Wilson Sossion, a former nominated Member of Parliament, is among 109 individuals shortlisted by the Public Service Commission (PSC) for the position of Principal Secretary.
The list also includes notable figures such as former Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Dentists Union (KMPDU) Secretary General Fredrick Oluga, ex-Nairobi Governor Anne Kananu, former Chief Administrative Secretary David Osiany, and social media commentator Gabriel Oguda.
The shortlisted candidates will be interviewed at the PSC offices located off Harambee Avenue in Nairobi. The specific dates and times for the interviews will be announced on the Commission’s website.
According to the Commission, a total of 2,517 applications were received for the advertised positions.
The public has been invited to submit any credible information concerning the shortlisted candidates, either through affidavits addressed to the PSC Secretary/CEO or online via principalsecretary2024@publicservice.go.ke. Submissions must be made by January 24, 2025.
The PSC opened applications for the Principal Secretary positions on November 20, 2024, signaling potential changes in government appointments. Interested candidates had until December 4, 2024, to submit their applications.
“The Public Service Commission is empowered under Article 155(3)(a) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, to recommend individuals for nomination and appointment as Principal Secretaries. In accordance with this mandate, the PSC invited applications from eligible candidates,” read the advertisement.
PSC Chairperson Anthony Muchiri explained that the vacancies resulted from realignments within the executive, necessitating the recruitment of new Principal Secretaries.
The announcement followed the signing of performance contracts by the current Principal Secretaries at the State House. President William Ruto had earlier appointed a team of 51 Principal Secretaries, which was subsequently approved by the National Assembly.
Candidates were required to meet criteria including a solid understanding of government operations, proven leadership and management skills, and adherence to Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity.
Successful applicants will serve as accounting officers for their respective State Departments, oversee financial and human resources, and ensure the establishment and execution of performance management systems.
