Nominations/Applications: Deputy Public Protector

The Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development calls for nominations and applications for the Deputy Public Protector (DPP) position.
 

Nominations/Applications must be sent to [email protected] by no later than Friday, 11 October 2024 at 16:00.

Nominations/Applications must contain a curriculum vitae (CV) providing the nominee/applicant’s:
 

• Full name, ID number and gender;
• Contact details, including physical address, telephone/cell phone number and email address;
• Relevant previous work experience (including relevant dates and organisations concerned); and
• Academic qualifications.

In the case of nominations, the nomination must also contain the full name, address/email address, and contact details of the person or organisation making the nomination, as well as a signed acceptance by the nominee.
 

The person recommended for appointment must be a South African citizen who is a fit and proper person to hold such office and who:
 

1. Is admitted as an advocate or an attorney and has, for a cumulative period of at least 10 years after having been admitted, practised as an advocate or an attorney; or
2. Is qualified to be admitted as an advocate or an attorney and has, for a cumulative period of at least 10 years after having so qualified, lectured in law at a university; or
3. Has specialised knowledge of or experience, for a cumulative period of at least 10 years, in the administration of justice, public administration or public finance; or
4. Has, for a cumulative period of at least 10 years, been a Member of Parliament; or
5. Has acquired any combination of experience mentioned in paragraphs (a) to (d) for a cumulative period of at least 10 years.

All the nominations/applications received will be published to allow members of the public to comment on the suitability of candidates. The shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a screening process.
 

The President appoints the DPP on the recommendation of the National Assembly for a period the President may determine at the time of appointment. The period cannot exceed seven years. The Deputy Public Protector may be reappointed for one additional term at the end of his or her term. The annual salary for the position is R2 031 835.

Specifically, regarding the role of the National Assembly, section 2A(3) of the Public Protector Act, 1994, provides that:

“The National Assembly shall recommend a person -

a. nominated by the Committee; and
b. approved by the National Assembly by a resolution adopted with a supporting vote of a majority of the members of the National Assembly.”

Enquiries should be addressed to Mr Ramaano on 083 709 8427 and  [email protected]

The advert can be viewed on the Parliamentary website on https://tinyurl.com/vxatyb4p
 
ISSUED BY THE CHAIRPERSON OF THE PORTFOLIO COMMITTEE ON JUSTICE AND CORRECTIONAL SERVICES, MR XOLA NQOLA.