Applications are invited from suitably qualified and eligible citizens of Uganda to fill the 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 Application Form 1 and Form 2 in TYPED FORMAT should be submitted online to the Secretary Judicial Service Commission (JSC), as a SINGLE PDF DOCUMENT to the application email addresses provided for each position, not later than midnight of Monday, 24th August, 2026.

Applicants are permitted to apply for only one (1) advertised position. Submission of applications for more than one position by the same applicant shall result in automatic disqualification from the recruitment process.

Only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted and invited to participate in the subsequent stages of the selection process. Applicants who do not receive any communication from the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) by the conclusion of the recruitment and selection process should consider their applications unsuccessful.

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) is an equal opportunity employer.

PART 1: JUDICIAL OFFICERS

Instructions to Applicants

a) JSC Application Form No.1 of 2021 can be accessed at:

https://www.jsc.go.ug/new/jsc-application-forms

This form should be completed in typed format. Handwritten forms will not be accepted.

b) 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).
• Copies of academic certificates and transcripts certified by the issuing Institution.

Note: The Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) and Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) should be certified by Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB).

• Names, contacts and letters of recommendation of two (2) Professional and two (2) Character referees.
• A Certificate of Enrolment, except for applicants in Government of Uganda Service.
• Four (4) samples of Judgments written, reports, submissions or academic writings.
• A certified copy of the latest and complete Declaration of Income, Assets and Liabilities from the Inspectorate of Government for applicants in Judiciary Service/Public Service.
• Copies of previous appointment, Confirmation and promotion letters (where necessary).
• Any other relevant documents.
• Applicants’ self-assessment declaration on competencies.

The details and format can be found at:

https://www.jsc.go.ug/self-assessment-guides/

Additional Information

• 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.
• In case of any inquiry, contact Tel. No. +256-414 344154 or e-mail recruitment2025@jsc.go.ug.

POST: ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER, ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL SERVICES (CIVIL WORKS)

Reports to: Commissioner, Engineering and Technical Services
No. of Vacancies: 01
Salary Scale: JSS1-SE
Application Email: applicationsacet2026@jsc.go.ug

Minimum Qualifications and Working Experience

Applicants shall be Ugandan Citizens holding a BSc Degree in:

• Civil Engineering;
• Bachelor of Civil and Building Engineering;
• Bachelors Degree of Engineering, Civil and Building; or
• Bachelors Degree of Engineering, Civil and Structural Engineering

from a recognised University or awarding Institution plus a Master’s Degree in any of the above fields.

Membership with the Uganda Engineers Registration Board (ERB).

Post Graduate Diploma in management is an added advantage.

At least nine (9) years’ working experience, three (3) of which should have been served at the level of Principal Engineer in Government or equivalent level of experience from a reputable organization.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviewing policies and procedures for estates management and maintenance.
• Developing and formulating construction and maintenance plans, schedules and related budgets.
• Developing technical specifications and standards for construction and maintenance of buildings; and procurement of furniture.
• Supervising the preparation of bills of quantities for projects.
• Supervising the construction and maintenance of physical infrastructure.
• Verifying works, prepare payment certificates and issue completion certificates.
• Supervising Consultants and Contractors in executing construction and maintenance works.
• Liaising with the stakeholders for proper use of tenancy agreements in renting court buildings.
• Monitoring and Evaluating staff performance against set targets and objectives and recommend appropriate action.

POST: SENIOR PERSONAL SECRETARY

Reports to: Principal Personal Secretary
No. of Posts: 01
Salary: JSS3
Application Email: applicationsps2026@jsc.go.ug

Minimum Qualifications and Working Experience

Applicants should be Ugandans holding an Honors Bachelor’s Degree in:

• Secretarial Studies or Business and Office Management;
• Office Management;
• Office and Information Management;
• Administrative and Secretarial Science or Management; or
• Administrative and Secretarial Studies

from an accredited University/Institution.

At least three (3) years working experience attained at the level of Personal Secretary in Government or reputable organization.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Attending to callers, either in person or on telephone.
• Identifying and managing office facilities and equipment.
• Receiving incoming mail and supervising the dispatch of outgoing mail.
• Preparing documents for meetings and speeches.
• Drafting letters of routine nature.
• Providing office management services.
• Managing records in accordance with established security and records management procedures.
• Supervising cleaning and tidying of the office.
• Appraising performance of secretarial staff.