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  • Law Clerk 

Legal Researcher

    Law Clerk Legal Researcher

    Requirements
    For appointment to this post, an applicant must have:

    A Law Degree from a recognized university (a post graduate degree in law is an added advantage),
    A Diploma from the Kenya School of Law or an exemption by the Council of Legal Education,
    Admission to the Roll of Advocates with at least five (5) years post admission experience or five (5) years of extensive legal research in a relevant legal field,
    Proficiency in computer applications,
    A current practicing certificate for those in private practice.
    Must possess the qualifications set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

    Duties and Responsibilities
    The successful candidates will perform the following functions:

    Examining pleadings and fully apprehending their tenor and effect;
    Examining the detailed content of the facts and decisions of the Courts below;
    Taking stock of the full tenor and effect of the submissions made in the Supreme Court and the Courts below;
    Bringing together all relevant authorities those emanating from counsel and, any other relevant material;
    Conducting extensive legal research and writing for the respective Judges of the Supreme Court;
    Drafting bench memoranda and well-researched opinions on various legal issues;
    Assisting the Judges of the Supreme Court to manage their respective dockets;
    Preparing pre-trial and post-trial media summaries; and
    Performing all other duties as instructed by the Chief Justice, Deputy Chief Justice or Judge of the Supreme Court respectively.

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  • Deputy Director, Human Resource 

Deputy Director, Talent Management 

Deputy Director, Human Resource

    Deputy Director, Human Resource Deputy Director, Talent Management Deputy Director, Human Resource

    Job Requirements
    For appointment to the position of Director, Human Resource and Administration, an applicant must be in possession of the following minimum qualifications:-

    A Masters Degree in Human Resource Management or a related field from any recognized University;
    A Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management, Social Sciences, or related field;
    A Diploma or Higher National Diploma in Human Resource Management,
    Proficiency in computer applications;
    Must be an active member of the IHRM;
    Fifteen (15) years previous working experience in Human Resources Management, with at least five (5) years at the level of senior Management;
    vMust possess the qualifications set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
    Strategic Leadership Management Course of six (6) weeks or equivalent will be and added advantage

    Duties and Responsibilities
    Job Purpose The successful candidates will be responsible for providing strategic direction and leadership in the Human Resource and Administration function to optimize on employee productivity in the Judiciary.
    Key Responsibilities of the Job:

    Coordinate the strategic, operational and administrative functions of the Directorate of Human Resource and Administration.
    Provide linkage with other administrative units in the Judiciary
    Coordinate implementation of human resources strategies by establishing department accountabilities, including talent management, recruitment and selection, staffing, employment processing, compensation, health and welfare benefits, training and development, records management, safety and health, succession planning, employee relations and retention, compliance, and labor relations.
    Initiate formulation, development and review of the Judiciary’s HR and Administration policies, procedures, strategies and systems.
    Provide Leadership in preparation, development, review and implementation of Human Resource and Administration policies.
    Provide an advisory role and interpretation on National Human Resource legislation, rules and regulations.
    Provide policy advise and disseminate HR and Administration policies, regulations and other communications from the Headquarters to all the Regions;
    Plan and manage optimal utilisation of human capital resources within the Judiciary.
    Drive change management strategies to foster organizational culture and values aligned to the Judiciary’s vision and mission.
    Develop and manage the Directorate’s budgets and work plans.
    Ensure effectiveness of the Human Resource Management Advisory Committee (HRMAC) and Human Resource Management Selection Board (HRMSB) for the discharge of the Human Resource function under delegated authority by Judicial Service Commission;
    Undertake the development of Human Resource plans and succession management;
    Coordinate the effective implementation of the Performance Appraisal System;
    Ensure effective communication on HR and Administration strategies, policies, procedures, and guidelines;
    Coordinate administration of budget, payroll, salaries and benefits;
    Coordinate management and provision of administrative services furniture, transport, security, cleaning services and amenities, and office accommodation plans;
    Research to enhance professionalism in the Directorate.

