JSC announces 26 judicial vacancies

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has officially opened applications for 26 judicial positions, providing an opportunity for qualified professionals to serve in various tribunals and committees nationwide.

The notice, signed by the Secretary of the JSC, outlines openings for both chairpersons and members across a range of specialised tribunals, signalling the commission’s commitment to strengthening the judicial and quasi-judicial sector.

Among the advertised posts is the Chairperson of the Petition Committee, a critical role responsible for overseeing petitions filed against judicial officers.

Other chairperson roles include positions on the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal, the Industrial Property Tribunal, the Competition Tribunal, the Standards Tribunal, the Energy and Petroleum Tribunal, and the Public Benefit Organisation Disputes Tribunal.

These senior appointments play a pivotal role in ensuring fair adjudication in areas that directly affect governance, industry, and public welfare.

In addition to the chairperson positions, the commission is also seeking qualified members for several tribunals.

"These include a member of the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal who must be an advocate, two advocates and two non-advocate members for the Industrial Property Tribunal, a member for the Competition Tribunal, and members for the MSME Tribunal, including both advocates and non-advocates," the notice reads.

Additional openings include three positions on the Energy and Petroleum Tribunal, two on the Retirement Benefits Appeals Tribunal, and four positions on the Public Health Organisations Disputes Tribunal, split between advocates and non-advocates.

The commission has emphasised that the recruitment process will be open, transparent, and competitive, aimed at attracting a diverse pool of candidates with the requisite expertise and professional experience.

“Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted,” the notice states, underlining that the selection will follow a merit-based process.

Applicants are directed to the JSC jobs portal at https://jsc.go.ke/jobs-2, where detailed job descriptions, eligibility requirements, and instructions on how to apply are provided.

Interested candidates are advised to submit their applications no later than 5 pm on December 5, 2025.

The notice also reassures applicants that the JSC recruitment services are free of charge.

The announcement comes at a time when the judicial sector is increasingly emphasising specialisation and efficiency. 

The appointments are expected to contribute to faster, more effective resolution of disputes, thereby promoting public confidence in the judicial system.

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) is a constitutional body tasked with ensuring the independence, efficiency, and integrity of the judiciary in Kenya.

Its mandate includes recruiting, appointing, and disciplining judicial officers, as well as advising the President on judicial appointments.

The JSC also promotes judicial accountability, safeguards the welfare of judges and magistrates, and ensures fair and transparent selection processes for tribunals and other quasi-judicial positions.

By overseeing judicial appointments and standards, the JSC plays a critical role in upholding the rule of law, access to justice, and public confidence in Kenya’s legal system.