- Company
- National Prosecuting Authority
- Location
- Mthatha, Eastern Cape
- Job type
- Permanent
- Minimum qualification
- Grade 12
- Salary
- R237 453 per annum (Level 05), (excluding benefits)
- Reference
- RECRUIT 2026/362
- Closing date
- 16 November 2026 (13 days left)
About this post
National Prosecuting Authority is looking for an Administrative Clerk in Mthatha. It is a permanent post on salary level 5, paying R237 453 per annum (excluding benefits).
Section: National Prosecutions Service
Where you will work: CPP: Mthatha (Mount Frere)
Closing date: Monday, 16 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.
What you need
The official advert asks for:
- Grade 12 or equivalent.
- 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.
- Ability to act independently.
What you’ll do
- Provide high-quality administrative support to the office.
- Design and keep a well-organized administrative system for the office.
- Execute a wide variety of administrative tasks.
- Draft correspondence to the members of the public, other organisations and State departments.
- Liaise with corporate services 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, photocopying, faxing, receiving and dispatching documents.
- Provide court administration services.
- Assist with the efficient management of court rolls.
- Submit monthly reports and statistics.
- Provide case records services.
Tips before you apply
- Use the new Z83 application form. Fill in every section and sign it: unsigned or incomplete Z83 forms are usually not considered.
- Quote the reference number RECRUIT 2026/362 on your application and in the subject line of any e-mail.
- Attach only the documents this advert asks for, such as a CV with your experience dated month and year. Many departments ask for certified copies only once you are shortlisted.
- Show clearly on your CV that you meet each requirement above, for example your Grade 12 results or driver's licence code.
How to apply
Apply the way the official advert says. EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
Where to apply: e mail: Recruit2026362@npa.gov.za
Enquiries: Tulisa Sibindlana Tel No: (047) 501 2669
Closing date: Monday, 16 November 2026
Notes from the official advert
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). Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA (only when shortlisted). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation (only when shortlisted). All applications must reach the NPA on/or before the closing date. No late applications will be accepted/processed. Documents should not be password protected, and ZIP files will be blocked. The NPA cannot be held responsible for server delays. All applications must reach the NPA on/or before the closing date. No late applications will be accepted/processed. 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. If you have not received an acknowledgement of receipt within one week after the closing date, then you can contact the NPA. The NPA reserves the right not to fill any particular position. If you do not hear from us within (6) six months from the closing date of the advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Successful candidates will be subjected to a security clearance of at least confidential. 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. A valid driver’s license will be a requirement where applicable. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments which are, a practical exercise and an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. All SMS posts will be subjected to a lifestyle audit. SMS posts…
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Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026 (view original). EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
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