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Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
The Judicial Service Commission is a Constitutional body established under Article 146 of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda, 1995, whose mandate is to recruit judicial officers and regulate their conduct.
Justices of Court of Appeal job at Judicial Service Commission
Judicial Service Commission
Justices of the Court of Appeal have several key responsibilities, which generally revolve around reviewing decisions made by lower courts.
Appellate Review:
Review Lower Court Decisions: Justices review cases from lower courts (typically trial courts) to determine if there were any legal errors that could have affected the outcome. This involves reading briefs, reviewing records, and hearing oral arguments.
Interpretation of Law: They interpret and apply laws and legal precedents to the cases they review, ensuring consistency and correctness in the application of the law.
Opinion Writing:
Drafting Opinions: Justices write detailed opinions that explain the legal reasoning behind their decisions. These opinions can set important precedents for future cases.
Concurring and Dissenting Opinions: Justices may also write concurring opinions (agreeing with the majority but for different reasons) or dissenting opinions (disagreeing with the majority).
Panel Deliberation:
Panel Discussions: Appellate cases are usually heard by a panel of justices rather than a single judge. They collaborate and deliberate to reach a majority decision.
Decision-Making: They vote on the outcome of cases after deliberations, and the majority vote determines the court’s ruling.
Legal Research and Analysis:
Conducting Research: Justices perform extensive legal research to ensure their decisions are well-founded.
Analyzing Precedents: They analyze previous court decisions to ensure consistency and adherence to established legal principles.
Administrative Duties:
Court Management: Senior justices may have administrative responsibilities, such as managing court staff, overseeing court procedures, and ensuring the efficient operation of the court.
Continuing Education: They often participate in continuing legal education to stay updated on new laws and legal trends.
Public Service and Outreach:
Legal Education: Justices may engage in public speaking, teaching, or writing to educate the public and legal community about the law.
Community Engagement: They may participate in community outreach programs to enhance the public’s understanding of the judicial system.
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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 plus a Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the Law Development Centre or a recognized Institution.
Applicants should be or should have served as a Judge of the High Court or 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 or is a distinguished jurist and an advocate of not less than ten years' standing.
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.
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.
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.
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