Regional Court Prosecutor

About the role

The National Prosecuting Authority is recruiting a Regional Court Prosecutor in Gauteng, South Africa. The prosecutor represents the State in criminal proceedings, decides whether to institute them and conducts them in court.

Key responsibilities

• Study case dockets and decide on the institution of and conduct of criminal proceedings.
• Draft charge sheets and other documents and represent the State in all courts.
• Lead witnesses, cross-examine and address the court on matters such as conviction and sentence, and conduct prosecutions on behalf of the State.
• Perform general administrative duties of the office.
• Promote partner integration, community involvement and customer satisfaction with partners in the criminal justice system, in line with the Code of Conduct, Policy and Directives of the National Prosecuting Authority.

Required profile

• An LLB; for serving prosecutors seeking promotion, any appropriate legal qualification.
• At least four years of post-qualification legal experience.
• Demonstrable competency in acting independently, professionally, accountably and with credibility.
• Ability to act independently or with minimum supervision.