The National Prosecuting Authority is recruiting for a State Advocate x5 posts
The National Prosecuting Authority is recruiting for a State Advocate x5 posts
DEADLINE: 10 May 2023
POST: STATE ADVOCATE RECRUIT 2023/194 (X5 POSTS): Investigating Directorate
- SALARY : R797 901 per annum (total cost package) to R1 323 702.per annum (total cost package) (Level LP- 7 to LP-8)
CENTRE : Pretoria: Head Office
REQUIREMENTS: An LLB or any appropriate legal qualification for serving prosecutors. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998. At least five years’ post qualification legal experience. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Extensive prosecutorial or litigation experience with regard to common law offences such as fraud, theft, forgery and uttering, commercial crimes and related matters. Proficiency in prosecuting, guiding investigations in complex or more difficult matters, including commercial matters, drafting charge sheets, including indictments and court documents, dealing with representations. Financial or accounting background and knowledge of Company law will be an added advantage. General computer literacy and knowledge of programs in MS Word; Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. Ability to act independently without supervision and manage court and case flow management independently. Excellent administrative skills.
DUTIES: Study case dockets, make assessments thereof and decide on the institution of prosecution. Deal with any representations. Guide investigations in complex or more difficult matters, including commercial matters. Prepare cases for court, including the acquisition of additional evidence and draft charge sheets, indictments and court documents. Present the State’s case in court, 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. Prepare opinions and heads of argument for complex matters and in general conduct prosecutions on behalf of the State. Mentor and guide investigating officers, Prosecutors and stakeholders. Assist in high profile matters or matters where an increased risk element is present. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice independently without supervision and manage court and case flow management independently.
ENQUIRIES: Maureen Dibetle Tel No:012 845 7727
Submit your application to the following email
APPLICATIONS: e-mail [email protected]
Application Instructions
Applicants must apply by submitting applications on the most recent Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/ and a comprehensive CV ONLY (with detailed experience information). Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA (only when shortlisted). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation (only when shortlisted).
Handwritten Z83 must be completed in BLOCK LETTERS. If the Z83 is not completed as prescribed your application will not be accepted. All applications must reach the NPA on/or before the closing date. No late applications will be accepted/processed. Documents should not be password protected and ZIP files will be blocked. The NPA cannot be held responsible for server delays. All applications must reach the NPA on/or before the closing date. No late applications will be accepted/processed. Applicant’s attention is drawn to the fact that the NPA uses an Electronic Response Handling System in terms of e-mailed applications. Please DO NOT contact the NPA directly after you have e-mailed your applications to enquire if your application(s) have been received. If you have not received an acknowledgement of receipt within one week after the closing date then you can contact the NPA. The NPA reserves the right not to fill any particular position. If you do not hear from us within (6) six months from the closing date of the advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
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