Senior Public Prosecutor (Tutor)

Requirements

• An LLB.
• For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification.
• At least eight (8) years post qualification legal experience.
• Five (5) years’ experience in legal practice will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
• Good management skills.
• Proficiency in prosecution/litigation, competency in guiding investigations and giving instructions in reasonably complex or more difficult common law and statutory offences.
• Able to draft charge sheets and complex court documents.
• Ability to act independently without constant supervision.
• Must have good administrative skills.
• Prosecutorial/litigation experience in both District and Regional Courts.
• Required skills include general and strategic management, stakeholder engagement, people management and empowerment, communication, customer focus and responsiveness, problem-solving, decision-making, project management, administration, report writing, service delivery innovation, negotiation, policy analysis and development, research, presentation and facilitation.
• The applicant must be willing to travel within the DPP division and must possess a valid driver’s licence.
• The role also requires specifically the ability to manage, guide and train prosecutors; prosecute, guide investigations and issue instructions in reasonably complex or more difficult common law and statutory offences; draft charge sheets and complex court documents; and work independently without constant supervision.
• General computer literacy and knowledge of programs in Microsoft Office.

Duties

• Tutor aspirant prosecutors in an outcomes-based learning programme by guiding practical, theoretical and interactive learning activities.
• Assess learner competence, conduct and record assessment tasks, monitor progress and provide constructive feedback to learners and programme coordinators.
• Promote effective study skills, time management, independent learning and confidence in the subject matter.
• Maintain accurate attendance, progress and session records.
• Create an inclusive, respectful and safe learning environment that accommodates different learning styles and abilities.
• Liaise with relevant staff and stakeholders on learner progress, challenges and support needs.
• Perform related administrative duties and comply with applicable institutional policies, codes of conduct and safeguarding requirements.
• In addition, manage, supervise, train and mentor prosecutors; study case dockets and determine whether to institute and conduct criminal proceedings, maintenance matters and inquests of a general or more advanced nature in the Lower Courts; prepare matters for court by guiding investigations, consulting witnesses and obtaining additional evidence; draft charge sheets and other court documents; present and assist prosecutors in presenting the State’s case, leading witnesses, conducting cross-examination and addressing the court on conviction, sentence and related matters; and conduct prosecutions on behalf of the State.
• Perform all incidental and related duties in accordance with applicable legislation, the Code of Conduct, Ethics, the Prosecution Policy and NPA Policy Directives.
• Prioritise high-impact corruption and other matters; prepare opinions and heads of argument and argue matters in the appropriate court where a right of appearance exists.
• Conduct performance assessments and assist the Chief Prosecutor with staff assessments.
• Account to the Chief Prosecutor and the Director of Public Prosecutions as Head of Office.
• Manage, control and attend to the administration of the Lower Courts and any specific tasks assigned by the supervisor.
• Advise and assist the relevant Chief Public Prosecutor and/or DPP in identifying training needs, developing strategies to improve NPS performance and coordinating or presenting training interventions.
• Apply and promote Batho Pele Principles, the Service Charter and NPA processes.
• Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in collaboration with stakeholders in the criminal justice system.
• Ensure victim-centred services.

How to apply

New to the Z83 form? Read the application guide.

Enquiries

Notes from the department

• Applicants must apply by submitting applications on the most recent Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA website link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/ and a comprehensive CV only (with detailed experience information).
• Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources.
• Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA (only when shortlisted).
• It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation (only when shortlisted).
• All applications must reach the NPA on/or before the closing date.
• No late applications will be accepted/processed.
• Documents should not be password protected, and ZIP files will be blocked.
• The NPA cannot be held responsible for server delays.
• All applications must reach the NPA on/or before the closing date.
• No late applications will be accepted/processed.
• The applicant’s attention is drawn to the fact that the NPA uses an Electronic Response Handling System in terms of e-mailed applications.
• Please do not contact the NPA directly after you have e-mailed your applications to enquire if your application(s) have been received.
• If you have not received an acknowledgement of receipt within one week after the closing date, then you can contact the NPA.
• The NPA reserves the right not to fill any particular position.
• If you do not hear from us within (6) six months from the closing date of the advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
• Successful candidates will be subjected to a security clearance of at least confidential.
• Appointment to this position will be provisional, pending the issue of security clearance.
• Fingerprints will be taken on the day of the interview.
• The social media accounts of shortlisted applicants may be accessed as part of the verification process.
• A valid driver’s license will be a requirement where applicable.
• All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre- entry assessments which are, a practical exercise and an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
• All SMS posts will be subjected to a lifestyle audit.
• SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the NPA.
• All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview.
• Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.
• A pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is required for all SMS applicants for Public Service Act positions in the NPA (SMS pre-entry certificate to be submitted prior to appointment).
• NPA Act appointments are exempted from the pre-entry certificate requirement.
• This is a Public Service specific training programme.
• The name of the course is Certificate for entry into the SMS.
• The full details can be sourced from the link https://www.thensg.gov.za/training- course/sms-pre-entry-programme/..
• Applicants are advised that from 1 January 2021 a new application form for employment (Z83) is in use.
• The new application for employment form can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za- vacancies.
• From 1 January 2021 should an application be received using the incorrect (old) application for employment (Z83), it will not be considered.
• NB! Applicants who are successful must please note that the NPA is not in a position to pay resettlement costs.