About the Role
The National Prosecuting Authority is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director: Administration and Support to join its team in Pretoria at the Head Office. This pivotal role involves providing high-level administrative, coordination, and operational support to various components, including the International Cooperation Component and the Money Laundering Desk. By ensuring that these crucial functions are executed effectively, you will play an essential part in enhancing the integrity of South Africa’s public service and community safety.
In your role, you will be responsible for supervising administrative staff, coordinating strategic engagements, and managing logistical arrangements for official visits from international representatives. This position is vital for fostering international cooperation in legal matters, thereby contributing to a safer, more accountable judicial system in South Africa. Your efforts will ensure that the National Prosecution Service can effectively tackle challenges related to money laundering and mutual legal assistance, ultimately serving the community and upholding the rule of law.
About the Department
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) is dedicated to delivering justice and upholding the law in South Africa. Its mission is to ensure that the prosecution of criminal cases is conducted with integrity and professionalism, while also promoting public confidence in the legal system. Working at the NPA means being part of a committed team focused on protecting the rights of South African citizens and enhancing public safety through effective prosecution and legal support.
As an employee of the NPA, you will contribute to a meaningful cause that impacts the lives of many. You will collaborate with various departments and international partners, gaining exposure to a diverse range of legal and administrative processes that are crucial to the functioning of the country’s justice system.
What You’ll Do
- Provide high-level administrative and operational support to key components within the NPA.
- Supervise and guide administrative staff to ensure efficient office operations.
- Coordinate strategic interdepartmental and inter-agency engagements.
- Prepare reports and track deliverables, ensuring effective follow-through on decisions.
- Manage logistical arrangements for official visits by foreign representatives and international bodies.
- Facilitate training initiatives and stakeholder engagements related to international cooperation.
- Oversee supply chain management and human resource administration processes.
What You’ll Need
- An appropriate B-degree (NQF level 7) or a three-year Diploma (NQF level 6) in Administration or a related field.
- Minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role, including supervisory experience.
- Strong competency in team coordination and stakeholder liaison.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in drafting high-quality official correspondence.
- Knowledge of the NPA Act, Public Service Act, and applicable public service regulations.
- Proactive and service-oriented attitude with strong attention to detail.
- Computer literacy and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
Requirements
An appropriate B - degree (NQF level 7) or Three (3) year Diploma (NQF level 6) in Administration or equivalent qualification.Minimum three (3) years ‘experience.
At least three (3) years’ supervisory experience in the related field.
Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
The successful candidate must demonstrate sound experience in supervision, team coordination, stakeholder liaison and the drafting of high-quality official correspondence.
Knowledge of the NPA Act, the Public Service Act and Regulations, the PFMA and applicable public service prescripts is essential.
The position requires a proactive, disciplined 83 and service-oriented professional with excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong presentation ability, sound judgement, attention to detail and the capacity to manage competing priorities under pressure.
The candidate must be computer literate, reliable, well organised, able to work efficiently in a team environment and capable of engaging professionally with diverse internal, interdepartmental and international stakeholders.
Knowledge in administration and general functions.
Job Duties
Provide high-level administrative, coordination and operational support to the international Cooperation Component, The Money Laundering Desk, the REPS Component and where required, other components within the National Prosecution Service.Support the Head of the Component and relevant functional areas in coordinating strategic interdepartmental and inter-agency engagements, preparing reports, tracking deliverables and ensuring effective follow through on decisions taken.
Supervise and guide administrative staff to ensure efficient office operations, quality service delivery and compliance with applicable policies and prescripts.
Coordinate official visits by representatives of foreign States and international bodies including logistical arrangements, stakeholder liaison and related administrative support.
Perform functions linked to mutual legal assistance, extradition, money laundering coordination and related prosecutorial support processes, including meeting coordination, documentation management and follow-upon action items.
Facilitate the organisation of training initiatives, stakeholder engagements and official travel arrangements linked to international cooperation, money laundering matters and REPS-related functions.
Oversee and support the timely execution of supply chain management and human resource administration processes while promoting accountability, responsiveness and professionalism across the supported components.
