Issue No. 2/2019 PSC News 4th February 2019

Inside this issue: New PSC Commissioners attend induction program New 2 commissioners hold Principal Administrative introductory Secretary in the Office of meeting with staff the President Mr Kennedy Kihara on behalf of the Head Interviews for 2 of Public Service Dr Joseph National Police Kinyua. Service Resource persons Commission included Foreign Affairs Members Cabinet Secretary, Amb CAJ launches 3 , KSG Director publications on General Dr. Ludeki Chweya, access to former head of public information service and current Chairman Revenue Government rolls 4 out Huduma Halisi Authority Board Dr. (Amb) PSC Chairperson Stephen Kirogo (6th left) and commissioners pose for a group Francis Muthaura, Salaries Campaign photo holding their induction certificates at KSG . Also pictured is KSG and Remuneration Director General Dr Ludeki Chweya (in gown) and PSC CEO Alice Otwala (6th Commissioners 5 Commission Commissioner right) attend National Dalmas Otieno, Anti-Corruption Administrative Secretary Conference By Browne Kutswa years in order to move the Cabinet Office Mr. Clement PSC staff appointed 6 and Pauline Muriuki public service and indeed our Kiteme, PSC CEO Dr Alice to government country to the next level,” said Otwala and immediate taskforces former PSC Commissioners n intensive five days Mr Kirogo. In their own words 7 induction program He observed that the Titus Ndambuki and … Commissioners was conducted for the induction workshop was an Catherine Omweno. views about the new Vice Chairperson important step designed A m b . J u m a work ahead Aand Commissioners of Public purposely to enhance their emphasized the need to deploy highly skilled, well- What the staff Service Commission to understanding of the place of 8 motivated officers who are expect of familiarize them with the the Commission in the entire commissioners mandate of the Commission and realm of public service loyal to their motherland Government operations. The management. Priority on and driven by national The Secret for a 9 Kenya School of Government building skills and interests. Healthy Employer- The new PSC team Employee (KSG) hosted the program at competencies for the lower Kabete campus from 21st implementation of the Big was sworn into office on Relationship 17th January 2019 following to 25th January 2019. Four Agenda was highlighted Transition 9 PSC Chairperson Mr as an area of urgent attention successful vetting and Stephen Kirogo congratulated alongside promotion of values approval by parliament and Planning a perfect 10 the new members on their and ethical conduct, high subsequent gazettement of fitness week appointment and expressed performance culture and value their appointment by confidence that having gone for money in service delivery. President . PICTORIAL: 11 The new team INDUCTION through a rigorous and During the induction, WORKSHOP FOR competitive recruitment the commissioners were taken comprises Vice Chairperson NEWLY APPOINTED process, they were up to the through various topics Charity Kisotu and VICE CHAIRPERSON Commissioners Dr. Joyce task. including the role of the public AND Nyabuti, Dr. Mary Mwiandi, COMMISSIONERS “It is not in doubt that service, legal framework for Dr. Reuben Chirchir, Amb OF PSC your appointments come with the public service, human great expectations from both the resource management, Patrick Wamoto, Amb PSC IN PICTURES 11 appointing authority and corporate governance and the Salma Ahmed and Mr Andrew Muriuki. They will yourselves. The convergence of Big Four Agenda. these two levels of expectations The workshop was serve for a non-renewable rests squarely on you and your officially opened by the six-year term. contribution during the next six 2

New commissioners hold introductory meeting with staff

management as championed by Chairperson Mr Stephen Kirogo with emphasis on Reform, Perform and Transform trajectory. They expressed optimism that this approach to public service would be realized during their tenure. They assured the secretariat that they had their best interests at heart. Having risen up the ladder as career civil servants, the Commissioners said that they could identify with the challenges faced by public Vice Chairperson Ms Charity Kisotu Addressing PSC Commissioners and staff during the servants and that they were inaugural meeting of the staff with the new commissioners at KICC on 29th January 2019 willing to address them in the best way possible. By Pauline Muriuki As part of their settling in to their new work n inaugural The main objective of the environment, the introductory meeting was to introduce the commissioners were taken meeting was held staff to the new Commissioners through an orientation for the new Vice who were recently appointed. program with all directorates AChairperson and The Commissioners in order to understand the Commissioners and the staff resolved to support a new structure and functions of of Public Service Commission direction that lays higher the secretariat. at the KICC on 29th January premium on performance 2019.

