The process of recruiting a new Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) has kicked off, the government has announced.
Elizabeth Muli, the selection panel’s chairperson, called on qualified persons interested in the work to apply through a gazette notice dated February 16.
The announcement indicated that the applicants must be of high moral character, integrity and impartiality.
She also said the applicants must be a holder of a law degree, be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya or possess an equivalent qualification from a common-law jurisdiction.
“Have at least 10 years’ experience as a Superior Court Judge or professionally qualified Magistrate. Or have at least ten years’ experience as a distinguished academic or legal practitioner or such experience in other relevant legal field,” indicated the notice.
Ms Muli further insisted that the candidates must meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution and demonstrate a high degree of professional competence as well as communication skills, fairness and good temperament.
The intended DPP must also demonstrate good judgment in both legal and life experiences and commitment to public and community service.
While encouraging Women, minorities, marginalized and persons living with disability to apply, Ms Muli indicated that the application should reach the public service commission by February 27, this year.