State Advocate – CPP: Ntuzuma needed at National Prosecuting Authority

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 in prosecution in Criminal and/or civil litigation. In depth and extensive knowledge of the law and management in respect of Sexual offences, Domestic Violence, Child Offenders and Trafficking in Person, Maintenance matters. Demonstrate skill in community engagements and consultation on criminal justice matters is critical. 

DUTIES :

• Assist in prosecuting complex sexual offences in the Sexual Offences Court. Tracking, monitoring and facilitation of cases through the Criminal Justice System. Assist in managing the court rolls at specialist hybrid court for Thuthuzela Care Centre reported cases and other sexual offences. Secure the attendance of witnesses, investigating officers and accused in custody at court.
• Ensure a reduction of turnaround time in the finalisation of cases to nine (9) months as per unit’s strategy. Responsible for prosecutor guided investigators of Thuthuzela Care Centre reported cases and other related sexual offences matters. Help improve functional relationships.
• Constant follow up with the relevant stake holders. Help increase the conviction rate. Perform other duties and activities as requested by Provincial Manager or Head of Unit. Assist in the setting up of Thuthuzela Care Centre and maintain the functioning thereof. Supervise, train and develop relevant role players including prosecutors and police.
• Institute and conduct criminal proceedings on behalf of the State. Perform any act incidental thereto and carry out the duties and functions assigned to the prosecutor under any act and/or Policy Manual. Study case dockets, make assessments thereof and decide on the institution prosecution. Prepare cases for court, including the acquisition of additional evidence and draft charge sheets, indictments and court documents. Present the State’s case in court, lead and cross examine witnesses, address the court on, inter alia, conviction and sentence.