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Chief Registrar job at Judicial Service Commission | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
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About the Organisation
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) of Uganda, established under Article 146 of the 1995 Constitution, serves as an independent body responsible for fostering an accountable and effective judicial service through competence-based recruitment, disciplinary oversight, stakeholder engagement, and both public and judicial education. Operating under the vision of an effective, responsive, and efficient judicial service, the JSC has earned recognition for its role as a vital link between the public and the judiciary, ensuring transparency and integrity in judicial appointments and conduct.
The Commission's work culture emphasizes professionalism, accountability, and public service, offering employees opportunities to contribute to the enhancement of Uganda's justice system. It provides job opportunities across various functions, with details available on its official website. Since its inception, the JSC has evolved to include a diverse membership comprising a full-time Chairperson, a Deputy Chairperson, members representing the judiciary, the Uganda Law Society, the public, the Public Service Commission, and the Attorney General as an ex-officio member.
This structure supports its broad mandate, which includes advising the President on judicial appointments, reviewing terms and conditions of service for judicial officers, conducting educational programs, handling public complaints regarding the judiciary, and advising the government on justice administration improvements. The Commission's core values of integrity, excellence, and service guide its operations, while its commitment to corporate social responsibility is reflected in initiatives aimed at enhancing public awareness of legal rights and obligations. For more information, visit their official website at https://www.jsc.go.ug/.
Job Title
Chief Registrar job at Judicial Service Commission
Judicial Service Commission
Job Description
Job Title: Chief Registrar
Organisation: Judicial Service Commission
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible to the Principal Judge for performing the following duties:
Performing judicial functions vested in the Chief Registrar by law;
Giving effect to the policies and directions of the Chief Justice, Deputy Chief Justice, and Principal Judge;
Overseeing the judicial operations of all the Courts of Judicature;
Monitoring and enhancing the quality of judicial procedures;
Communicating with the Government and the public on matters relating to the Judiciary or any other matters with which the Government may be concerned;
Implementing the judicial activities in the Judiciary Strategic Plan;
Assisting the Chief Justice, Deputy Chief Justice, and Principal Judge in the supervision of the Courts;
Linking the Judiciary and JSC on appointments, promotions and disciplinary matters relating to Registrars and Magistrates; and
Carrying out any other duties assigned to him or her by the Chief Justice, Deputy Chief Justice, and Principal Judge.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Applicants shall be in possession of a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree (at least a Second-Class Lower Division) from a recognised University and a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the Law Development Centre or a law school within the East African Region. A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Applicants must have working experience of ten (10) years and more as a judicial officer and have served as a Registrar or a Deputy Registrar of the Courts of Judicature for at least two years.
Applicants for this post should attach four (4) samples of Judgements (Criminal and Civil) they have written.
How to Apply
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and eligible Ugandans to fill the vacant posts available in the Judiciary Service as specified below. Applications, using Judicial Service Commission Application Form No.1 of 2021, should be completed and submitted to the email address provided for each position by not later than midnight of 6th June 2025. The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) is an equal opportunity employer.
Instructions to applicants:
JSC Application Form No.1 of 2021 can be accessed at https://www.jsc.go.ug/news/jsc-application-forms
Type to fill in JSC Application Form No.1 of 2021.
Handwritten forms will not be accepted.
Print JSC Application Form No.1 of 2021.
Submit JSC Application Form No.1 of 2021 to the email addresses for each position, along with the following documents included, in the order below, all as a single PDF document:A copy of the applicant’s national identity card.
A passport-size photograph.
An up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV).
Copies of academic certificates and transcripts certified by the issuing institution. Note: The Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) and Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) should be certified by the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB).
Names, contacts and letters of recommendation of two (2) professional and two (2) character referees.
A Certificate of Enrolment.
Applicants for this post should attach four (4) samples of Judgements they have written.
A certified copy of the applicant’s latest and complete Declaration of Income, Assets and Liabilities from the Inspectorate of Government.
Copies of previous appointment, confirmation and promotion letters (where applicable).
Any other relevant documents.
The applicant’s self-assessment declaration on competencies. The details and format can be found at https://jsc.go.ug/news/applicants-self-assessment-declarationAll Application documents listed above should be combined into a single pdf document and submitted online to the Secretary Judicial Service Commission (JSC), to the application email addresses provided for each position.
Submit Application Documents to: Email: applicationscr2025@jsc.go.ug
Additional information:
Applicants must apply for only one post. Multiple applications by an applicant will result in automatic disqualification.
Deadline: 6th June 2025
