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.
• Knowledge of and skills in general prosecution. Good interpersonal, analytical, organisational and communication skills. Ability to act independently or with minimum supervision. A valid driver’s licence. 

DUTIES :

• 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 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.