CJ Koome declares 11 vacancies in the Court of Appeal
Chief Justice Martha Koome has declared 11 vacancies in the Office of the Judge of the Court of Appeal.
In the Gazette Notice dated January 30, 2024, she said the appointments will be made by Article 166(1)(b), (2) and (4) of the Constitution and Section 30, Part V and the First Schedule of the Judicial Service Act, 2011.
For one to qualify as a judge of the Court of Appeal, they should hold a degree of law from a recognized university or be an Advocate of the High Court.
One can also possess an equivalent qualification in a Common-Law jurisdiction.
Further, the applicants ought to have at least 10 years’ experience as a superior court judge, 10 years’ experience as a distinguished academic or legal practitioner, or such experience in other relevant legal field.
Those interested need to have high moral character, integrity, and impartiality, meeting all the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on Leadership and Integrity.
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“In addition, the applicants should demonstrate a high degree of professional competence, communication skills, fairness, good temperance, good judgment, wide breadth of both legal and life experience, and demonstrate commitment to public and community service, ” Koome added.
A Court of Appeal Judge is mandated with hearing appeals from the High Court and any other court or tribunal as per an act of Parliament.
The retirement age for an appellate judge is 70 years old with an early option of 65 years old.
Gross monthly salaries excluding benefits range from Sh775,845 to Sh1,187,152.
CJ Koome has advised those who are interested to visit the Judicial Service Commission’s job portal, https://www.jsc.go.ke/index.php/careers/ for instructions on how to apply.
CJ Koome declares 11 vacancies in the Court of Appeal
