The Chief Justice is the Head of the Judiciary responsible for the administration and supervision of all courts in Uganda and may issue orders and directions to the courts necessary for proper and efficient administration of justice.

Four top management team officials responsible for specific areas assist the Chief Justice namely:

• Deputy Chief Justice responsible for Court of Appeal/Constitutional Court.
  
• Principal Judge responsible for supervision of High Court and all lower Courts.
  
• Chief Registrar responsible for administration of Courts in terms of confirmation, deployment, promotion and discipline of Judicial Officers; 
  
• Secretary to Judiciary – Accounting Officer and responsible for general administration and welfare of the Judiciary.