COURT PREPARATION OFFICER National Prosecutions Service

Job Overview

The National Prosecutions Service is hiring Court Preparation Officers at CPP: Welkom (Kroonstad) and CPP: Kimberley (Hopetown) with a salary of R338 106 per annum (Level 07). Candidates must possess an appropriate B Degree or 3-year Diploma in Social Science, Behavioural Studies, or equivalent, along with at least one year of working experience. Responsibilities include providing holistic care for victims and witnesses, preventing secondary traumatization, and implementing court preparation. Applications must be submitted via email.

Requirements & Qualifications

• An appropriate B Degree (NQF level 7) or Three (3) year Diploma (NQF level 6) in Social Science / Behavioural Studies or equivalent
• At least one (1) year working experience which includes experience gained during training
• Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility
• Sound co-ordination and counselling experience
• Ability to work well with children
• Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System
• Excellent administrative skills, good communication skills and problem-solving skills

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide holistic and integrated care for the victims of crime, customers and witnesses within the court environment
• Prevent secondary traumatization by providing a safe and secure environment in which to testify
• Implement court preparation for children and adult victims of crime, customers and witnesses and perform all other duties in relation thereto
• Liaise with and report to the Prosecutor/Manager
• Perform all duties in accordance with general accepted court preparation technique

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