Deputy Director Of Public Prosecutions Sexual Offences And Community Affairs

What you will need

• 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.
• Admission as an Attorney/Advocate is a pre-requisite.
• Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
• Good advocacy and legal drafting skills.
• Extensive knowledge of the Criminal Procedure Act and gender-based violence legislation. (Completed GBVF training courses).
• Demonstrable Knowledge and expertise of the GBVF mandate of the SOCA unit in the areas of Domestic Violence, Sexual Offences, Child Justice, Maintenance, Trafficking in Persons & all other GBV matters generally is required.
• Good interpersonal, analytical, presentation and communication skills.
• Knowledge and application of GBV legislation, regulations and policies.
• Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and financial management skills.
• Good planning skills, including administrative, organizational and Project management skills.
• Skills in public awareness initiatives and stakeholder management.
• Skills in research, development and presentation of training material in related fields.
• Knowledge of strategic planning and operational implementation of initiatives.
• Good verbal, communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of the Labour Relations Act and disciplinary process.
• Knowledge of international legislation and protocols will be added advantage, and the candidate must be prepared and able to travel extensively.
• Positive Security Clearance.
• Computer Literacy and knowledge of programmes in Ms Word & Teams, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint is mandatory.
• A Valid driver's licence.

Experience

At least 10 years' post qualification legal experience in criminal law litigation. (Regional and/or High court experience will be an advantage). Seven (7) years middle management experience which includes administration and Project management skills.

Driver's licence

A Valid driver's licence.

Skills and competencies

• Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
• Good advocacy and legal drafting skills.
• Good interpersonal, analytical, presentation and communication skills.
• Seven (7) years middle management experience which includes administration and Project management skills.
• Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and financial management skills.
• Good planning skills, including administrative, organizational and Project management skills.
• Skills in public awareness initiatives and stakeholder management.
• Skills in research, development and presentation of training material in related fields.
• Good verbal, communication and presentation skills.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the portfolios assigned by the Special Director.
• Liaison and management of relevant stakeholders.
• Manage, train and guide SOCA cluster managers, prosecutors and stakeholders in respect of all matters relating 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 SOCA mandate, representations and to make and review decisions with regard to the institution of criminal proceedings.
• Prepare cases for court, appear in appeals and reviews on the instruction of the SDPP.
• Prepare legal opinions.
• Strategically lead and implement the strategies of the unit and ensure operational implementation.
• Oversee resources and align them to strategic objectives.
• Development, performance management and assessment of staff members.
• Deal with representations and complaints.
• Ensure that a high standard of professional work is being carried out.
• Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction in conjunction with partners in the criminal justice system.
• Initiate and coordinate public awareness campaigns and related training sessions.
• Assist in budget planning and donor funding management.
• Represent the NPA on SOCA mandate related matters with the media or any other platform on request of the SDPP.
• Quality control of statistics and performance management in relation to SOCA mandate.
• Compile reports as and when requested or required by the SOCA mandate for submission.
• Ensure good governance and compliance.
• Perform any other task the SDPP deems to be necessary

Additional details

• Grade: National

How to apply

Pretoria: Head Office e mail: [email protected]; Durban e mail: [email protected] 76

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• Enquiries: Sandra Reddy
• Telephone: (012) 845 6670