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: REGISTRAR

Reports to: Chief Registrar
Salary Scale: JSS1-SE
Number of Vacancies: 01 (One)
Email to submit application documents: applicationsr2026@jsc.go.ug

Minimum Qualifications and Working Experience

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum qualifications and experience requirements:

1. Citizenship

Applicants must be citizens of Uganda.

2. Qualifications

Applicants must possess:

• A Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent;
• A Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) or its equivalent;
• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree obtained from a recognised University or Institution; and
• A Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice awarded by the Law Development Centre (Uganda) or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.

Possession of relevant advanced or postgraduate qualifications, professional certifications, or Information and Communication Technology (ICT) qualifications shall be an added advantage.

Applicants who are not serving in the Government of Uganda must attach a valid Certificate of Enrolment as an Advocate. Applicants currently serving in the Government of Uganda are exempt from this requirement.

3. Relevant Experience

Applicants must satisfy at least one of the following experience requirements:

• Have served as a Deputy Registrar for a period of not less than one (1) year; or
• Have served as an Assistant Registrar for a period of not less than two (2) years; or
• Have served for a period of not less than two (2) years in a comparable legal or judicial position in a reputable organisation or institution, with responsibilities equivalent to those of an Assistant Registrar.

4. Supporting Documentation

Applicants must attach at least four (4) samples of their professional written work demonstrating legal knowledge, analytical ability, and judicial competence.

The samples may include any combination of:

• Civil and criminal judgments;
• Legal reports;
• Written submissions or pleadings;
• Legal opinions; and/or
• Published or unpublished academic or scholarly legal writings.

The Judicial Service Commission reserves the right to verify the authenticity and authorship of all documents submitted.

5. Appointment and Confirmation

Successful applicants shall be appointed in substantive capacity.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Performing judicial functions as prescribed by law;
• Managing the Registry assigned;
• Organizing sessions and Court sittings for the Court;
• Ensuring that Court case records are complete before cause listing;
• Preparing meetings of Justices, Judges, staff, and users of the Court;
• Serving as the sub-accounting officer for all funds of the Court;
• Managing an inventory of Judiciary assets;
• Preparing the Court’s performance and activity reports on a monthly, quarterly, biannual, and annual basis;
• Promoting the positive image of the Judiciary by adhering to the Judicial Code of Conduct, the Judiciary’s core values, and the Judiciary’s policy of zero-tolerance of corruption among Court staff and oneself;
• Ensuring that the Registry, Archives, and Exhibit stores are kept well organised; and
• Carrying out any other duties that may be assigned to him or her by the supervisor.