Vacancy title:
Professional/Technical - Law

[Type: PART_TIME, Industry: Public Administration, and Government, Category: Civil & Government, Legal, Management]

Jobs at:
Office of the Attorney General and Department of Justice

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, June 26 2026

Duty Station:
20TH FLOOR, CBK PENSIONS TOWERS | Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, June 8 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Background

The Waqf Commission is a body corporate established pursuant to Section 5 of the Waqf Act (Cap. 109) of the Laws of Kenya. The Waqf Act provides that the Waqf Commission shall comprise of the public trustee and eight members who shall be appointed by the Attorney General on the recommendation of a selection Panel appointed under Section 7 of the Act. The Attorney General has, vide Gazette Notice No. 18996 published in the Kenya Gazette Vol. CXXVII-No. 266 on the 24th day of December 2025 appointed members of the Waqf Commission Selection Panel for the purpose of nominating suitable candidates for appointment as members of the Waqf Commission.

Functions of the Commission:

• register all owqaf,
• administer and manage waqf properties registered under this Act;
• supervise the efficient and effective management of all waqf properties registered under this Act;
• ensure the effective implementation of the provisions of this Act;
• establish such structures as may be necessary for the effective performance of its functions or exercise of its powers under this Act;
• formulate policies for the performance of its functions;
• collect zakat and other charitable contributions from Muslims for the purposes of this Act;
• develop and facilitate adequate continuous training programmes to enhance the standard and effectiveness of trustees;
• formulate, implement and oversee programmes to raise awareness on waqf matters; and
• perform such other functions as may be prescribed by this Act or any other written law.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• be a citizen of Kenya;
• hold at least a Bachelor's Degree from an institution recognised in Kenya in any of the following field: Law
• qualifications in Islamic studies will be an added advantage
• have at least five (5) years post qualification experience in the field/area of expertise; and,
• meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Terms of Service:

• Members of the Commission shall serve on part time basis and shall hold office for a period of five years and shall be eligible for reappointment for one further term of five years.
• Members of the Commission will be paid such allowances as the Commission may, in consultation with the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, determine.

Note to Applicants:

A list of shortlisted candidates will be published and the shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of the documents in Clause 5(c) above together with the following documents during interviews:-

• Duly filled and stamped self declaration clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission; and,
• Valid and current clearance certificates from: Kenya Revenue Authority Tax Compliance Certificate; The Directorate of Criminal Investigations; A Credit Reference Bureau; and Higher Education Loans Board.

In the spirit of promoting national values and principles of governance, youth, women, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure
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HOW TO APPLY

All applicants should submit the following:

• A completed application form available at the Office of the Attorney General's website: www.statelaw.go.ke;
• A detailed curriculum vitae; and
• Copies of:
  • [i) National Identity Card;
  • (ii) Academic and professional certificates and transcripts:
  • (iii) Certificates of good standing with relevant professional bodies, where applicable;
  • (iv) Testimonials and other relevant supporting documents;
  • [v] 3 years audited accounts for applicants as businesspersons or entrepreneurs; and
  • (vi) Certificate of recognition for academic and professional qualifications obtained from foreign institutions, where applicable.

Applications should be clearly marked "APPLICATION FOR THE POSITION OF MEMBER OF THE WAQF COMMISSION" and addressed to:

CHAIRPERSON

SELECTION PANEL THE APPOINTMENT OF

MEMBERS OF THE WAQF COMMISSION

20TH FLOOR, CBK PENSIONS TOWERS

HARAMBEE AVENUE P. O. BOX 40112-00100

HARAMBEE AVENUE

or

Online applications together with relevant documents in portable document format (PDF) should be sent to 

NOTE TO APPLICANTS

A list of shortlisted candidates will be published and the shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of the documents in Clause 5(c) above together with the following documents during interviews:-

• (a) Duly filled and stamped self declaration clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission; and,
• (b) Valid and current clearance certificates from:
  • (i) Kenya Revenue Authority Tax Compliance Certificate;
  • (ii) The Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
  • (iii) A Credit Reference Bureau; and
  • (iv) Higher Education Loans Board.

CLOSING DATES

All applications should reach the selection panel on or before 26th June, 2026 at 5:00p.m. (E.A.T)

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