa.gov.za
The NPA is an equal opportunity employer. People with disabilities will be given preference and are encouraged to apply. In the filling of vacancies, the objectives of Section 195(1)(i) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa,1996, and in particular the Employment Equity Act,1998 (Act 55 of 1998) and the NPA Employment Equity Strategy 2022-2026, will take highest preference in selection of suitable candidates.
APPLICATIONS : All applications must be submitted to the relevant Recruitment Response E mails stated below.
CLOSING DATE : 02 March 2026
NOTE : Applicants must apply by submitting applications on the most recent Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/ and a comprehensive CV ONLY (with detailed experience information).