Republic of Kenya Judicial Service Commission
Vacancies in the Judiciary
The Constitution of Kenya focuses on values of integrity, efficiency and
effectiveness in work performance, citizen-centered and results-focused service
delivery.
In fulfillment of its constitutional mandate as provided under article 159 and
responding to the high public expectations and demands for improved
performance, the Judiciary has developed an Integrated Comprehensive and
Institutional Transformation Framework.
This Framework will enable the Judiciary to adopt a holistic approach that is
built on sector-wide collaboration, strategic and technical partnerships and
benchmarked on emerging national, regional and global smart practice.
To provide a resource framework the Judiciary with the Judicial Service
Commission (JSC) providing overall policy direction and oversight, has
established the following implementation arrangements; The Leadership Committee
chaired by the Chief Justice, the Transformation Steering Committee chaired by
the Deputy Chief Justice and a Technical Secretariat comprising Internal and
External Team of Experts led by the Chief Registrar.
To enhance its capacity to implement this Integrated Comprehensive Strategic
Framework, the Judiciary wishes to expand its technical human resources by
filling the following vacant positions.
1) Director of Finance
Reporting to the Chief Registrar of the Judiciary, the Director of Finance will
be responsible for ensuring prudent financial management and controls.
A key part of this role involves establishing financial management policies,
procedures and systems to ensure integrity, timely service delivery and value
for money.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop
and ensure the implementation of financial management strategies in line
with the Judiciary's integrated comprehensive strategic framework.
- Develop
and implement robust financial management policies, procedures and
controls to ensure integrity and consistency with relevant legislative
framework.
- Advice
the Chief Registrar of the Judiciary on regulatory matters concerning
public finance as it relates to the Judiciary Fund.
- Coordinate
and administer the Judiciary budget and ensure timely and effective
implementation of the activities under integrated comprehensive strategic
framework.
- Develop
accountability structures, ensure periodic reporting and monitor the
performance indicators for the finance departments.
- In
collaboration with the Director ICT coordinate the development of
appropriate financial information management systems.
- Advice
the Chief Registrar on administration of complementary funding from
development partners, including development and execution of budgets.
Ensure timely compliance with financial and fiduciary obligations of the
Judiciary.
- Allocation
and monitoring of funds to all identified and approved A.I. E holders
based on approved activities
Requirements
for Appointment
- Minimum
of a Masters degree in Finance/Accounting or MBA. Professional
qualifications in accounting; CPA (K) or ACCA is essential
- Minimum
of eight to ten years managerial experience, three of which are at senior
management level.
- A
demonstrated track record in the development and successful implementation
of financial strategies, processes and systems.
2)
Chief Accountant
Reporting to the Chief Registrar of the Judiciary, the Chief Accountant will be
responsible for planning, co-ordination, design, implementation and control of
accounts systems in the Judiciary.
Duties and responsibilities
- Examine,
process and effect payments for the Judiciary in respect of recurrent and
development expenditure;
- Monitor
and submit reports of revenue collection and expenditure in all court
stations;
- Advise
the Accounting Officer/Chief Registrar on matters relating to Exchequer
Accounts, Paymaster General Accounts and Consolidated Fund;
- Supervise
and coordinate the work of the examination, voucher preparation and
expenditure;
- Ensure
proper deployment and training of all accounting personnel in the
Judiciary in line with the integrated comprehensive strategic framework.
- Preparation
and submission of expenditure reports on a weekly basis.
- Preparation
and submission weekly bank reconciliation statement weekly
- Preparation
and submissions monthly cash flow statements
- Plan
and develop accounting services and for setting and maintenance of high
accounting standards in the Judiciary.
Requirements
for Appointment
- Minimum
of a Masters degree in Finance/Accounting or MBA. Professional
qualifications in
- accounting;
CPA (K) or ACCA is essential
- Minimum
of eight to ten years managerial experience, three of which are at senior
management level in financial management.
- A
demonstrated track record in the development and successful implementation
of financial strategies, processes and systems.
- Must
demonstrate a track record of strategy development and execution
3)
Procurement Manager
Reporting to the Chief Registrar of the Judiciary, the procurement manager will
be responsible for the development and implementation of the
institutional/departmental procurement plans in liaison with the user
department and in line with the comprehensive integrated strategic framework.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop,
implement and monitor a user procurement manual, policies and procedures
for the Judiciary
- Coordinate
and compile the Judiciary annual procurement plan for all user departments
- Execute
or implement the procurement plan for the Judiciary as approved by the
Chief Registrar
- Put
in place sufficient procurement management systems
- Oversee
the proper management of store in respect of inward and outward goods
- Facilitate
acquisition of services raised by the user department in line with the
laid down procurement rules and regulations under the Public Procurement
and Disposal Act.
