Section 179(2) of the Constitution empowers the National Prosecuting Authority to institute criminal proceedings on behalf of the State and to carry out any necessary functions incidental to instituting criminal proceedings.
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Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions - Sexual Offences and Community Affairs
An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification.
At least ten (10) years’ post qualification experience in civil and/or criminal litigation. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
Admitted Attorney and/or Advocate. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998.
DUTIES :
Manage the portfolios assigned by the Special Director. Liaison and management of relevant stakeholders. Manage, train and guide SOCA provincial and cluster managers, prosecutors and stakeholders in respect of all matters relating to the SOCA mandate. Provide prosecutor guided investigations and prosecute cases when requested to do so by the Special Director. Study case dockets and other documents relating to SOCA mandate, representations and to make and review decisions with regard to the institution of criminal proceedings.
Prepare cases for court, appear in appeals and reviews on the instruction of Special Director. Prepare court opinions. Map out and implement strategic planning for the Unit and lead staff members to achieve strategic objectives. Development, performance management and assessment of staff members. Deal with the representations and complaints.
Ensure that a high standard of professional work is being carried out. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system. Initiate and coordinate public awareness campaigns and related training sessions. Oversight of TCC sites in the province. Assist in budget planning and donor funding management. Represent the NPA on SOCA mandate related matters with the media on request of the Special Director.
Quality control of statistics and performance management in relation to SOCA mandate. Compile reports as and when requested or required by the SOCA mandate for submission. Perform any other task the Special Director deems to be necessary.
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