State Advocate

Requirements

An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998. At least five (5) years’ post qualification legal experience. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Well-developed skills in legal research and legal drafting. Good knowledge of civil and/or criminal procedure. Proficiency in prosecution, competency in guiding investigations, drafting charge sheets, indictments and court documents and dealing with representations. Persons in 56 private practice must provide a certificate of good standing with the LPC. Good interpersonal, analytical, organisational and communication skills. Ability to act independently or with minimum supervision. A valid driver’s licence.

Key Responsibilities

Study case dockets. Decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings. Draft charge sheets, indictments and other court documents. Represent the State in all courts. Prepare a case for court, including the acquisition of additional evidence, lead and cross examine witnesses, address the court on inter alia, conviction and sentence. Study and deal with appeals and reviews, attend to representations, prepare opinions and heads of arguments. Conduct prosecution of serious, complex and organised commercial crime and corruption matters. Appear in court in motion applications pertaining to criminal matters and in general conduct prosecution on behalf of the state. Perform all duties related thereto in accordance with the code of conduct policy and directives of the NPA. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Nicholas Mogongwa Tel No: (053) 807 4539