- To
monitor stock levels and prepare quarterly reports to the Chief Registrar
for restocking
- Monitor
the entire supply chain and maintain all records of procurement of stocks
in store
- Develop
and maintain an asset register for the Judiciary which will be under the
custody of the Chief Registrar.
Requirements
for Appointment
- A
Degree in Commerce (Supplies Management Option)/Business Administration or
Economics from a recognized University/Institution;
- A
Post graduate qualification in Supplies/Procurement Management;
- Minimum
of 5 years working experience in procurement, three of which are at senior
management level in procurement management.
- Demonstrate
outstanding professional competence in strategy development and Execution,
monitoring, evaluation, progress tracking and reporting;
4)
Director of Information Communication Technology (ICT)
Reporting to the Chief Registrar of the Judiciary, the Director of ICT will be
required to leverage on appropriate technology to effectively and efficiently
aid in the delivery and administration of Justice.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop
and ensure the implementation of information and communication technology
strategies in line with the Judiciary mandate and the comprehensive
strategic framework
- Develop
and implement effective policies, procedures, systems and processes for
systems administration and security; judicial applications and support;
and network administration.
- Advise
the Judiciary on the development, implementation and maintenance of
computerized court process; which include but not limited to, Court
Management Systems, digital Audio Recording, Case Management, Virtual
Court systems/ teleconferencing, document management systems, Data capture
and recovery systems.
- Develop
accountability structures, supervise periodic reporting and projects and
monitor the performance indicators for the ICT departments.
- Ensure
all directorates and court stations are adequately resourced by
professional and competent personnel
- Oversee
the development of ICT plans in coordination with other directorates and
departments.
- Oversee
the contracting and management of ICT and related service providers.
- Coordinate
the provision of timely information communication technology services to
other directorate and court stations.
- To
keep and maintain stock of all ICT Inventory of the Judiciary in liaison
with the Procurement department
- To
oversee periodical checks on the state of ICT equipment and software and
submit report to the Chief Registrar.
- Oversee
the development of user training programmes and materials; and the
coordination of ICT training in liaison of the user department
- To
identify and coordinate annual user ICT requirements which must be
confirmed in writing by the user department.
Requirements
for Appointment
- Degree
in Computer Science or related discipline
- Masters
Degree or postgraduate professional qualifications in Information and
Communication Systems would be an added advantage.
- Minimum
of 6 years managerial or consultancy experience, three of which are at
senior management level in ICT.
- A
demonstrated track record in the delivery of ICT projects and services
strategy development and execution.
5)
Director of Human Resource and Administration
Reporting to the Chief Registrar of Judiciary, the Director, Human Resources
and Administration will be responsible for providing strategic direction with
regard to human resources and the administration of the Judiciary.
A key part of this role is development of a performance management culture,
progressive staff welfare policies and strategies and ensuring the
establishment of a professional, competent and motivated workforce.
Duties and responsibilities
- Develop
effective HR manual, policies, procedures, systems and processes including
recruitment, training and development, performance management, reward
management and staff welfare;
- Develop
and ensure the implementation of human resources and administration
strategies in line with the integrated comprehensive strategic framework;
- Conduct
a comprehensive functional review and staff audit of the Judiciary's
organization structure and provide strategic direction on its
appropriateness in line with the integrated comprehensive strategic
framework;
- Ensure
the development of appropriate administration structures to ensure
effective and efficient service delivery and value for money.
- Lead
and facilitate change management and implement leadership, management and
staff development programs for efficient service delivery;
- Develop
accountability structures, supervise periodic reporting and projects and
monitor the performance indicators for the Human Resource and
Administration departments.
- Develop,
coordinate and compile performance based appraisals reports from all user
departments;
- Ensure
all the directorates and court stations are adequately resourced by
professional and competent personnel for efficient and effective delivery
of service.
- Prepare
and submit list of recommended promotions of all judiciary Staff as
submitted by user departments to the Chief Registrar and a copy to the
user department for appropriate action.
- Introduce
competency based meritocratic performance management systems and reviews
- Work
with Judiciary Training Institute in developing a strategic staff
development plan.
Requirements
for Appointment
- Possession
of a Masters degree in Human Resource Management or a comparable
post-graduate qualification in Human Resource Management.
