Vacancy title:
Chairperson, National Civil Aviation Administrative Review Tribunal

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

Jobs at:
JUDICIAL SERVICE COMMISSION

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, June 12 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, June 4 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

About the Role

The Judicial Service Commission invites applications for the position of Chairperson, National Civil Aviation Administrative Review Tribunal. This role is critical in ensuring fairness, transparency, and adherence to the law in matters relating to civil aviation administration.

Key Qualifications

Eligible for appointment as a Judge of the High Court.

Law degree from a recognized university, or Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, or professionally qualified magistrate, or equivalent qualification in a common-law jurisdiction.

At least 10 years’ experience as a distinguished academic, legal practitioner, or in another relevant legal field.

Aggregate of 10 years holding the above qualifications, whether in Kenya or another Commonwealth common-law jurisdiction.

Experience in alternative dispute resolution is an added advantage.

High moral character, integrity, and impartiality (must meet Chapter Six of the Constitution).

Core Competencies

High degree of professional competence

Strong oral and written communication skills

Good temperament and judgment

Commitment to public and community service

Remuneration

Allowances and remuneration will be determined by the Judicial Service Commission in consultation with the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

Additional Notes

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to disqualification.

Successful candidates must provide clearance certificates from KRA, HELB, DCI, EACC, CRB, and relevant professional bodies.

JSC is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fair competition, merit, diversity, and inclusion.

Recruitment services are free of charge.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 120

Level of Education: postgraduate degree

Job application procedure

Applications must include:

• Application letter
• Detailed CV (including community service, financial discipline, pro bono activity, litigation involvement, political activity, criminal record, professional engagement, references)
• Names of three professional references and two character references
• Professional certificates, testimonials, academic transcripts, Certificate of Admission to the roll of advocate (if applicable)
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Five sample professional writings (judgments, submissions, scholarly works, or legal publications)

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