Interviews for National Police Service Commission members held

By Habel Shiloli nterviews for recruitment of Fourteen candidates former CEO/Secretary EACC the National Police Service battled out for the Chairperson’s Halakhe Waqo, Judiciary Chief Commission Chairperson and slot while six sought the retired Registrar Anne Amadi, Kenya commissioners kicked off on senior police officer slot on the National Commission on Human I28th January and ended on 1st Commission. Thirty-nine Rights chairperson Kagwiria February 2019 at Public Service candidates were shortlisted for the Mbogori, Kennedy Kihara, Dr Joyce Commission. slot of member of the Mwikali Mutinda and Samson Kibii. A list of shortlisted Commission. The six year tenure of the candidates was published in the PSC Chairperson Stephen immediate former commissioners, daily newspapers and on the Public Kirogo chaired the seven-member led by Mr Johnston Kavuludi ended Service Commission website. selection panel that also included last year. 3 CAJ launches publications on access to information

Mr Mucheru, in a speech read on his behalf by PS Hirsi said the Access to Information Act 2016 is meant to provide a framework for the actualization of Article 35 of the Constitution among other related articles. The Act guides on the information that need to be provided through request and information that is supposed to be provided proactively. At the same event, CAJ also launched a report of the findings of a desktop survey conducted among MDAs based on websites to gauge compliance in providing Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ) Chairperson Florence Kajuju presents a set of new information proactively. publications on access to information to PSC Commissioner Dr. Reuben Chirchir The survey that focused on process of decision By Habel Shiloli making process by the organizations, utilization of he Commission on resources, policies and A Guide on Proactive Administrative Justice procedures, guide on Disclosure for Public Entities at (CAJ) has released three information available and National and County Government Level publications to guide the information on procurement in Kenya will help public entities to TAccess to Information as required in and tenders revealed that know what kind of information they compliance levels were found Article 35(3) of the Constitution. are supposed to provide proactively The books ‘The Right to to be very low. Access Information’, ‘A Guide on and how. CAJ Chairperson, The Handbook on Best Proactive Disclosure for Public Entities Florence Kajuju noted that an Practices of Implementation on Access at National and County Government informed public is likely to to Information in Kenya is a collection Level in Kenya’ and ‘Handbook on Best make right choices and of best practices compiled from Practices of Implementation of Access promote social accountability, across public entities that will be to Information in Kenya’ were thereby enhancing democratic helpful in guidance on public launched on 31st January 2019 by the governance and sustainable PS for Broadcasting and disclosure of information development. Article 35 of the Communications, Fatuma Hirsi on Others present at the Constitution states that citizens function were Principal behalf of ICT CS Joe Mucheru. have the right of access to any Public Service Commission Secretary Public Service and information held by the state and was represented at the launch by Youth Affairs, Dr. Francis any information held by another Commissioner Dr. Reuben Chirchir, Owino, Vice Chairperson for person and is required for exercise and Deputy Director Public CAJ, Commissioner of protection of any rights of Communications, Browne Kutswa. Washington Sati, CAJ The Right to Access fundamental freedom. Commissioner Lucy Ndungu However, complaints have Information book is a simplified and CAJ Secretary/CEO been rife among the general public version of the Access to Information Leonard Ngaluma among that accessing information from Act 2016, providing a citizen-friendly others. public entities is not easy. version of the Act. 4

