Judicial Service Commission|

VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT

The Judicial Service Commission is established under Article 171 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, with a mandate of promoting and facilitating the independence and accountability of the Judiciary, and the efficient, effective and transparent Administration of Justice. 
The Commission invites applications from suitable candidates to fill the position of Director of Security Services in the Judiciary.

Job Title: DIRECTOR, SECURITY SERVICES (JSG 1)

Job Reference Number: V/NO.19/2025

Number Of Posts: 1

Job Grade:

Remuneration: The Commission will offer a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate.

Job Purpose:

The job holder will be responsible for overseeing the Security functions and services; development, implementation and review of security policies and strategies within the Judiciary.

Reporting Responsibilities:

The job holder is responsible to the Chief Registrar of the Judiciary.

Area of Deployment:

Directorate of Security Services.

Job Requirements: Academic and Professional Qualifications :

For appointment to this position, the applicant must have: i.	Master’s degree in security studies or related discipline from a recognized institution ii.	Bachelor’s degree in security studies or a related discipline from a recognized university  iii.	Strategic Leadership Development Program (SLDP) or equivalent from a recognized institution; iv.	Membership to a recognized relevant professional body v.	Proficiency in computer applications; and vi.	Meet the minimum requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

Constitutional and Statutory Requirements for Appointment:

Job Requirements: Academic and Professional Qualifications:

Experience:

At least fifteen (15) years’ relevant work experience with at least five (5) years at Senior Management Level in Security Operations & Management, or a comparable and relevant position.

Job Core Competencies:

Strategic Leadership and Good Interpersonal Skills;

Sound judgment and decision-making skills

Attention to details and accuracy

Analytical & Negotiation Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Confidentiality and High Integrity

Organizational, planning skills and Results-oriented

Research and Data Management Skills.

Time Management and the ability to prioritize wor

Terms & Conditions:

HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications by filling an Online Application for Employment Form available at the JSC jobs portal: https://jsc.go.ke/jobs-2/. 
Applicants should upload soft copies of the following documents to the online application: 
(a)	A letter of application
(b)	A detailed and updated curriculum vitae, to include background information such as past employment record (if any).
(c)	Names of three (3) professional references and two (2) character references who can verify and comment about the applicant’s past and present employment or engagement;
(d)	Copy of Testimonials, National ID/passport, Academic & Professional certificates, and academic transcripts;
(e)	Certificate of Membership of a professional body.
(f)	Applicant’s recent colored passport-size photograph 

The applications must reach the Commission NOT LATER THAN 25TH JULY  2025 AT 5.00PM

NOTE
1.	Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted. 
2.	Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification. 
3.	Successful candidates will be required to submit valid copies of clearance certificates from the following bodies: -
•	Kenya Revenue Authority,
•	Higher Education Loans Board,
•	Directorate of Criminal Investigation, 
•	Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, 
•	a recognized Credit Reference Bureau, and 
•	Certificate of Good Standing from the Law Society of Kenya.
4.	The Judicial Service Commission is committed to implementing the provision of Article 232 of the Constitution on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men, women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.
5.	Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts, during interview.
6.	The Commission will verify certificates submitted with respective institutions. It is observed that it is a criminal offense to present fake documents or false information.
The Judicial Service Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and selects candidates on merit through fair and open competition from the widest range of eligible candidates. 

PLEASE NOTE THAT JSC RECRUITMENT SERVICES ARE FREE OF CHARGE

THE SECRETARY
JUDICIAL SERVICE COMMISSION
P.O. BOX 40048 – 00100 NAIROBI
Telephone: +254 20-2739180
E-mail: recruitment@jsc.go.ke

Commission Offices: CBK Pension Towers,
13th Floor, Harambee Avenue, Nairobi.
www.jsc.go.ke