Library assistant post at the NPA, Director of Public Prosecutions office, Pietermaritzburg. Grade 12. R237 453 excl benefits. Closes 19 October 2026.
| Job Title | Library Assistant |
| Employer | National Prosecuting Authority |
| Reference Number | RECRUIT 2026/342 |
| Category | Library services |
| Location | Director of Public Prosecutions office, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa |
| Employment Type | Full time |
| Date Posted | 2 October 2026 |
| Closing Date | 19 October 2026 |
| Status | Open for applications |
| Salary | R237 453 per year |
| Minimum Qualification | Grade 12 / Matric |
About this Library Assistant position
Introduction
A library assistant vacancy has opened at the National Prosecuting Authority's office in Pietermaritzburg. The role supports the legal library of the Director of Public Prosecutions, which means ordering, processing and preparing library material and keeping administration in order. A Grade 12 certificate and solid MS Office skills are the main requirements. The salary is R237 453 per year at Level 5 excluding benefits under reference RECRUIT 2026/342. Applications close on 19 October 2026.
Library assistants help legal professionals find the right material quickly, which makes this a good entry post for someone who likes order and research support. Grade 12 is enough, and computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook are important. Show that you can work under pressure and independently, since the advert expects both, and mention supply chain or ordering experience if you have it. The office is in Pietermaritzburg, so you should be able to work there. Send your application to the dedicated NPA recruitment email address using the most recent Z83 form and a current CV. Applicants who have worked in a school, university or municipal library should say so clearly, because the post involves handling, ordering and processing real library stock.
About the Employer
The NPA's National Prosecutions Service runs prosecutions through offices led by Directors of Public Prosecutions, including the office in Pietermaritzburg.
Responsibilities
• Provide administrative support to the library service
• Prepare materials received from suppliers for exhibitions and process returns
• Order, procure and process library materials under supply chain and asset management rules
• Select and prepare materials for processing
Required Qualifications
• Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification
• Computer literacy in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Excellent organising, planning and administration skills
• Ability to work independently, under pressure and for extended hours
• Knowledge of library service policies and bibliographic information is helpful
Job Benefits and Perks
The advert states R237 453 per year excluding benefits. Ask HR what benefits apply.
How to Apply
Email your application to Recruit2026342@npa.gov.za using the most recent Z83 form and a CV.
Enquiries: Ethel Mokgoko, (033) 392 8761.
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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