Government rolls out Huduma Halisi Campaign

By Pauline Muriuki

he Public Service Commission took part in the Huduma Halisi Campaign which was Trolled out at the Safari Park Hotel on 22nd January 2019. The Commission was invited to exhibit information, and communication materials aligned to the theme of the campaign. Huduma Halisi campaign is an initiative of the Ministry of Public Service, Youth and Gender Affairs. Huduma Halisi which means honest public service is a continental campaign spearheaded by the UN Economic Commission Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Public Service, Youth and Gender Affairs Prof Margaret for Africa (UNECA). The Kobia delivers a speech during the launch of the Huduma Halisi Campaign at the Safari Campaign seeks to inspire Park Hotel on 22nd January 2019 confidence and trust in the public service by continually celebrating pilot launch in the region. In The campaign draws honesty and excellence in service Kenya, the campaign is envisioned participants from Ministries, delivery in the public service. to interface with and leverage on Departments, Agencies and The Campaign is borne the ongoing efforts to improve Constitutional Commissions out of the ’s 2018 Kenya’s public service and to and Independent Offices. theme, “Winning the Fight Against intensify His Excellency the Corruption: A Sustainable Path to President’s fight against Africa’s Transformation’. It upholds corruption with a view of the Public Service ethos of promoting the spirit of “It should be both ways; equality, integrity, moral probity transparency, trust and and political neutrality. This is in accountability in the delivery of when you are line with Kenya’s Constitution public services by public servants. celebrating those who which binds all public officers to Speaking during the observe the principles of launch of the Campaign Cabinet have done well, together efficiency, respect for human Secretary Ministry of Public with those who are not rights, good governance, integrity, Service, Youth and Gender able to serve very well, and sustainable development. Affairs Prof said, All these values and “It should be both ways; when it’s also good for us principles when applied, provide you are celebrating those who because we can reach citizens with honest public have done well, together with that public servant and services and help in the those who are not able to service achievement of national very well, it’s also good for us find out how we can development goals. because we can reach that public support them” - Prof Kenya was selected by servant and find out how we can UNECA as the country for the Margaret Kobia support them.” 5

Commissioners attend National Anti-Corruption Conference

recover proceeds of corruption within the country. He said the government will continue engaging partners internationally to have ill gotten wealth repatriated home. “A war in which all civilians are involved cannot be lost,” he said. Carole Kariuki, the CEO Kenya Private Sector President Uhuru Kenyatta responds to issues at the conference. Next to him are Deputy Alliance (KEPSA) presented President , Chief Justice David Maraga and Makueni Governor Kivutha findings on specific questions Kibwana. On the left is Speaker of the National Assembly Justin Muturi posed about corruption. Most respondents described By Habel Shiloli corruption as theft; an integrity issue affecting both the private overnment moved Stephen Kirogo, Vice- sector and public service. the war on Chairperson Ms. Charity Seleina Patrick Obath, Co-chair of the corruption a notch Kisotu, Commissioners Amb. Multi Sectoral Initiative Against higher by invoking a Salma Ahmed, Ms. Joan Otieno, Corruption said corruption Gmulti-sectoral approach led by Dr. Joyce Nyabuti, Dr. Mary includes bribery, fraud, the private sector, with Mwiandi, Dr. Reuben Chirchir, misappropriation of assets, participation of key government Amb. Patrick Wamoto, Andrew embezzlement of funds, agencies. Muriuki, and the Chief falsifying results, tax evasion, A five months’ Executive Officer Dr. Alice market abuse, conflict of engagement between the Multi- Otwala. interest, regulatory abuse, Sectoral Initiative Against Others were members counterfeiting, laundering Corruption and leaders across of the Diplomatic Corps, criminal proceeds, capital the country climaxed into the Private Sector, Religious flight, abuse of judicial process, National Anti-Corruption Leaders, Professionals, Women, professional misconduct, Conference held at Bomas of Youth, Media, Civil Society, professional negligence, and Kenya on 24th and 25th January Academia and Transport sector abuse of trust among others. 2019. operators. Lee Karuri, also Co- President Uhuru Findings of the multi chair of the initiative, revealed Kenyatta and his Deputy sectoral team were insightful that in a self-reflection William Ruto, Chief Justice for PSC, which is charged with approach, all sectors agreed David Maraga, and Speakers the constitutional mandate of that they had failed this nation Justin Muturi and Ken Lusaka of promoting values and principles and there was need to find a National Assembly and Senate in the public service. solution together. respectively attended the President Uhuru The working committee has a second day of the conference. Kenyatta said the government four year plan that ends in Also in attendance were has stepped up war on 2022. Chairperson of the Public corruption, and mechanisms Service Commission (PSC) Mr. have been put in place to 6 PSC staff appointed to government taskforces

