The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has opened applications for 26 positions across different tribunals.
In a notice on November 21, the JSC stated that some tribunal positions are designated for advocates, while others are open to non-advocates.
“The Commission Invites applications from qualified persons to fill the positions,” read part of the statement.
Applications for the tribunal positions must be submitted to the JSC by 5:00 P.M. on December 5, 2025.
The commission noted that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and any form of canvassing will result in automatic disqualification.
JSC Announces 26 Job Opportunities
The Commission has advertised the following positions:
| S/No | Ref No | Position | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | V/No.25/2025 | Chairperson, Petition Committee – Re-advertisement (Public Private Partnership Act 2021) | 1 |
| 2 | V/No.25/2025 | Chairperson, Political Parties Disputes Tribunal | 1 |
| 3 | W/No.27/2025 | Member, Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (Advocate) | 1 |
| 4 | V/No.28/2025 | Chairperson, Industrial Property Tribunal | 1 |
| 5 | V/No.29/2025 | Member, Industrial Property Tribunal (Advocate) | 2 |
| 6 | V/No.30/2025 | Member, Industrial Property Tribunal (Non-Advocate) | 2 |
| 7 | V/No.31/2025 | Chairperson, Competition Tribunal | 1 |
| 8 | V/No.32/2025 | Member, Competition Tribunal | 1 |
| 9 | V/No.34/2025 | Chairperson, Standards Tribunal | 1 |
| 10 | W/No.35/2025 | Member, Micro and Small Enterprises Tribunal (Advocate) | 2 |
| 11 | V/No.36/2025 | Member, Micro and Small Enterprises Tribunal (Non-Advocate) | 2 |
| 12 | V/No.37/2025 | Chairperson, Energy and Petroleum Tribunal | 1 |
| 13 | V/No.37/2025 | Member, Energy and Petroleum Tribunal | 2 |
| 14 | V/No.38/2025 | Member, Retirement Benefits Appeals Tribunal | 2 |
| 15 | V/No.39/2025 | Chairperson, Public Benefit Organizations Disputes Tribunal | 1 |
| 16 | V/No.40/2025 | Member, Public Benefit Organizations Disputes Tribunal (Advocate) | 2 |
| 17 | V/No.41/2025 | Member, Public Benefit Organizations Disputes Tribunal (Non-Advocate) | 2 |
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Additionally, the JSC directed interested and qualified persons to visit its job portal at https://jsc.go.ke/jobs-2/ for detailed job descriptions, requirements for appointment, and instructions on how to apply.
The Judicial Service Commission stated that it is an Equal Opportunity Employer and selects candidates on merit through fair and open competition from the widest range of eligible candidates.
The Commission further stated that its recruitment services are free of charge.
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Job Description for Each Position
Below are the job descriptions for the seventeen advertised positions.
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Chairperson, Petition Committee (PPP Act, 2021): Leads petitions on public-private partnerships and oversees hearings.
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Chairperson, Political Parties Disputes Tribunal: Presides over political party disputes and manages tribunal operations.
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Member, Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (Advocate): Participates in hearings and helps draft tribunal decisions.
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Chairperson, Industrial Property Tribunal: Leads disputes on patents, trademarks, and industrial designs.
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Member, Industrial Property Tribunal (Advocate): Provides legal expertise on industrial property cases.
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Member, Industrial Property Tribunal (Non-Advocate): Offers technical or sector knowledge to support rulings.
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Chairperson, Competition Tribunal: Oversees disputes on trade practices, mergers, and consumer protection.
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Member, Competition Tribunal: Assists in hearings and decision-making on competition-related cases.
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Chairperson, Standards Tribunal: Leads tribunal on standards compliance disputes.
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Member, Micro and Small Enterprises Tribunal (Advocate): Provides legal input on small enterprise disputes.
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Member, Micro and Small Enterprises Tribunal (Non-Advocate): Offers business-sector insights for tribunal decisions.
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Chairperson, Energy and Petroleum Tribunal: Presides over disputes in the energy and petroleum sectors.
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Member, Energy and Petroleum Tribunal: Provides technical and legal support during hearings.
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Member, Retirement Benefits Appeals Tribunal: Reviews appeals on pensions, trusteeship, and fund governance.
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Chairperson, Public Benefit Organizations Disputes Tribunal: Leads tribunal on governance and compliance disputes.
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Member, Public Benefit Organizations Disputes Tribunal (Advocate): Supports adjudication with legal expertise.
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Member, Public Benefit Organizations Disputes Tribunal (Non-Advocate): Offers technical or sector knowledge to assist tribunal rulings.
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