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  • Resident Magistrate

    Resident Magistrate

    Job Reference Number Vacancy No8/2018
    Terms of Service Permanent and Pensionable.
    Entry at Kshs 123,750 up to a maximum of Ksks 190,000 per month
    Work Station Deployment to any court station within the Country
    Date registered 06-Apr-2018
    Closing Date of Advert 21-Apr-2018
    Requirements
    For appointment to the position of Resident Magistrate, an applicant must be in possession of the following minimum qualifications:-

    A Law Degree from any recognized University;
    A Diploma from the Kenya School of Law or an exemption by the Council of Legal Education;
    Admission to the Roll of Advocates;
    Proficiency in computer applications;
    Must not have any pending complaints with the Advocates Complaints Commission, the Disciplinary Committee or adverse report from current and previous employer(s);
    Three (3) years post admission experience either in private practice or other employment and a current practicing certificate.
    Must possess the qualifications set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

    Duties and Responsibilities
    -The successful candidates will be posted to any court station in the country:Specific duties will include:-

    Presiding over Resident Magistrate’s Court in any part of Kenya with jurisdiction as stipulated in various statutes;
    Performing Deputy Registrars duties as stipulated in various statues;
    Overseeing the operations of the court(s) and management of staff under his – her charge; and
    Carrying out a wide range of administrative functions for those heading stations.

  • Legal Researcher

    Legal Researcher

    Job Reference Number V/No. 6/2017Number of Posts One Hundred (100)Terms of Service Two (2) year nonrenewable contract .Work Station Superior Courts located in various Counties
    Requirements for the Legal Researcher Job
    For appointment to the position of Legal Researcher, an applicant MUST be in possession of the following minimum qualifications:
    A Law Degree from any recognized university;
    A Diploma from the Kenya School of Law or an exemption by the Council of Legal Education;
    Admission to the Roll of Advocates with at least two (2) years post admission experience;
    Proficiency in computer applications;
    Those in private practice must be in possession of a current practicing certificate;
    Must possess the qualifications set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
    Responsibilities for the Legal Researcher Job
    The Legal Researcher will be attached to any of the Superior Courts. The specific duties and responsibilities will be as follows:
    Conducting legal research on broad range of legal issues from varied jurisdictions both within and outside of the commonwealth;
    Drafting well researched legal briefs on variety of legal issues touching on different branches of law;
    Writing analytical summaries of written argument or evidence and assessing the argument in light of academic legal literature and case law;
    Any other duties as assigned from time to time.
    Important InformationConsolidated salary : Entry at Kshs 123,750 upto a maximum of Kshs 190,000 per month
    Benefits : Medical Cover as per the existing scheme, Group Life Assurance at exiting rates, 31% service gratuity of the basic salary and a nonpracticing allowance

  • Law Clerk

    Law Clerk

    Requirements for the Law Clerk Job
    For appointment to this post, a candidates must have:
    A Law Degree from a recognized university (a post graduate degree in law is an added advantage),
    A Diploma from the Kenya School of Law or an exemption by the Council of Legal Education,
    Admission to the Roll of Advocates with at least five (5) years post admission experience or five (5) years of extensive legal research in a relevant legal field,
    Proficiency in computer applications,
    A current practicing certificate for those in private practice.
    Must possess the qualifications set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
    Responsibilities for the Law Clerk Job
    The successful candidates will perform the following functions:
    Examining pleadings and fully apprehending their tenor and effect;
    Examining the detailed content of the facts and decisions of the Courts below;
    Taking stock of the full tenor and effect of the submissions made in the Supreme Court and the Courts below;
    Bringing together all relevant authorities those emanating from counsel and, any other relevant material;
    Conducting extensive legal research and writing for the respective Judges of the Supreme Court;
    Drafting bench memoranda and wellresearched opinions on various legal issues;
    Assisting the Judges of the Supreme Court to manage their respective dockets;
    Preparing pretrial and post trial media summaries; and
    Performing all other duties as instructed by the Chief Justice, Deputy Chief Justice or Judge of the Supreme Court respectively.

  • Law Clerk 

Legal Researcher

    Law Clerk Legal Researcher

    Requirements
    For appointment to this post, an applicant must have:

    A Law Degree from a recognized university (a post graduate degree in law is an added advantage),
    A Diploma from the Kenya School of Law or an exemption by the Council of Legal Education,
    Admission to the Roll of Advocates with at least five (5) years post admission experience or five (5) years of extensive legal research in a relevant legal field,
    Proficiency in computer applications,
    A current practicing certificate for those in private practice.
    Must possess the qualifications set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

    Duties and Responsibilities
    The successful candidates will perform the following functions:

    Examining pleadings and fully apprehending their tenor and effect;
    Examining the detailed content of the facts and decisions of the Courts below;
    Taking stock of the full tenor and effect of the submissions made in the Supreme Court and the Courts below;
    Bringing together all relevant authorities those emanating from counsel and, any other relevant material;
    Conducting extensive legal research and writing for the respective Judges of the Supreme Court;
    Drafting bench memoranda and well-researched opinions on various legal issues;
    Assisting the Judges of the Supreme Court to manage their respective dockets;
    Preparing pre-trial and post-trial media summaries; and
    Performing all other duties as instructed by the Chief Justice, Deputy Chief Justice or Judge of the Supreme Court respectively.

