Mahuma Lloyd Maila
Legal Administration Officer
Pretoria
Summary
Exceptionally meticulous and reliable Forensic Scientist and Legal Administration Officer with a superb record of accurate and consistent crime investigation support. Thoroughly knowledgeable in drug analysis, crime scene investigation, policing and civil litigation procedures of the Republic of South Africa. I am graduate with a Bachelor of Law Degree (LLB) and Bachelor of Science in Chemistry & Biochemistry with the intention to pursue a career in Corporate Advisory Services, Forensic Audit and Investigative Services.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
Legal Administration Officer
South African Police Service
- Current
- Render legal support advice in managing civil litigation against the state, conduct legal research and drafting.
- Liaise with other departments as well as Provincial Legal Official regarding litigious matters.
- Deal with civil claims against the state and motion/application against state.
- Investigate litigious matters and provide state attorney with instruction.
- Attend consultations and hearing/trials in collaboration with the state attorney.
- Determines liability and attend to write-offs for state losses concerning logistical and civil claims.
- Recommend settlement officers for claims against the state, including ex gratia payment.
Forensic Scientist
Forensic Science Laboratory, South African Police Service
11.2015 - Current
- Performed effective analysis and investigation of exhibits material for drug and medicine related substance using GC-MS, LC-MS and FTIR.
- Issued the 212 statement/reports on the findings.
- Maintained QA/QC documentation result reports and preventive maintenance records on a regular basis.
- Comply with the Quality Management System and SHE requirements.
- Performed forensic investigation including crime scene investigation.
- Provided expert witness court testimony as required.
- Furnished technical assistance and support to law enforcement and legal personnel as needed.
- Conducted routine accreditation audits laboratory audits and maintenance checks on a regular basis.
- Mentored new employees.
Police Officer
South African Police Service
01.2008 - 10.2015
- Investigated crime, opened and registered case dockets and reported crimes and complains on CAS system.
- Performed general community service centre administration duties at police station, dispatching of patrol vehicles to crime scenes and complains interviewing and supporting victims of crimes.
- Arrested suspects and safeguarding of awaiting trial prisoners.
- Gave evidence in the court of law.
- Performed general crime prevention duties and transporting awaiting trial prisoners to court.
- Managed crowds on different mass gathering occasions.
Rifleman
South African National Defence Force, SA Army
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Performed general security duties around South Africa.
- Performed United Nation and African Union peacekeeping mission in Africa.
- General military duties.
Education
Bachelor of Laws - LLB
University of South Africa
12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Chemistry
University of South Africa
12.2014
Higher Certificate - Grade 12
Holly Trinity Secondary School
12.2002
Skills
Interpersonal skills
Certification
South African National Defence Force Basic Military Training Certificate
References
- S, Moripe, Senior manager (SAPS Forensic science laboratory), 082 526 6546, 0827578282
- P, Lethuba, Manager (SAPS Chief Legal Administrator), 076 158 1052, 063 642 7764
- M, Mokoena, Legal Administration Officer (SAPS), 0737432309, 060 998 8734
Affiliations
ACFESA
Timeline
Forensic Scientist
Forensic Science Laboratory, South African Police Service
11.2015 - Current
Police Officer
South African Police Service
01.2008 - 10.2015
Rifleman
South African National Defence Force, SA Army
01.2006 - 01.2008
Legal Administration Officer
South African Police Service
- Current
Bachelor of Laws - LLB
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Chemistry
University of South Africa
Higher Certificate - Grade 12
Holly Trinity Secondary School