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Job Title:
High Court Judges
Employer:
Judicial Service Commission
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Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
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Number of Positions:
12
Deadline:
Thursday, 25 July 2024
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Kampala, Uganda
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/.
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Deadline:
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High Court Judges job at Judicial Service Commission
Judicial Service Commission
Job Description
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
High Court Judges have a range of responsibilities and duties that are critical to the administration of justice in the legal system
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
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Trial Adjudication:
Presiding Over Trials: High Court Judges oversee and conduct trials, ensuring they are fair and conducted according to legal procedures. This includes both civil and criminal cases.
Rulings on Evidence and Procedure: They make decisions on the admissibility of evidence, procedural issues, and other legal matters that arise during trials.
Judgment and Sentencing:
Delivering Judgments: After hearing the evidence and arguments, High Court Judges issue judgments, providing detailed explanations of the legal reasoning behind their decisions.
Sentencing: In criminal cases, they determine appropriate sentences for convicted individuals, based on the law and relevant sentencing guidelines.
Legal Interpretation:
Interpretation of Law: High Court Judges interpret and apply statutes, legal precedents, and constitutional provisions to the cases before them.
Setting Precedents: Their decisions can set important legal precedents that lower courts and future cases must follow.
Case Management:
Managing Case Progress: They manage the progress of cases through the court system, ensuring timely and efficient resolution.
Pre-Trial Hearings: High Court Judges conduct pre-trial hearings and case management conferences to address preliminary issues and facilitate the smooth running of trials.
Appeals and Reviews:
Hearing Appeals: In some jurisdictions, High Court Judges hear appeals from lower courts and tribunals, reviewing decisions for legal errors.
Judicial Reviews: They conduct judicial reviews of administrative decisions, ensuring that public bodies act lawfully and within their powers.
Legal Research and Opinion Writing:
Research: High Court Judges conduct extensive legal research to ensure their rulings are well-founded.
Opinion Writing: They write detailed legal opinions and judgments, which contribute to the development of the law.
Administrative Responsibilities:
Court Administration: Senior High Court Judges may have administrative duties, such as managing court resources, overseeing court staff, and ensuring the efficient operation of the court.
Policy Development: They may contribute to the development of judicial policies and procedures.
Public and Professional Engagement:
Legal Education: High Court Judges often engage in public speaking, teaching, and writing to educate the public and legal professionals about the law.
Community Outreach: They may participate in community outreach programs to enhance public understanding and trust in the judicial system.
Continuing Legal Education:
Professional Development: High Court Judges participate in ongoing legal education to stay current with new laws, legal trends, and judicial best practices.
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Applicants should be in possession of an Ordinary Level Certificate, Advanced Level Certificate, a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree from a recognized University / Institution and a Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the Law Development Centre or a recognized Institution.
Applicants should be or have been a Judge of a Court having unlimited jurisdiction in Civil and Criminal matters or a Court having jurisdiction in appeals from any such Court or has practiced as an Advocate for a period not less than ten (10) years before a Court having unlimited jurisdiction in civil and criminal matters.
Any relevant advanced/post graduate qualification(s), ICT qualification(s) as well as work experience will be an added advantage.
A Certificate of Enrolment is a requirement. For the above vacancy, any period during which a person has served as a Public Officer holding an office for which qualification for an advocate is required shall be taken into account in calculating the various period of practice required above.
Applicants appointed to this position will act for a period of two (2) years before they are appointed in a substantive capacity upon performance evaluation being conducted.
Applications are invited from suitable and eligible citizens of Uganda to fill the following vacant posts available in the Judiciary Service as specified below. Applicants will be subject to all the Terms and Conditions set out herein.
Applications on Judicial Service Commission Form 1 should be submitted online to the Secretary Judicial Service Commission (JSC), as a SINGLE PDF DOCUMENT to application emails provided against each position on offer.
The Judicial Service Commission Form 1 can be accessed at www.jsc.go.ug. This form should be completed in typed letters. Handwritten forms will not be accepted. Application Email: hej2024@jsc.go.ug
Applicants should attach on a duly completed Form 1 and in the order provided herewith the following:
• A copy of National ID
• A passport size photograph
• An up to date Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Names, contacts and letters of recommendation of two (2) Professional and two (2) Character referees
• Copies of academic certificates and transcripts certified by the issuing Institution
• A certified copy of the latest and complete Declaration of Income, Assets and Liabilities from the Inspectorate of Government for applicants in Judiciary Service and Public Service
• An applicants self-assessment declaration competences whose details and format can be accessed at www.jsc.go.ug
TERMS AND CONDITIONS PERTAINING TO THIS ADVERT:
• APPLICANTS SHOULD APPLY FOR ONLY ONE POSITION ON OFFER IN THIS ADVERT. MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS BY AN APPLICANT SHALL LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.
• ONLY DOCUMENTS SPECIFIED IN THIS ADVERT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED ENCLOSED AS A SINGLE PDF DOCUMENT.
• AN APPLICANT WHO IS NOT CONTACTED BY THE COMMISSION SHOULD REGARD HIS OR HER APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.
• NO APPLICANT OR HIS/HER AGENT SHOULD CONTACT ANY MEMBER, OFFICER OR STAFF OF THE COMMISSION CANVASSING BY APPLICANTS OR FOR AND ON BEHALF OF APPLICANTS SHALL LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION.
• THIS APPLICATION PROCESS IS FREE. NO ONE SHOULD PAY MONEY TO ANYONE FOR ANY SERVICE RELATING TO THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS.
• ANY COMPLAINT OR CLARIFICATION REGARDING THIS RECRUITMENT PROGRAMME SHOULD BE SENT BY EMAIL TO THE SECRETARY, JUDICIAL SERVICE COMMISSION ON EMAIL: recruitment2024@jsc.go.ug
• THE JUDICIAL SERVICE COMMISSION FORM SHOULD BE COMPLETED IN TYPED LETTERS. HANDWRITTEN FORMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
