The AG's office has narrowed down the list of candidates to 223 for various positions, following a highly competitive application process. The Office of the Attorney General and Department of Justice (OAG & DOJ) has released the shortlist, with interviews scheduled between November 25 and December 4, 2025. This recruitment process began with a call for applications on May 6, 2025, and the application window closed on May 16, attracting an impressive 10,173 applicants across three advertised positions. The Solicitor General, Shadrack Mose, emphasized the department's commitment to equal opportunity and diversity, encouraging applications from individuals with disabilities, women, youth, and those from marginalized areas. The Accountant II position received the most applications, with 3,617 candidates vying for 10 vacancies, resulting in 91 shortlisted candidates. The Public Communication Officer II post, with two available slots, received 666 applications, and 19 candidates have been shortlisted. The Clerical Officer II position attracted the largest pool of applicants, with 5,890 candidates competing for 10 positions, and 113 candidates have been shortlisted. The department has advised shortlisted applicants to visit the official website for detailed interview schedules. The OAG & DOJ invites the public to share any credible adverse information regarding shortlisted candidates, with a deadline of November 25, 2025. The Attorney General's Office emphasizes transparency, integrity, and meritocracy in the recruitment process, adhering to public service values outlined in the Constitution. The OAG & DOJ, as the country's principal legal advisory body, plays a crucial role in upholding the rule of law and constitutionalism, while the DOJ oversees legal policy, law reform, and access to justice initiatives.
