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Member Tax Appeals Tribunal (Non- Advocate) At Judicial Service Commission

Judicial Service Commission

Law / Legal full time Nairobi Posted 3 days ago

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The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) is a part-time constitutional commission established under Article 171 of the Constitution and its membership comprise of: The Chief Justice who is the Chairperson One Supreme Court judge; One Court of Appeal judge One High Court judge One Magistrate The Attorney General Two advocates (one woman and one man); One person nominated by the Public Service Commission; One woman and one man to represent the public, not being lawyers, appointed by the President with the approval of the National Assembly. Our Mandate The Judicial Service Commission is an independent Commission established under Article 171 of the Constitution. Its mandate as stipulated in Article 172 of the Constitution is to promote and facilitate the independence and accountability of the Judiciary and the efficient, effective and transparent administration of justice. Our Functions Recommend to the President persons for appointment as judges. Review and make recommends on condition of service for judges (other than their remuneration), judicial officers and staff of the Judiciary. Receive complaints against, investigate and remove from office or otherwise disciplining registrars, magistrates, other judicial officers and other staff of the Judiciary. Prepare and implement programmes for the continuing education and training of judges and judicial officers. Advise the national government on improving the efficiency of the administration of justice.Job Requirements: Academic and Professional Qualifications:: Under Section 4A (b) of the Tax Appeals Tribunal (Amendment) Act of 2022 the applicant must have the following minimum requirements.  Hold a bachelor's degree in any of the following disciplines: business, finance, public finance, economics, insurance, or related discipline from a recognized university in Kenya or any other relevant qualification from an institution recognized in Kenya. Have at least ten (10) years of experience in matters relating to the discipline referred to under item (i) above. Is not a public officer or a tax agent. Has not at any time within the preceding five (5) years been an employee of the Kenya Revenue Authority; Has met his Tax obligations Has not been convicted of an offense under any law; and Has not been adjudged bankrupt by a court of competent jurisdiction. Qualification and experience in alternative dispute resolution will be an added advantage. Have a high moral character and integrity in accordance with Chapter Six of the Constitution