SENIOR STATE ADVOCATE

Job Overview

The National Prosecuting Authority (Specialised Commercial Crime Unit) is hiring a Senior State Advocate based in Mmabatho. Responsibilities include conducting state prosecutions on serious, complex, and organized crime, corruption, and money laundering cases; advising police on investigations; drafting court documents; and mentoring junior advocates. Candidates must hold an LLB (or appropriate legal qualification for serving prosecutors) and have at least 8 years of post-qualification legal experience in civil and/or criminal litigation, alongside a valid driver's licence.

Requirements & Qualifications

• An LLB degree, or any appropriate legal qualification for serving prosecutors seeking promotion.
• At least eight (8) years post-qualification legal experience in civil and/or criminal litigation.
• Admission as an advocate or attorney will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrable competency in acting independently, professionally, accountably and with credibility.
• Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998.
• High level of proficiency in prosecuting/litigation and presenting/arguing cases in court.
• Experience in prosecution/litigation, competency in guiding investigations, guiding criminal investigations and giving instructions in law and statutory offences.
• Interpersonal skills and good knowledge of civil and/or criminal procedure.
• Good advocacy, well-developed skills in legal research and legal drafting skills.
• Knowledge of PFMA, MFMA and money laundering matters.
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of programs in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct prosecution on behalf of the State on serious, complex and organised crime cases, corruption and money laundering matters.
• Advise the police on the investigation of serious, complex organised crime cases and cyber-related matters.
• Conduct legal research and keep up to date with legal developments.
• Draft charge sheets and other court documents and represent the State in all courts.
• Draft heads of arguments and argue appeals.
• Present cases in court, lead witnesses, cross-examine and address the court on conviction and sentence.
• Appear in motion proceedings and also do appeals and reviews.
• Generally, conduct prosecution on behalf of the State.
• Manage performance assessment, mentor and guide work of Junior Advocates.
• Offer skills transfer to lower court prosecutors and investigating officers.
• Perform ad hoc duties incidental to middle management services regionally.

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