Enforcement officer vacancy at the NPA Asset Forfeiture Unit in Mthatha. R487 197 excluding benefits. Reference RECRUIT 2026/337. Closes 19 Oct.
| Job Title | Enforcement Officer: Asset Forfeiture Unit |
| Employer | National Prosecuting Authority |
| Reference Number | RECRUIT 2026/337 |
| Category | Finance and forfeiture |
| Location | Mthatha, Eastern Cape (Asset Forfeiture Unit), South Africa |
| Employment Type | Full time |
| Date Posted | 2 October 2026 |
| Closing Date | 19 October 2026 |
| Status | Open for applications |
| Salary | R487 197 per year |
| Minimum Qualification | Diploma / Associate degree |
| Experience Required | 3 years |
About this Enforcement Officer: Asset Forfeiture Unit position
Introduction
The National Prosecuting Authority's Asset Forfeiture Unit needs an enforcement officer in Mthatha. This is a finance-driven post that deals with the curators and auctioneers who handle assets seized under criminal asset recovery rules. The salary is R487 197 per year at Level 9 excluding benefits, and the reference number is RECRUIT 2026/337. A degree or three-year finance diploma and three years of relevant experience are required. Applications close on 19 October 2026.
This post suits a finance graduate who wants to work on the recovery of criminal assets. The enforcement officer deals with curators and auctioneers, so experience in supply chain, accounts reconciliation or debt collection helps. The advert asks for three years of relevant experience and a degree or three-year finance diploma. Include numbers on your CV, such as the value of accounts you reconciled. Strong integrity matters in this unit, and the advert asks for demonstrable competency in acting independently and professionally. Applications go to a dedicated NPA email address, and the salary of R487 197 excludes benefits.
About the Employer
The National Prosecuting Authority prosecutes criminal cases on behalf of the state, and its Asset Forfeiture Unit recovers the proceeds of crime.
Responsibilities
• Facilitate the supply chain process of identifying curators and appointing auctioneers
• Monitor curators and officials to make sure money due to the state is collected on time
• Reconcile curator accounts and the criminal asset recovery account
• Capture curator finance information on the system
Required Qualifications
• A B-degree (NQF 7) or three-year diploma (NQF 6) in finance or equivalent
• Three years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of the PSA, PFMA, POCA and supply chain management
• Knowledge of NPA and AFU policies and procedures
• Skills in MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• Strong people management and decision-making skills
Job Benefits and Perks
The advert states the salary of R487 197 per year excludes benefits, so ask what benefits apply.
How to Apply
Email your application to Recruit2026337@npa.gov.za using the most recent Z83 form and a CV.
Enquiries: Ziyanda Mthwazi, (047) 501 2632.
Use the new Z83 form, quote the reference number and make sure your application reaches the department before the closing date.
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