- Minimum
of eight years managerial experience, three of which are at senior
management level in human resource management and administration.
- A
demonstrated track record in development and execution of Human Resource
and administration strategies, processes, systems, monitoring, evaluation,
progress tracking and reporting
6)
Director of Public Affairs and Communication
Reporting to the Chief Registrar, the Director will be responsible for
professional, administrative and operational matters relating to public affairs
and communications of the Judiciary.
Duties and responsibilities
- Develop
and implement an internal and external communication policy, strategy,
protocol and design appropriate programmes and infrastructure to
facilitate its implementation; Coordinate corporate communications, in
consultation with the Chief Registrar, the Chief Justice and the Deputy
Chief Justice;
- Develop
accountability structures, supervise periodic reporting and monitor the
performance indicators for public affairs department;
- Research
on various public communication issues and develop appropriate
interventions; and standards and regulations in the management of public
communications functions;
- Prepare
and organize fora where Judiciary policies, programmes and projects can be
propagated and promoted; Prepare media supplements, documentaries, press
release/media features;
- Supervising,
guiding, mentoring, coaching and training and development of public
communications personnel.
Requirements
for Appointment
- A
Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication,
Communication Studies, Information Sciences, Public Relations,
International Relations, Journalism, Social Sciences or any other approved
equivalent qualifications from a recognized university/ institution;
- Minimum
of five years experience, three of which are at senior management level
public relations and communications.
- Demonstrated
skills, knowledge and experience in the design and execution of marketing,
communications, and public relations activities.
- Demonstrated
successful experience writing press releases, making presentations, and
communications with media.
- Demonstrated
experience overseeing the design and production of print materials and
publications.
- The
ability to articulate the Judiciary comprehensive strategic framework and
how it interfaces with the Constitution, National Development plans and
Vision 2030;
7)
Director of Performance Management
Reporting to the Deputy Chief Justice, the main role of the Director will be to
measure performance targets and track the results of the various programmes
carried out by the different directorates.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate
and lead the Central Planning and Monitoring Unit of the Judiciary in
ensuring integrated and cohesive strategic management of transformation.
- Provide
leadership for the implementation and continuous growth of performance
contracting of the Judiciary and its organizational units in line with the
integrated comprehensive strategic framework
- Develop
and implement performance contracting of the Judiciary and its organizational
units in line with the integrated comprehensive strategic framework
- Conduct
overall monitoring and evaluation and reporting of programmes in the
Judiciary
- Perform
the internal audit and oversight mechanism for the Judiciary.
- Provide
strategic direction of economic planning functions and production of
statistical data in the Judiciary
Requirements
for Appointment
- Masters
degree in social sciences, such as statistics, public policy, economics or
a related field, and/or specialized training/certification in monitoring
& evaluation.
- At
least five years of progressively responsible experience in the monitoring
& evaluation of projects/programmes
- Demonstrated
experience in designing or implementing organization-wide systems for
Monitoring & Evaluation and institutional adaptive management
learning.
- Demonstrable
experience in strategic planning and performance measurement, indicator
selection, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis
methodologies
- Demonstrated
outstanding professional competence matched with proper appreciation of
the country's economic development needs at the national, sectoral and
regional levels and the strategies necessary to meet them;
- Demonstrated
a high degree of administrative capability coupled with wide experience in
economic planning or in the production and interpretation of statistical
data;
Interested
and qualified persons are requested to make their applications by forwarding
twelve (12) copies of the following (as well as soft copies):-
- A
letter of application
- Detailed
and updated curriculum vitae summarizing the applicant's bio-data.
- Completed
Application for Employment Forms - JSC 2A(for public officers) or JSC 2
(for other applicants).
- The
applicant's recent coloured passport size photographs.
- Certified
copies of testimonials and professional certificates and academic
transcripts.
To:
The Secretary
Judicial Service Commission
P.O. Box 30041 - 00100 Nairobi
E-mail: jscsecretariat@judiciary.go.ke
So as to reach the Commission within a period of twenty one (21) days from the
date of this advertisement.
The JSC 2A and JSC 2 Forms are available free of charge at the Commission's
Secretary/Chief Registrar's Chambers, Room No. 10 at the Supreme Court Building
(old High Court Building), Nairobi during office hours.
The Forms can also be downloaded from the Judiciary's Website - www.judiciary.go.ke
Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted. Canvassing in any
form will lead to automatic disqualification.
The Judicial Service Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and selects
candidates on merit, through fair and open competition, from the widest range
of eligible candidates.
Secretary,
Judicial Service Commission.
2:54 PM
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