Joan Machayo, Director Browne Kutswa, Deputy hree senior staff of the Director Public PSC secretariat have HRM&D Communications been appointed to various task forces and Tpanels. They will undertake the duties alongside their responsibilities at the Secretariat Simon Rotich, Deputy Commission Secretary

Mrs. Machayo has been appointed Mr. Kutswa has been Member of Selection Panel of the appointed as a member of TVET Funding Board. The letter Task force for Improvement dated 8th January 2019 and signed of Government Information by Education Cabinet Secretary and Public Communications Amb. read in functions to align them with part “Pursuant to provisions of emerging public sector dynamics and expectations. Mr. Rotich has been appointed as section 8 of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training The appointment that was a member of the selection panel made through Kenya Gazette for Education Standards and Act 2013, I appoint you as a member to the selection panel of Notice Vol.CXXI – No.9 of Quality Assurance Council 18th January 2019 read in part (EASQAC) Panel, with effect interviewing and making recommendations as per the “It is notified for the general from 30th January 2019. provisions of section 8 of the information of the public that The letter signed by Education the Cabinet Secretary for Cabinet Secretary Amb. Amina TVET Act, 2013” . Mrs. Machayo has also been Information Communication Mohamed read in part “The and Technology has appointed Cabinet Secretary Ministry of nominated as Representative to the Interim Kenya Health Human a Task for Improvement of Education Pursuant to legal notice Government Information and th Resource Advisory Committee No. 11 of 14 February 2014, Public Communications section 1(1) c, has appointed you with effect from 8th January 2019. She has also served previously on functions to align them with as a member of the selection emerging public sector various panels and task forces. panel for ESQAC’. dynamics and expectations.” Mr. Rotich has also previously Mr. Kutswa joins 14 other served on the National Council members of the task force for Science, Technology and that was formally launched by Innovation selection panel to Information, Communication recruit the Chairperson and and Technology Cabinet members; Technical Vocational “The Achievement of Secretary Joe Mucheru on 30th Education and Technology one goal should be the January 2019 at Telposta selection panel to recruit the starting point of Towers in Nairobi. The Chairperson and members; Taskforce chaired by veteran Commission for Administrative another” (Alexander Graham Bell) journalist David Makali has 90 Justice (Office of the days to submit its Ombudsman) to select recommendations to the Chairperson and members, cabinet secretary. among others.

