Job Reference Number V/No.2/2021
Terms of Service
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 issued by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission of Kenya. Gross Monthly Remuneration Package excluding benefits: (Kshs) Minimum 792,000 to a Maximum of 1,218,535.
Date registered 19-Jan-2021
Opening Date of Advert 01/20/2021
Closing Date of Advert 02/09/2021
Requirements
Constitutional and Statutory Requirements for Appointment:
For appointment to the position of Judge of the Supreme Court, the applicant must possess the following minimum qualifications set out in Article 166 (2) and (3) of the Constitution, namely:
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; and
Have at least fifteen (15) years’ experience as a superior court judge; or
Have at least fifteen (15) years’ experience as a distinguished academic, judicial officer, legal practitioner or such experience in other relevant legal field; or
Have held the qualifications specified in paragraphs 2 (a) and (b) above for a period amounting, in the aggregate, to fifteen (15) years;
Possess the experience required under paragraph 2 (a),(b) and (c) above as applicable, irrespective of whether that experience was gained in Kenya or in another commonwealth common-law jurisdiction; and
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, wide breath of both legal and life experience and demonstrable commitment to public and community service.
The appointment shall be made in accordance with Article 166 (1)(b), (2) and (3) of the Constitution 2010 and Section 30, Part V and the First Schedule of the Judicial Service Act, No. 1 of 2011.
Duties and Responsibilities
Functions:
A Judge of the Supreme Court shall serve in the Supreme Court of Kenya. The function and jurisdiction of the Court is provided for under Article 163 (3) (a),(b), 4, 5 and 6 of the Constitution, namely;
Have exclusive original jurisdiction to hear and determine disputes relating to the elections to the office of President arising under Article 140; and
To hear and determine in its appellate jurisdiction appeals from:
the Court of Appeal; and
any other Court or Tribunal as prescribed by national legislation.
Give an advisory opinion at the request of the national government, any State organ, or any county government with respect to any matter concerning county government.
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Important Information Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their application by: Filling an Online Application for Employment Form available at the Commission’s jobs portal: HERE Applicants should upload soft copies of the following documents to the online application: Public officers should attach copies of returns of declarations of income, asset and liabilities for the last three declarations. Those in private practice should attach audited accounts and tax returns for the last three (3) years. THE SECRETARY,
JUDICIAL SERVICE COMMISSION,
Commission Offices: Kenya Reinsurance Plaza, Podium Floor,
Taifa Road, Nairobi. Shortlisted candidates will be required to carry the following documents during the interview:
Valid original clearance certificates from the following bodies during the interview: Original testimonials, professional certificates, academic transcripts and certificate of admission to the roll of Advocates.
Applicants MUST take note that it is a criminal offence 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 9TH FEBRUARY, 2021 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
Apply via :
recruitment@jsc.go.ke
