Job Details (SENIOR ARBITRATOR)

 

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                                                                                 THE REPUBLIC OF UGANDA

 

 

PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION

 

1.0  On 22nd February 2021; Cabinet; under Minute Extract 43 (CT 2021) approved the recommendations for the Rationalization of Government Agencies, Commissions, Authorities and Public Expenditure (RAPEX). In fulfilment of the Cabinet decision; several Government Agencies were merged, mainstreamed and new structures created. Arising out of the above changes, a number of vacancies were declared for filling. Cabinet approved the mainstreaming of the Centre for Arbitration and Dispute Resolution into the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs.

 

1.2   The Public Service Commission therefore invites applications from suitably qualified and duly appointed and confirmed staff of the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs and all staff affected by RAPEX who have not yet been placed to fill posts existing in the newly created structures under the Centre of Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (CADR). Applications should be filled ON-LINE and submitted not later than Monday 15th June, 2026 before midnight. The link to the e- recruitment system can be accessed and viewed at https://vacancies.psc.go.ug

 

1.3   Mandatory Instructions to Applicants: -

 

a)     Apply ON-LINE.

b)     Scan and submit on-line Degree and Post Graduate Transcripts and Certificates, Professional Documents, Copies of letters of Appointment, Confirmation and Promotion; ‘O’ and A’ Level Certificates.

c)      Each attachment must not exceed a limit of 1MB and only portable documents format (PDF) is allowed.

d)     Print an Extract of PS Form 3 (2008) and obtain recommendation from the Responsible Officer.  Scan the recommendation together with the rest of the documents and submit online.

 

1.4   Application Process

 

i)      Visit the website https://vacancies.psc.go.ug

ii)     Click on ‘register as a new user’ to create your account and complete your profile starting with the Bio data moving downwards

iii)    If you already have an account, simply click on your right and update your profile

iv)    Click on a Job from the list of advertised jobs in the menu.

v)     View the Job Details and Click ‘Apply now’

vi)    Review your application and SUBMIT.

 

 

1.5   Please Note: -

 

a)        Only applications on-line will be considered.

b)        Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

c)         Candidates shortlisted for oral interviews shall be required to bring along with them their original Degree and Diploma Transcripts and Certificates, Certificates of ‘O’ and ‘A’ Level, letters of appointment, confirmation, promotion, deployment and National Identity Cards

d)        Short listed candidates should ensure that their Staff Performance Appraisals for the last three (3) Financial Years, 2022/2023, 2023/2024,2024/2025 are submitted to the Commission before the date of oral interviews.

e)        The Public Service Commission will carry out verification of all academic and employment documents to confirm their authenticity. Any applicant established to have submitted forged document(s) shall be charged in accordance with the laws of Uganda and he/she shall be removed from the Public Service.

f)         In case of any inquiry, contact Tel. No. 0414254271 or 0414342279 or e-mail [email protected]

 

 

1.6     Applicants should, among others, have the following Values:

 

   Integrity; Accountability; Impartiality; Transparency; Respect; Responsiveness; Patriotism; Teamwork; and Serving Public Interest

 

 


Ministry/Department
Ministry Of Justice And Constitutional Affairs
Post
SENIOR ARBITRATOR
Scale
U3
Terms of Employment
FOR ONLY STAFF OF THE MINISTRY OF JUSTICE AND CONSTITUTIONAL AFFAIRS AND STAFF OF THE FORMER RAPEX AFFECTED AGENCIES
Vacancies
1
Reference
HRM 54/70/01
Minimum Age
24
Maximum Age

Minimum Qualification
Applicants should be Ugandans holding an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) with specialization in Arbitration; or Dispute Resolution from a recognized University or Institution plus a Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from Law Development Centre/ any accredited Institutions.
Working Experience
Applicants should have a minimum of three (3) years of working experience in arbitration, mediation, or dispute resolution, which should have been served at the level of State Attorney in Government or equivalent level of experience from a reputable organization.
Duties
The incumbent will be responsible to the Principal Arbitrator for performing the following duties:-

-         Managing and conducting arbitration hearings, ensuring the process is fair, impartial, and follows legal procedures;

-         Collaborating with other Arbitrators and legal experts to ensure that arbitration cases are managed efficiently.

-         Handling the administrative aspects of arbitration, including scheduling hearings, managing documentation, and maintaining communication between parties.

-         Developing and implementing mechanisms that ensure the arbitration process complies with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.

-         Conducting legal research and analysis to inform arbitration decisions and for fair rulings.

-         Drafting and issuing arbitration awards, based on the facts, legal considerations, and principles of fairness.

-         Providing periodic reports to the Principal Arbitrator or Assistant Commissioner on the progress of cases and other activities;

Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.


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