1. Judge of Court of Appeal with fifteen (15) posts
– Duties and Responsibilities: Adjudicate appeals, interpret and apply the law, deliver well-reasoned judgments, supervise lower courts, and ensure justice is administered fairly and efficiently.
– Experience Needed: At least ten (10) years as a Superior Court Judge or fifteen (15) years as an advocate with substantial experience in appellate work.
2. Judge of the High Court with twenty (20) posts
– Duties and Responsibilities: Preside over high court cases, hear and determine civil and criminal matters, issue rulings and judgments, and uphold the Constitution and legal standards.
– Experience Needed: At least ten (10) years as a judge in a subordinate court or ten (10) years as an advocate with relevant high court practice.
3. Judge of the Environment and Land Court with ten (10) posts
– Duties and Responsibilities: Adjudicate disputes related to environment and land, enforce environmental laws, resolve land ownership conflicts, and promote sustainable land use practices.
– Experience Needed: At least ten (10) years as a judge or advocate with specialized experience in environmental or land law.
4. Resident Magistrate with sixty (60) posts
– Duties and Responsibilities: Handle magistrate-level cases, conduct trials, issue warrants and orders, maintain court records, and ensure timely disposal of cases.
– Experience Needed: At least five (5) years as an advocate or judicial officer with experience in magistrate-level proceedings.
5. Resident Kadhi with five (5) posts
– Duties and Responsibilities: Adjudicate Muslim personal law matters, perform marriage and inheritance proceedings, provide legal guidance, and uphold Islamic judicial principles.
– Experience Needed: At least five (5) years as a Kadhi or advocate with expertise in Islamic law and personal law matters.
6. Resident Magistrate/Adjudicator Small Claims Court with forty (40) posts
– Duties and Responsibilities: Resolve small claims disputes, conduct hearings, deliver quick and fair judgments, and promote access to justice for minor legal issues.
– Experience Needed: At least three (3) years as an advocate or judicial officer with experience in small claims or civil dispute resolution.
Where can interested parties submit their application? Through Judiciary website where there is detailed job descriptions for every vacancy.
Candidates have been asked to submit their applications NOT LATER THAN 30TH JUNE 2025 AT 5.00 P.M.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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