State Advocate at National Prosecuting Authority

REQUIREMENTS :

• An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least five (5) years post qualification legal experience in legal practice and/or regional court prosecution. Litigation experience with regard to common law offences such as serious violent crimes, syndicate drug dealing, organised robberies with aggravated circumstances, fraud, theft, commercial crimes and corruption. Knowledge of and or experience in the litigation of the Prevention of Organized Crime Act (POCA) and related matters. Proficiency in Prosecuting or litigation experience in racketeering and gang related matters will be an added advantage. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998. Proficiency in guiding investigations in complex or more difficult matters. Strong computer skills and knowledge of programs in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. Written and verbal communication skills. A valid drivers’ licence. 

DUTIES :

• Study case dockets, decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings. Deal with any representations. Guide investigations in organised crime complex or more difficult matters, including commercial matters. Prepare cases for court, including acquisition of additional evidence and draft charge sheets, indictments, heads of argument, opinions and all other court documents. Represent the state in all courts, lead and cross examine witnesses, address the court on inter alia, conviction and sentence. Manage court and case flow management of cases independently. Study and deal with appeals and reviews. Manage any portfolio assigned by the Deputy Director managing the OCC. Mentor and guide DPCI and SAPS investigating officers, prosecutors and stakeholders. Assist in high profile matters and matters where an increased risk element is present. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system. Mentor and coach junior staff and quality check their work. Participate in the performance assessment of staff being mentored.