About the Job

The Judicial Service Commission is established under Article 171 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, with a mandate of promoting and facilitating the independence and accountability of the Judiciary, and the efficient, effective and transparent Administration of Justice. The Commission invites applications from suitable candidates to fill the position of Resident Magistrate. The job holder is required to preside over a Resident Magistrate’s Court in any part of the Republic of Kenya with jurisdiction as stipulated in various statutes, and to carry out a wide range of administrative functions, for those heading stations. The job holder is responsible to a designated Honourable Judge or Judicial Officer. The successful candidates will be posted to any court station in the Republic of Kenya.

Responsibilities

Presiding as a Resident Magistrate in any court station in 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.
Carrying out a wide range of administrative functions for those heading stations.

Requirements

Hold a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree or its equivalent from a recognized University.
Proficiency in computer applications.
Admission to the Roll of Advocates.
Hold a postgraduate diploma in law from the Kenya School of Law or an exemption by the Council of Legal Education or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
High attention to detail.
Excellent Conceptual & Analytical Skills.
Interpersonal Skills.
Oral & Written Communication Skills.
Research Skills.
Sound independent judgment.
Report Writing Skills.