Senior State Advocate – Bloemfontein (Free State) needed at National Prosecuting Authority

REQUIREMENTS :

• An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least eight years post qualification experience in civil and/or criminal litigation. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently,
• Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998. Admission as an Attorney/Advocate will be an added advantage. Good advocacy and legal drafting skills. 

DUTIES :

• Manage the portfolios assigned by the Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions. Manage, train and guide SOCA cluster managers, Prosecutors, TCC staff and stakeholders in respect of all matters relating to the SOCA mandate. Implement strategic initiatives and deliverables in line with the SOCA business unit plan.
• Operational management of the TCC sites in the respective province to ensure optimal efficacy. Performance management and assessment of allocated staff members. Quality control of statistics and performance management in relation to the SOCA mandate. Compile reports as and when requested or required by the SOCA mandate for submission. Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system.
• Liaison and management of relevant stakeholders. Initiate, coordinate, and participate in public awareness campaigns relevant to the SOCA mandate. Participation in GBV fora in respect of the SOCA mandate both provincially and nationally is required. Initiate, coordinate, and deliver training sessions relevant to the SOCA mandate. Provide prosecutor guided investigations and prosecute cases when requested to do so by the Special Director.
• Study case dockets and other documents relating to the SOCA mandate, representations and to make and review decisions regarding the institution of criminal proceeding. Prepare cases for court, appear in appeals and reviews as well as prepare court opinions on the instruction of Special Director or Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions.
• Assist in budget planning and donor funding management. Represent the NPA on SOCA mandate related matters with the media on request of the Special Director or her representative. Perform any other task the Special Director or his/her representative deems necessary.
• Ensure that a high standard of professional work is being carried out. The candidate must be available to travel extensively, both provincially and nationally, when required.