The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) invites qualified and passionate individuals to apply for key leadership and arbitration roles currently open within Kenya’s justice sector. These positions provide a unique opportunity to serve in high-level decision-making capacities that shape the integrity, functionality, and governance of specialized tribunals and critical administrative departments.
These positions are open to individuals with significant experience in their fields and a commitment to upholding justice, fairness, and professionalism. Below are the available positions, along with detailed job descriptions to guide interested applicants.
1. Chairperson, Sugar Arbitration Tribunal
Job Reference No: V/NO.21/2025
Vacancy No: 1
Closing Date: July 25, 2025
The Chairperson of the Sugar Arbitration Tribunal plays a pivotal leadership role in ensuring the fair and timely resolution of disputes within the sugar industry. This role is essential in enhancing confidence and integrity in dispute resolution among sugar stakeholders, including farmers, millers, and regulatory agencies.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership and overall guidance in the operations of the Sugar Arbitration Tribunal.
- Preside over tribunal hearings, ensuring compliance with legal procedures and principles of natural justice.
- Interpret and apply relevant laws, regulations, and policies in resolving disputes.
- Coordinate and oversee the administration and scheduling of hearings and rulings.
- Ensure timely delivery of decisions, awards, and rulings in accordance with the law.
- Prepare and present periodic reports to relevant authorities and stakeholders on tribunal performance.
- Maintain the independence, impartiality, and integrity of the tribunal at all times.
- Liaise with sector stakeholders, including government agencies, to strengthen the effectiveness of the tribunal.
2. Member, Sugar Arbitration Tribunal
Job Reference No: V/NO.22/2025
Vacancy No: 4
Closing Date: July 25, 2025
As a Member of the Sugar Arbitration Tribunal, you will participate in adjudicating disputes, applying your knowledge of the sugar industry and relevant legal frameworks. This is a critical role in promoting industrial harmony and protecting the rights and interests of all sector players.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Attend and actively participate in tribunal hearings and deliberations.
- Examine evidence presented by parties, ask questions, and seek clarification where necessary.
- Collaborate with other tribunal members in drafting and delivering judgments or awards.
- Assist in interpreting legislation and regulations related to the sugar industry.
- Promote fairness and objectivity in decision-making.
- Contribute to tribunal reports, case analyses, and stakeholder engagement forums.
- Maintain professional ethics and confidentiality in all proceedings.
- Monitor trends in sugar sector disputes and recommend policy interventions where applicable.
3. Chairperson, Co-operative Tribunal (Grade E3)
Job Reference No: V/NO.22/2025
Vacancy No: 1
Closing Date: July 25, 2025
The Chairperson of the Co-operative Tribunal oversees the operations of the statutory tribunal that handles disputes within the co-operative movement. This position is vital in ensuring justice for co-operative societies, their members, and associated parties, in alignment with the legal framework governing co-operatives in Kenya.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead the tribunal in hearing and determining disputes involving co-operative societies.
- Provide strategic and operational oversight of tribunal activities.
- Guide tribunal members in the application of co-operative laws and dispute resolution mechanisms.
- Ensure timely and reasoned decisions that adhere to legal standards and best practices.
- Develop and implement tribunal policies and procedures to enhance service delivery.
- Liaise with stakeholders in the co-operative sector to promote alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.
- Represent the tribunal in official functions and judicial forums as required.
- Oversee training and professional development for tribunal staff and members.
- Safeguard the independence and impartiality of the tribunal’s decision-making processes.
4. Director, Security Services (JSG 1)
Job Reference No: V/NO.19/2025
Vacancy No: 1
Closing Date: July 25, 2025
The Director, Security Services will be responsible for formulating and implementing security strategies, policies, and procedures across the Judiciary. The role is integral to ensuring the safety and protection of judicial staff, court infrastructure, and sensitive information.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive Judiciary Security Policy.
- Oversee the coordination and supervision of all security operations across court stations and judicial offices.
- Advise the Judiciary leadership on matters of security risk management and emergency preparedness.
- Conduct periodic risk assessments and implement mitigation measures.
- Liaise with national security agencies to coordinate collaborative security measures.
- Manage security-related contracts and monitor the performance of outsourced services.
- Oversee training programs for judiciary staff on security awareness, response, and evacuation procedures.
- Investigate security incidents and prepare analytical reports with actionable recommendations.
- Ensure proper deployment of security personnel and resources for maximum coverage and efficiency.
- Develop and maintain an incident response framework, including crisis communication protocols.
These positions are suited for professionals with proven leadership, legal, and administrative capabilities, who are passionate about serving the country through the justice system. Successful applicants will be expected to operate with high levels of integrity, discretion, and accountability, and to foster public trust in the institutions they serve.
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications by the stipulated deadline of July 25, 2025. All applications must be submitted in accordance with the guidelines provided by the Judicial Service Commission.