VACANCY IN THE OFFICE OF JUDGE OF THE COURT OF APPEAL OF THE REPUBLIC OF KENYA

 Republic of Kenya Judicial Service Commission 

VACANCY IN THE OFFICE OF JUDGE OF THE COURT OF APPEAL OF THE

REPUBLIC OF KENYA (6 POSTS)

 

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) is a Constitutional Commission established under Article 171 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 to promote and facilitate the independence and accountability of the Judiciary and the efficient, effective, and transparent administration of justice.

 

Following the declaration of vacancies in the Office of Judge of the Court of Appeal vide Gazette Notice No. 2529 dated 11^th March 2022, the JSC invites applications from qualified persons to fill the vacancies pursuant to Article 172(1)(a) and as read with Article 166 (1)(b), (2) and (4), Section 30 of the Judicial Service Act and the First Schedule of the Judicial Service Act (No. 1 of 2011).

 

Job details:

 

Ref: V/No.22/2022

Job title: Judge of the Court of Appeal

Number of posts: Six (6) posts

Tenure of office: Retirement at the age of seventy (70) years with the option for early retirement after attaining the age of sixty -five (65) years in accordance with Article 167(1) of the Constitution.

 

Remuneration and benefits: 

Based on guidelines by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission of Kenya, Gross Monthly Remuneration Package excluding benefits is a minimum of Kshs. 689,224 and a maximum of Kshs. 1,156,108.00

Functions of the Judge of the Court of Appeal:

A Judge of the Court of Appeal shall serve in the Court of Appeal of Kenya. The function and jurisdiction of the Court as provided for under Article 164 (3) (a)   and (b) of the Constitution, namely;

1.      To hear an appeal from the High Court and,

2.      To hear appeals from any other court or tribunal as prescribed by an Act of Parliament.

 

 

Constitutional and Statutory Requirements for Appointment:

 

For appointment to the position of Judge of the Court of Appeal, the applicant must possess the following minimum qualifications set out in Article 166 (2) (a) (b)and (c) as read with Sub Article (4) (a) (b) and (c) of the Constitution,

namely:

1.   Hold a law degree from a recognized university, or be an advocate of the
High Court of Kenya, or possess an equivalent qualification in a Common-
law jurisdiction;

2.   (a) Have at least ten (10) years experience as a superior court judge;

or

(b)  Have at least ten (10) years experience as a distinguished academic, or legal practitioner or such experience in another relevant legal field;

or

(c)   Have held the qualifications specified in paragraphs 2 (a) and (b) above for a period amounting, in the aggregate, to ten (10) years; and

(d)  Possess the experience required under paragraph 2 (a),(b), and (c) above is applicable, irrespective of whether that experience was gained in Kenya or in another Commonwealth Common-Law jurisdiction; and

3.   Have a high moral character, integrity, and impartiality (meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on Leadership and Integrity).

In addition, the applicants should demonstrate a high degree of professional competence, communication skills, fairness, good temperament, good judgment, a wide breadth of both legal and life experience, and a demonstrable commitment to public and community service.

The appointment shall be made in accordance with Article 166 (1)(b), (2) and (4) of the 2010 Constitution and Section 30, Part V and the First Schedule of the Judicial Service Act, No. 1 of 2011.

 

HOW TO APPLY:

 

Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their application by:

Filling out an Online Application for Employment Form available at the Commission's jobs portal: hittps://www. jsc. go.ke/index.pthp/careers/. Applicants should upload soft copies of the following documents to the online application:

 

i) A letter of Application,

ii) A detailed and updated curriculum vitae, summarizing the applicant's bio-data including, background information such as community service, financial discipline, pro bono activity, involvement as a party in litigation, and involvement in political activity including financial contribution to political party/parties (if any), criminal record and legal education, legal practice/engagement for the last five (5) years,

iii)  Names of three (3) professional references and two (2) character references who can verify and comment on the applicant's past and present employment,

iv)  Applicant's recent colored passport size photograph,

v)   Five (5) samples of any professional writings, including but not limited to judgments, advocacy submissions in courts, scholarly writings, or any legal publications that the applicant has authored,

vi)  Declaration of income and liabilities as at the time of making the application,

using the prescribed forms. The Declaration of Income, Assets, and Liabilities Form JSC 2b can be downloaded from the JSC website - www.jsc.go.ke -Careers.

Public officers should attach copies of returns of declarations of income, assets,s and liabilities for the last three declarations. Those in private practice should attach audited accounts and tax returns for the last three (3) years.

vii) Certified copies of testimonials,  professional certificates,  academic transcripts, and certificate of admission to the role of Advocates.

viii)   Completed Application for Employment Form - JSC 2A (for public officers)
or JSC 2 (for other applicants) which can be downloaded from the JSC website
- www.jsc.go.ke - Careers.

 

 

2.   Applicants are also required to forward one (1) hard copy of the completed Application for Employment Form including copies of all attachments cited above to:

THE SECRETARY, 

JUDICIAL SERVICE COMMISSION, 

Commission Offices: 

Kenya Reinsurance Plaza, Podium Floor,

Taifa Road, Nairobi.

 

 

3.   Shortlisted candidates will be required to carry the following documents during the interview:

 

i)     Valid original clearance certificates from the following bodies during the interview:-

a)    Kenya Revenue Authority,

b)   Higher Education Loans Board,

c)    Law Society of Kenya,

d)   Directorate of Criminal Investigations,

e)    Advocates Complaints Commission,

f)     Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and

g)   A recognized Credit Reference Bureau.

ii)    Original testimonials, professional certificates, academic transcripts, and certificate of admission to the role of Advocates.

Applicants MUST take note that it is a criminal offense to provide false information and documents in the job application and the same will be verified by relevant bodies.

 

The applications must reach the Commission NOT LATER THAN 4^th APRIL, 2022 AT 5.00 P.M.

 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

 

The Judicial Service Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and selects candidates on merit through fair and open competition from the widest range of eligible candidates.

ANNE A. AMADI, CBS SECRETARY JUDICIAL SERVICE COMMISSION 

P.O. Box 40048-00100 Nairobi

Tel- +254 20 2739180 

Email: recruitment@jsc.go.ke www.jsc.go.ke