District Court Control Prosecutor

Requirements

An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least four (4) years post qualification legal experience. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently. Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Good management skills. Proficiency in prosecuting, guiding investigations and giving instructions in reasonably complex or more difficult common law and statutory offenses in the District Court. Ability to draft charge sheets and complex court documents. Good administration skills. Good management skills. Organisational skills. Ability to work independently. A valid driver’s license.

Key Responsibilities

Manage, train and give guidance to Prosecutors. Study court dockets and decide on the institution of and conduct criminal, proceedings of a general and more advanced nature in both District and Regional Court. Prepare cases for court and draft charge sheets and other proceedings for the court. Present and assist Prosecutors to present the State’s case in court, to lead witness, cross- examine and address the court on, inter alia, conviction and sentence and in general conduct prosecutions on behalf of the State. Perform all duties related thereof in accordance with the Code of Conduct, Policy and Directives of the National Prosecuting Authority. Assist the Senior Public Prosecutor with the performance assessment of staff. Perform general administrative duties of the office. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the justice system.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Thuso Damane Tel No: (021) 487 7129