CAREER OPPORTUNITIES | NATIONAL PROSECUTING AUTHORITY OF ZIMBABWE

Organisation: National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ)

Reference: NPAZ/VAC/2026/01

Locations: Harare, Head Office, High Court, Superior Court Stations and Provinces

Industry: Legal Services, Administration and Public Service

The National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe is inviting suitably qualified and competent candidates to apply for several vacancies. This is an opportunity for professionals in law, records management, administration, and office support to contribute to the administration of justice in Zimbabwe.

Duty Station: Nationwide

Reports to: Prosecutor in Charge (Provincial)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Prosecute criminal matters on behalf of the State in Magistrates' Courts.

- Prepare and present cases, examine witnesses, lead evidence, and make submissions on sentence.

- Review dockets for completeness and legal sufficiency.

- Identify evidential gaps, write legal opinions, and conduct further investigations with the Zimbabwe Republic Police.

- Decide, under the guidance of the Prosecutor in Charge, whether to prosecute and frame or amend charges.

- Represent the State in bail and other court applications.

- Manage trial preparation, prioritise urgent matters, and track court dates.

- Argue points of law and respond to judicial queries.

REQUIREMENTS

- Bachelor of Laws Honours Degree (LLB Hons) from a recognised university.

- Foreign qualifications must be verified by the Zimbabwe Council for Higher Education (ZIMCHE).

- One year of legal experience is an added advantage.

- Strong oral and written advocacy skills.

- Strong legal research and analysis skills.

- Sound knowledge of the Criminal Procedure and Evidence Act and the Criminal Law (Codification and Reform) Act.

- Unquestionable integrity and professionalism.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants should prepare the following:

- Application letter.

- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).

- Certified copies of National Identity Document.

- Certified copies of academic and professional certificates. I'm

Combine all documents into ONE portable, unencrypted PDF file and email it to:

hr@npa.gov.zw

Use the relevant reference number and job title in the email subject line, as stated in the official notice.

NPAZ/VAC/2026/01