PSC List of 10 Shortlisted Candidates for Important Government Positions.
The shortlist of applicants for the posts of Registrar of Political Parties and Assistant Registrar of Political Parties has been formally announced by the Public Service Commission (PSC).
Ten candidates were shortlisted by PSC for the Registrar post, and ten more were named for the Assistant Registrar position, according to the official announcement dated August 7. The PSC offices on Harambee Avenue will host the interviews on Monday, August 11.
“To reform and transform the public service in order to deliver services in an efficient and effective manner.” Candidates for the posts of Registrar of Political Parties and Assistant Registrar of Political Parties were shortlisted by the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties. The notification partially stated, “The Political Parties Act, Cap 7D.”
”After considering the applications, the commission shortlisted candidates,” the notice continued.
For the Registrar of Political Parties, the shortlisted candidates include Ali Abdullah Surrar and Sophia Sitati, who was recently appointed Acting Registrar following the departure of Ann Nderitu, now serving as a Commissioner at the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
Sitati previously served as Chief State Counsel in the Office of the Attorney General.
Other candidates include Geoffrey Obonyo, Everlyne Koiyan, Alloys Ndege, Mercy Wambua, Dr Manana Rodgers, Rahma Jillo, Lorionokou John Cox, and Florence Tabu Birya.
For the Assistant Registrar position, the PSC has shortlisted Seth Onyango, Simon Nyamolo, Josephine Ergaoe, Chebet Koske, Julius Cheche, Peter Muthui, Agatha Wahome, Mohammed Abdullahi Abdi, Robert Borter, and Gilbert Opanga.
The assistant is expected to support the Registrar in executing regulatory and supervisory duties under the Political Parties Act.
The Registrar of Political Parties plays an important role in overseeing the registration, regulation, and monitoring of political parties in Kenya.
The office also administers the Political Parties Fund and ensures compliance with the Political Parties Act, making it one of the most pivotal roles in Kenya’s political landscape.
Kenyans are invited to provide any credible information of interest relating to any of the shortlisted candidates through affidavits to the PSC Secretary or CEO, either via email or by visiting the offices in person.
Kenyans have been asked to participate in the vetting actively, as the outcome of this recruitment will have long-term implications for political transparency and institutional integrity.
PSC List of 10 Shortlisted Candidates for Important Government Positions.
