Deputy Chief Justice (Full-time Judicial Job) – Judicial Service Commission

Job Title: Deputy Chief Justice
Organization: Judicial Service Commission
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Employment Type: Full-time
Application Deadline: 18th November 2024

Job Summary

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) invites applications from qualified Ugandan citizens for the role of Deputy Chief Justice. The Deputy Chief Justice will support the Chief Justice in leading the judiciary, specifically as the Head of the Court of Appeal, and will assist in its administration. Additional responsibilities may be delegated by the Chief Justice as needed.

Position Details

• Post Reference: HRM/76/180/01
• Salary Scale: Specified
• Reports to: Chief Justice
• Vacancies: 01

Key Responsibilities

In line with Article 133 of the Constitution, the Deputy Chief Justice will:

• Deputize the Chief Justice as required.
• Serve as the Head of the Court of Appeal and support its administration.
• Perform any other duties delegated or assigned by the Chief Justice.

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Uganda, Justice of Appeal, Judge of the High Court, or equivalent court.
• Alternatively, fifteen (15) years as an Advocate in a Court with unlimited jurisdiction in civil and criminal matters as per Article 143(1)(b) of the Constitution.
• Relevant experience as a public officer in a role requiring Advocate qualifications, even without a practicing certificate, may count toward the required period (Article 143(2) of the Constitution).

Application Process

Applicants should:

1. Complete the Judicial Service Commission Form 1, available at www.jsc.go.ug.
2. Submit the completed application form as a single PDF file to dcj2024@jsc.go.ug by 5:00 p.m. on 18th November 2024.
3. Only online applications are accepted; handwritten submissions will not be considered.

Required Documentation

• Copy of National ID
• Passport-sized photograph
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Copy of Certificate of Enrolment
• Recommendations from two (2) Professional and two (2) Character referees
• Certified academic certificates and transcripts
• Latest certified Declaration of Income, Assets, and Liabilities (for Judiciary/Public Service applicants)
• Four (4) written judgments, legal submissions, legal publications, or opinions
• Self-assessment declaration on competences (template available at www.jsc.go.ug)

Terms and Conditions

• Only the specified documents should be submitted.
• Applicants not contacted within 7 days after the deadline should consider their applications unsuccessful.
• Any attempt to contact members or staff of the JSC may lead to disqualification.
• The application process is free; no payment is required.

For questions, email the Secretary of the Judicial Service Commission at clarificationdcj2024@jsc.go.ug.