Member who is an Alim
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Applicants must:
- be an alim who is well-versed in Islamic jurisprudence;
- hold a Master’s Degree in Islamic Studies, or an equivalent qualification;
- have a least fifteen (15) years experience as a muslim religious scholar; and
- meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
TERMS OF SERVICE
- Members of the Commission shall serve on part time basis and shall hold office for a period of five years and shall be eligible for reappointment for one further term of five years.
- Members of the Commission will be paid such allowances as the Commission may, in consultation with the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, determine.
HOW TO APPLY
All applicants should submit the following:
A completed application form available at the Office of the Attorney General’s website: www.statelaw.go.ke;
A detailed curriculum vitae; and
Copies of:
- National Identity Card;
- Academic and professional certificates and transcripts;
- Certificates of good standing with relevant professional bodies, where applicable;
- Testimonials and other relevant supporting documents;
- 3 years audited accounts for applicants as businesspersons or entrepreneurs; and
- Certificate of recognition for academic and professional qualifications obtained from foreign institutions, where applicable.
Applications should be clearly marked “APPLICATION FOR THE POSITION OF MEMBER OF THE WAQF COMMISSION” and addressed to:
CHAIRPERSON
SELECTION PANEL THE APPOINTMENT OF
MEMBERS OF THE WAQF COMMISSION
20TH FLOOR, CBK PENSIONS TOWERS
HARAMBEE AVENUE
P. O. BOX 40112-00100
NAIROBI
or
Online applications together with relevant documents in portable document format (PDF) should be sent to [email protected].
NOTE TO APPLICANTS
A list of shortlisted candidates will be published and the shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of the documents in Clause 5(c) above together with the following documents during interviews:-
- Duly filled and stamped self declaration clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission; and,
- Valid and current clearance certificates from:
- Kenya Revenue Authority – Tax Compliance Certificate;
- The Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
- A Credit Reference Bureau; and
- Higher Education Loans Board.
CLOSING DATES
All applications should reach the selection panel on or before 26th June, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (E.A.T)
In the spirit of promoting national values and principles of governance, youth, women, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
CHAIRPERSON
SELECTION PANEL FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF
MEMBERS OF THE WAQF COMMISSION
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