State Advocate CPP: Pietermaritzburg

REQUIREMENTS

• An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 252 of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998. At least five 5 years' post qualification legal experience in prosecution/litigation of Sexual Offences, Criminal Procedure, Civil litigation and management of gender-based violence matters. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
• Experience in guiding criminal investigations and giving instructions in law and statutory offences. Drafting charge sheets and complex court documents. Ability to act independently without constant supervision. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Decision making ability. Computer literacy and knowledge of programs in MS Office. A valid driver's licence.

DUTIES

• To institute and conduct criminal proceedings on behalf of the State, to perform any act incidental thereto and to carry out the duties and functions assigned to the prosecution under any Act and/or the Policy Manual and/or any other directives inter alia, study case dockets, decide on the institution of and conduct criminal proceedings, including proceedings of an advanced or complex nature in the dedicated Sexual Offences Courts. Prepare cases for court, guide investigations and consult with witnesses, draft charge sheets and other court documents including documents that are more complex in nature. Present the States' case in court. Present evidence, cross-examine and address the court on, inter alia, conviction and sentence. To ensure criminal and civil litigation in compliance with requirements legally imposed upon the State regarding aspects of criminal and civil activities relevant to the mandate of the National Prosecuting Authority on the management of Gender based violence and all matters incidental thereto. To track, monitor and facilitate cases through the Criminal Justice System, manage the court rolls at dedicated Sexual Offences Courts. Securing the attendance of witnesses, investigating officers' and accused in custody at court. Ensuring a reduction of turnaround time in the finalization of cases in line with the mandate of NPA. Assist to improve functional relationships with stakeholders. Constant follow up with the relevant stakeholders. Assist to improve the conviction rate. Supervise, train and develop relevant role-players where required. Submit monthly reports including statistics regarding performance management.