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Career Opportunities within the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA)

Career Opportunities within the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA). About the NPA. Established in 1998 - Section 179(1) of the Constitution Primary role is to: Institute criminal proceedings on behalf of the State Perform functions incidental to the institution of these proceedings

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Career Opportunities within the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA)

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  1. Career Opportunities within the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA)

  2. About the NPA • Established in 1998 - Section 179(1) of the Constitution • Primary role is to: • Institute criminal proceedings on behalf of the State • Perform functions incidental to the institution of these proceedings • Discontinue prosecutions

  3. About the NPA • NPA headed by NDPP: • 1998 – 2004: Advocate Bulelani Ngcuka • 2005 – current: Advocate Vusi Pikoli • 2007 – current Advocate Mokotedi Mpshe (acting) • NDPP reports to the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development

  4. NPA Organisational Structure NDPP CEO AFU DSO NPS National Special Services Division CS PCLU Communications SOCA IMU WPU Strategy & Risk SCCU

  5. Vision Justice in our society so that people can live in freedom and security

  6. Mission Guided by the Constitution, we in the National Prosecuting Authority ensure justice for the victims of crime by prosecuting without fear, favour or prejudice; by working with our partners and the public to solve and prevent crime.

  7. DoJ &CD manage courts provide support to judiciary • DSD • provides socialservices (e.g. social workers) to ensure restorative justice SAPS investigate crime gather evidence make arrests compile dockets DCS manage prisonfacilities rehabilitate offenders NPA • institute prosecution • discontinue prosecution • seize proceeds of crime NPA in the CJS

  8. National Prosecuting Services • Core function of the NPA, i.e instituting and conducting criminal prosecution • Coordinates and assists the offices of the DPPs and Lower Court Prosecutors • Monitors and manages the performance of prosecutors in court

  9. Directorate of Special Operations “Scorpions” • Investigate criminal activities committed in an organised fashion • Investigate any offences determined by the President by proclamation in the Gazette • Focus on crimes of national impact that require the integration of intelligence, investigation and prosecution, supported by modern technology

  10. Asset Forfeiture Unit • Established to make crime unprofitable by seizing assets that are proceeds of crime or used as instruments to commit crime • It deals with cases involving all crime with special emphasis on organised crime • It uses the asset forfeiture powers contained in Chapter 5 and 6 of the Prevention of Organised Crime Act • Asset forfeiture is a new area in SA law

  11. National Special Services Division Headed by Dr Silas Ramaite, NSSD is made up as per figure below: NSSD Deputy National Director of Public Prosecutions Dr Silas Ramaite Sexual Offences & Community Affairs (SOCA) Unit Witness Protection Unit (WPU) Special Commercial Crime Unit (SCCU) Priority Crime Litigation Unit (PCLU)

  12. Sexual Offences & Community Affairs • Specialist Unit dealing with sexual offences against women and children • Manages multi-disciplinary centres that care for survivors of rape, called Thuthuzela Care Centres

  13. Sexual Offences & Community Affairs • SOCA’s four core areas of focus: • Sexual Offences • Child Justice • Domestic Violence • Maintenance

  14. Witness Protection Unit • The WPU mandate is from the Witness Protection Act 112 of 1998 • The functions of the Unit include: • creating and maintaining successful support services for vulnerable and intimidated witnesses • ensuring successful relocation and reintegration of witnesses back into society (After-care) • All functions & duties classified ‘Secret’

  15. Specialised Commercial Crime Unit • Employs specialist prosecutors to coordinate the investigation and lead the prosecution of commercial crime • The Unit investigates and prosecutes complex commercial crime matters emanating from the SAPS Commercial Branches

  16. Priority Crimes Litigation Unit • Established by Presidential Proclamation in March 2003 • PCLU mandate is to manage and direct the investigations and prosecutions relating to the following: • Cases which arise from the TRC: • Any other priority crimes determined by the National Director. • Serious national and international crimes, including treason, sedition, terrorism and sabotage

  17. Office of the CEO manages the following supporting units: Corporate Services (CS) Integrity Management Unit (IMU) Communication Unit (CU) Strategy & Risk Security & Risk Management Internal Audit Office of the CEO Office of the CEO CEO DCEO

  18. HRM&D IMSC F&P R&PI • Providing IT and information management topromote effectiveness and efficiency of the NPA • Recruitment and retention of staff • Training & Development • Employee Wellness • Organisational Development • Labour relations • Budgeting and payment of salaries • Procurement of goods and services • Tender management • Contract & fleet management • Asset management • Research • Policy development • Knowledge and Information Corporate Services O-CEO Corporate Services (CS) Head: Ms Beryl Simelane .