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In their own words … Commissioners views about the work ahead whatever I have in terms of what I and I think we are going to be a wonderful Chairman Mr. have learnt, to work with everyone melting pot. We believe we will achieve. I Stephen Kirogo: ‘We here and to support you all to make also want to congratulate the former want to define our commission ers because looking at the sure we deliver.’ roadmap in terms of Dr. Reuben documents that they have been able to put expectations – what the Chirchir: ‘I through the last five or so years, we have a constitution has assigned have listened to lot of reading to do. We come in, everything and the environment in the secretariat ready for us. It’s just now to take the which we will operate to and I believe achieve those objectives. Commission to the next level.’ this is a very Andrew Muriuki: ‘I This is a very tight family. It is a family that able team, very come to the takes their work seriously. Therefore I urge qualified, able to Commission with the the new commissioners to jell and become deliver. As a expectation that I am part of the family as quickly as possible. Commission now serving at a much There is a lot of expectation in terms of (and as a team), I do agree with the higher level. I will bring moving the civil service forward. Our work Chairman that we need to work as a something little but I am now is moving to the next level in terms of team so that we deliver as an still willing to learn a lot ensuring the benefits of the constitution in as institution. I will bring my skills to the more from the technical far as the HR agenda in government is public service. We will work staff. I have heard from together. I am available. I have the concerned.’ their descriptions, indeed, a lot has been Vice-Chairperson energy. I will put my time here. I ask done by them and they are competent. I am Ms. Charity Seleina commissioners and staff that let us also happy that Chairman has talked about Kisotu: ‘I appreciate work together and deliver on the teamwork and decisions by consensus. It that we are not coming mandate given to us. As you have means that each member of this family has to re-invent the wheel, seen, the outgoing Commission has something to say about what is on the table but to build on the done quite well and I want to believe and I think in Human Resource, creating successes of the that we’ll pick it from there and move conducive environment for everybody to be Commission. A lot has able to bring their thoughts/knowledge on it forward.’ been done and together Dr. Joyce the table is the greatest thing we can do and as a team, we shall Nyabuti: ‘We achieve things with speed. I am willing to support you so that we realize the vision and need to make learn and I am also willing to share the little I mission of the commission. I envision that at an impact as a the end of our six year term, we shall leave know.’ Commission. Ms. Joan Otieno: ‘I behind a public service that is more efficient We need to am looking forward to and effective in service delivery. We are take this support this team as a aware that human capital or human resource Commission commissioner. And as is very critical in the delivery of the Big 4 to another a team we shall be Agenda. So, we have a responsibility to equip level through able to deliver on the the public service with the right skills and re-engineering the human resource mandate of PSC competencies to facilitate the achievement of management. Succession management according to the the Big 4 Agenda and also Vision 2030 and in the public service is an issue that Constitution and we need to work on. We also need Sustainable Development Goals.’ other enabling laws. I Dr. Mary Mwiandi: to enforce values and principles in the ‘One of the things that am willing to learn and fit within the system.’ public service and take it to another Amb. Salma bring issues in Kenya is level. I know there are policies in Ahmed: ‘I express my balancing and inclusivity – place. I was involved in those policies’ strong support and the so called ethnic preparation. I know they have been respect for the conflict. It is not just at revised. We need to implement the outgoing commission. I the national level, it goes values and see how we can achieve read their report which to the Counties. Even high ethical standards and be able to was submitted to Counties have their say that we as Kenyans have a Parliament. They have historical injustices. If we address that, we national culture that we can pride left a legacy, which we will be headed towards creating a more ourselves with. We also need must build on and make and impact. As a amiable population in Kenya in general. I am creativity and innovation to be able to commission, we have the capacity to change an open book. I’ll be reading and learning and meet the big 4 agenda of the the fortunes of this country in terms of will be quick to learn the ropes.’ economic empowerment especially through government.’ Amb. Patrick the Big 4 pillars. We are ready to bring in Wamoto: ‘Nobody has whatever it takes in terms of our expertise “Reform, Perform, a monopoly of and knowledge, to take this commission and knowledge. Looking at country forward. As Kenyans and as Transform” the team that is coming commissioners, we have no reason not to PSC chairperson Stephen in, we are all from give what we can. I am prepared to bring different backgrounds, Kirogo 8

