NPA Code Of Ethics - National Prosecuting Authority

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4 OUR VALUES Values cannot remain theoretical. We must embrace and live our values and express them in all our everyday activities. In the following section we clarify what our values mean in practice and we specify, through principles and conduct provisions, what we will do and what we will refrain from doing. These principles, conduct provisions and guidelines are not intended to be exhaustive, but we hope they provide sufficient clarity on what conduct is in line with our values. 10 12
4.1 Accountability Accountability means that we are prepared to take responsibility for our own work, make commitments, find solutions and be accountable for the results by • Complying with all applicable laws, rules, • Accepting personal responsibility for our regulations, policies and this Code of Ethics; actions; and • Ensuring accurate reporting; • Protecting the NPA’s assets and records. 4.1.1 Complying with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies We will a. Observe the letter and spirit of these documents; b. Observe and know all relevant national laws applicable to the mandate of the NPA; and c. Follow all internal policies and procedures, including the standards of conduct and performance as set out in this Code of Ethics. 4.1.2 Ensuring accurate reporting We will a. Report accurately and honestly on our performance, achievements and prospects. 4.1.3 Accepting personal responsibility for our actions We will a. Assume personal and professional ownership of our individual decisions and actions; b. Not blame others for our poor decisions and actions; c. Not make commitments on behalf of the NPA for which we canno assume personal responsibility or on which we cannot personally deliver; and 4.1.4 Protecting the NPA’s assets and records We will a. Avoid using the NPA’s property, assets, or equipment in an improper or wasteful manner, or for personal gain; b. Treat assets such as vehicles or equipment with care and respect; 13
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