  19. Role of the Prosecutor • Assists the court: • in arriving at the truth and just verdict • in arriving at a fair sentence based on evidence • Represents community in criminal trialsEnsure that interests of victims and witnesses are promoted • Key obligation is to act in a balanced and honest manner – without fear, favour or prejudice

  20. Prosecutors in Court • High Court • High profile cases • Legislated offences, e.g. • Corruption • Fraud • Only State Advocates • Lower / Regional Courts • Non-legislated, common law offences, e.g. • Theft • Common assault • Murder • Robbery DDPP Chief Prosecutor Senior State Advocate Senior Prosecutor Junior State Advocate Control Prosecutor Junior Prosecutor Requirements LLB At least 2 years prosecutorial experience • Requirements • LLB • Aspirant Prosecutor Training

  21. Aspirant Prosecutor Training • 6 months training programme in NPS • Training on specifics related to prosecution • Course work includes: • Office management • Skills development • Court administration • Intensive practical training on how to conduct prosecutions in court • Annual intake - July

  22. DSO Training • DSO trainees start as probationary investigators • Training programme: • Core skills training – 16 weeks (Boot Camp) • Further training in • basic investigative procedures • understanding of legal and policy requirements • safety skills • Minimum 80% pass required • Training completed – Special Investigator

  23. DPP Appointed by the President, recommended by the NDPP • Requirements: • Right to appear in High Court; S2 & 3 of Right of Appearance in Courts Act, 1995 • LLB or higher legal qualification; • Extensive knowledge of criminal or civil litigation • Requirements: • LLB • Extensive knowledge of criminal law • Requirements: • LLB • Aspirant Prosecutor Training Career Opportunities Prosecutors NPS; AFU; SCCU; SOCA; PCLU DDPP Senior State Advocate Junior State Advocate Chief Prosecutor Senior Prosecutor Junior Prosecutor

  24. Requirements: • Recognised Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in one of the following areas : • IT, Finance, Law, Information Management & Analysis; Social Sciences; Criminal investigation • Knowledge and skill in : • database management, information analysis and data integration tools • Right to appear in High Court; S2 & 3 of Right of Appearance in Courts Act, 1995 • LLB or higher legal qualification; • Extensive knowledge of criminal or civil litigation • B Juris or B Proc • Extensive knowledge of criminal law • Requirements: • Bachelor Degree in Commerce, Serial Sciences or Law • Research capability • Analyze crime information • Compile reports Career Opportunities Investigators DSO; AFU Senior Special Investigator Junior Special Investigator Forensic Investigator Crime Analyst

  25. Careers in Management & Communication Corporate Services, Management and Communication HR Management Public Relations Supply Chain Management Event Management Internal Audit Media Relations Research Brand Management Strategy & Enterprise Risk Management

  26. Application submitted Short listing Pass selection stage No Yes Feedback may be offered Pass interview Start date Pre-employment checks Letter of offer Recruitment Process Jobs regularly Advertised in national newspapers and posted on NPA website Vacancies Advertised

  27. Security Clearance and Vetting • When joining the NPA, all new employees go through screening process, including: • Security clearance • Criminal checks • Vetting

  28. Security Clearance and Vetting • Other screening procedures: • Polygraph test • Physical fitness • Mental health assessment • Comprehensive medical examination • Driver competency

  29. Contact the NPA National Office Victoria & Griffiths Mxenge (VGM) Building 123 Westlake Avenue Weavind Park, Silverton Tel (012) 845 6000 www.npa.gov.za Enquiries on job opportunities careers@npa.gov.za General enquiries on the NPA communication@npa.gov.za

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