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  • Deputy Director, Human Resource 

Deputy Director, Talent Management 

Deputy Director, Human Resource

    Deputy Director, Human Resource Deputy Director, Talent Management Deputy Director, Human Resource

    Job Requirements
    For appointment to the position of Director, Human Resource and Administration, an applicant must be in possession of the following minimum qualifications:-

    A Masters Degree in Human Resource Management or a related field from any recognized University;
    A Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management, Social Sciences, or related field;
    A Diploma or Higher National Diploma in Human Resource Management,
    Proficiency in computer applications;
    Must be an active member of the IHRM;
    Fifteen (15) years previous working experience in Human Resources Management, with at least five (5) years at the level of senior Management;
    vMust possess the qualifications set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
    Strategic Leadership Management Course of six (6) weeks or equivalent will be and added advantage

    Duties and Responsibilities
    Job Purpose The successful candidates will be responsible for providing strategic direction and leadership in the Human Resource and Administration function to optimize on employee productivity in the Judiciary.
    Key Responsibilities of the Job:

    Coordinate the strategic, operational and administrative functions of the Directorate of Human Resource and Administration.
    Provide linkage with other administrative units in the Judiciary
    Coordinate implementation of human resources strategies by establishing department accountabilities, including talent management, recruitment and selection, staffing, employment processing, compensation, health and welfare benefits, training and development, records management, safety and health, succession planning, employee relations and retention, compliance, and labor relations.
    Initiate formulation, development and review of the Judiciary’s HR and Administration policies, procedures, strategies and systems.
    Provide Leadership in preparation, development, review and implementation of Human Resource and Administration policies.
    Provide an advisory role and interpretation on National Human Resource legislation, rules and regulations.
    Provide policy advise and disseminate HR and Administration policies, regulations and other communications from the Headquarters to all the Regions;
    Plan and manage optimal utilisation of human capital resources within the Judiciary.
    Drive change management strategies to foster organizational culture and values aligned to the Judiciary’s vision and mission.
    Develop and manage the Directorate’s budgets and work plans.
    Ensure effectiveness of the Human Resource Management Advisory Committee (HRMAC) and Human Resource Management Selection Board (HRMSB) for the discharge of the Human Resource function under delegated authority by Judicial Service Commission;
    Undertake the development of Human Resource plans and succession management;
    Coordinate the effective implementation of the Performance Appraisal System;
    Ensure effective communication on HR and Administration strategies, policies, procedures, and guidelines;
    Coordinate administration of budget, payroll, salaries and benefits;
    Coordinate management and provision of administrative services furniture, transport, security, cleaning services and amenities, and office accommodation plans;
    Research to enhance professionalism in the Directorate.

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  • Resident Magistrate

    Resident Magistrate

    Job Reference Number Vacancy No8/2018
    Terms of Service Permanent and Pensionable.
    Entry at Kshs 123,750 up to a maximum of Ksks 190,000 per month
    Work Station Deployment to any court station within the Country
    Date registered 06-Apr-2018
    Closing Date of Advert 21-Apr-2018
    Requirements
    For appointment to the position of Resident Magistrate, an applicant must be in possession of the following minimum qualifications:-

    A Law Degree from any recognized University;
    A Diploma from the Kenya School of Law or an exemption by the Council of Legal Education;
    Admission to the Roll of Advocates;
    Proficiency in computer applications;
    Must not have any pending complaints with the Advocates Complaints Commission, the Disciplinary Committee or adverse report from current and previous employer(s);
    Three (3) years post admission experience either in private practice or other employment and a current practicing certificate.
    Must possess the qualifications set out in Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

    Duties and Responsibilities
    -The successful candidates will be posted to any court station in the country:Specific duties will include:-

    Presiding over Resident Magistrate’s Court in any part of Kenya with jurisdiction as stipulated in various statutes;
    Performing Deputy Registrars duties as stipulated in various statues;
    Overseeing the operations of the court(s) and management of staff under his – her charge; and
    Carrying out a wide range of administrative functions for those heading stations.