Deputy Director: Prosecutions REF: 59/2024 (MAG) at Departments: Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs

REQUIREMENTS: 

• The ideal candidate must be in possession of an appropriate Bachelor’s degree in law or an equivalent qualification coupled with 3 to 5 years’ experience in the prosecution of criminal and civil cases; National Security Clearance and a Valid Driver’s Licence. 

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: 

The successful candidate must have:-

• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Criminal Procedure Act, Prevention of Organised Crime Act, Public Service Act, Law of Evidence, the Municipal Finance Management Act and Local Government Legislation; Interpretation and application of legislation and policy; Decision making and problem solving skills; Give evidence in criminal, civil proceedings or litigation and disciplinary enquiries and Commissions of enquiry; Good communication skills both written and verbal; Computer literacy in MS Office; Communication with other Government Organisations and Private Sector. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The successful candidate will be required to ensure implementation of forensic investigation recommendations within municipalities with the following responsibilities:

• Facilitate and coordinate criminal prosecutions;
• Facilitate and coordinate civil recovery processes;
• Facilitate and coordinate disciplinary matters;
• Liaise with SAPS, the National Prosecuting Authority and other law enforcement agencies;
• Analyse trends and develop policies and guidelines;
• Manage the resources of the sub-directorate.