Senior State Advocate Eastern Cape

National Prosecuting Authority is actively recruiting for a Senior State Advocate position in Eastern Cape. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Law / Legal sector looking to advance their careers.

• Experience Level: 8 years • Educational Background: LLB or equivalent • Industry Focus: Law / Legal • Location Preference: in Eastern Cape

Legal professionals like Senior State Advocate ensure justice and compliance. This role is essential for organizational and societal legal frameworks.

This role in Law / Legal offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

When applying for this Senior State Advocate position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 8 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with LLB • Specific achievements in the Law / Legal field • Any certifications or specialized training

The Law / Legal sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification. At least eight years’ post qualification legal experience, in criminal litigation. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Right of appearance as contemplated in section 25(2) of the NPA Act, 32 of 1998. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required. Experience with MS Teams and Power BI will be an advantage. Ability to act independently without constant supervision. Must have good administrative skills. Able to work under pressure, which may involve long hours. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Adaptability, communication and teamwork are also required in respect of working with other role-players. Knowledge and experience on TRC matters will be an added advantage. A valid driver’s licence. 

Study the recommendations of the TRC (including relevant volumes of the TRC and its final report, related articles, video clips and records and all exhibits and documents handed in at the hearings, trials, inquests, proceedings), pertaining to allocated TRC matters. Consider the recommendations of the TRC and related matters. Provide guidance to dedicated TRC investigating officers. Drafting documents pertaining to access to crime scenes, court documents, documents and exhibits in possession of other state departments, universities, non- governmental organisations and other assistance as may be required by investigators. Conduct research, drafting of legal documents and attend to representations arising out of TRC matters. Make legal decisions in accordance with the law, policies and justice. Assist with the preparation of charge sheets/indictments where applicable. Co-operate and engage with all relevant stakeholders and colleagues pertaining to TRC matters. Make legal decisions in accordance with the law, NPA prosecution policies and directives. Also conduct research, prepare reports, and draft legal opinions, policies, stakeholder engagements, meetings and projects. Monitor, analyse and report on performance information and statistics. Assist with the development of strategic, operational and implementation plans. Identify and resolve challenges affecting the performance of the NPA.