What PSC staff expect of new commission board

PSC Secretariat staff have warmly Chairperson – Reform, Perform to take the Commission. As they welcomed the arrival of a new vice and Transform is key to changes begin their six year term with us, I chairperson and commissioners. A we need to see. These should spill pray to God that we will synergize random vox pop among a cross over to other sectors of the public well for the benefit of the section of staff following an service. We look forward to work Commission and the Public Service introductory meeting with the with and support the as a whole.’ commissioners at KICC on 29th Commissioners in making PSC and John Ejore – Senior HRMO January 2019 shows high expectation the public service in general an Board Management Services: ‘In as narrated in their own words employer of choice. I’m impressed my view, the new Commissioners below: that we have Commissioners who possess a wealth of experience and a Alfred Onono – Principal are career civil servants, who have blend of diverse professional Librarian: ‘I can attest that this is grown in the service and identify background which will be an asset to the best interactive session we have with the challenges we face.’ the public service. They are ever had at the Commission where committed to implement and staff expressed themselves freely Esther Nyoike – Principal operationalize the provisions of without fear. It was amazing how Office Administrator: ‘My hope article 10 and 232 of the the Commissioners concurred with is that the policies which are so 2010 on secretariat staff on various pertinent good on paper will be implemented National Values & Principles of issues. I wish to see the and felt at the grassroots by Governance as well as Values and Commissioners motivating the staff Wanjiku. Staff should be motivated Principles of Public Service especially using the 5Rs which in my so that they can perform their respectively to promote national opinion are the cornerstone duties as expected because a unity & cohesive society. They are between the employer and motivated staff is a performing staff. team players and pro-reforms by employee. These are Respect, Service delivery to the common adopting ‘open door policy’ in their Recognition, Reliability, mwananchi will be enhanced. engagement with the secretariat staff. Responsibility and Remuneration. Corruption starts when staff are At the end of their six-year term, Respect is mutual, it flows both demotivated and look for ways to they would like to leave a legacy of ways. Members of staff wish to be make their lives better. I hope the reformed, transformed and recognized as employees who add Commissioners will address the performance oriented civil service in value to the Commission, not just as issues that affect public servants. which Kenyan citizens get value for individuals. HR is the biggest asset in My hope is that double standards their money. We in the Secretariat any organization, that if properly will not be applied whereby the are ready and willing to accord them handled, results will be good. Staff public servants in ministries are maximum cooperation and are only able to give back if treated better than staff of the professional expertise to enable recognized. The Commissioners Commission.’ them deliver on their mandate and gave a very good account of Beatrice Ondijo – Senior HRM meet high expectations of Kenyan themselves. They resonated well Officer: ‘I am very happy that we citizens of effective and efficient with staff. I’m glad they promised to have new Commissioners. My service delivery. resolve the issues that have affected hope is that they will give the ‘I expect the following: Career staff for long, and provided them Commission a new lease of life. growth and advancement; Review of with a ray of hope. I look forward Judging by their introductions to terms and conditions of service; to learning a lot from them. staff, I perceive they are not self- Training opportunities for Nancy Kongo – Principal Office centred but that they have the performance improvement and Administrator: ‘What we long for welfare of the secretariat staff at attitude change; Inclusive and is an environment where staff can heart. I have confidence that diverse civil service to reflect the express themselves freely without integrity will be upheld. I also face of Kenya and address fear of intimidation. I was particularly believe they will live by the motto marginalization; and Commission impressed by the Welfare chairman’s introduced by the Chairperson to service and presence to be felt at the speech which touched on pertinent “Reform, Perform and Transform”.’ county levels. issues that cannot be ignored. We’re Ethel Bulili – Assistant God bless us all during this new looking forward to a good working Director HRM E&MCS: ‘I wish journey of service transformation relationship, better remuneration, to welcome the Vice Chairperson and performance improvement.’ promotions, upgrading, etc. I hope and Commissioners of Public stagnation will be a thing of the past. Service Commission. The The slogan introduced by the Commissioners were very articulate about where they want 9

Planning a perfect fitness week

By Griffins Omondi and Kenneth Muchira

itness training is an exercise undertaken to improve or maintain one's physical fitness and health. FGeneral fitness training works towards broad goals of overall health and well- being, rather than narrow goals of sport L-R: Fitness competition, larger muscles or instructors Mr concerns over appearance. Mayo Kenneth Foundation for Medical Education and Research’s department of health and Muchira and Mr human sciences says fitness training Griffins Omondi balances certain elements of good health. pose for a photo These include aerobic training; flexibility during a training and balance training; and rest and session in the recovery. Aerobic training: The Foundation also gymnasium recommends that the minimum for aerobic exercise is 150 minutes per week of moderate intensity or 75 minutes per week of vigorous exercise. While additional exercise time and intensity can have added benefit, we do encourage our clients to at least meet the minimum recommendations (30 engaging in flexibility exercises you can ownership of their fitness goals by minutes). In situations where our improve posture, prevent muscular completing supplementary trainings focus on other fitness imbalances leading to injuries and workouts as evidenced by some of components such as strength, agility and reduce soreness after a workout. our morning session clients. balance, we have other ways of These exercises should be performed We encourage integration of incorporating aerobic training into our for a minimum of two to three days additional workouts that clients’ weekly routine. These are per week. complement what we have already aerobic focused group fitness classes, Rest and Recovery: These are other trained our clients. This is a great specialized aerobics training and components in fitness training. Rest way to keep up motivation as well outdoor events. can reduce injuries, and prevent as challenge them to try new Flexibility and balanced training: overtraining. It allows muscles to workouts such as morning run and Flexibility training comprises exercising recover. However, we encourage light cycling that has since been started at a low intensity to improve the range activities such as leisure walk or in the Commission by some staff of motion of a joint. On the other hand, stretching into their rest days. members. It builds confidence in balanced training is an important As health and fitness professionals we their ability to exercise on their component of comprehensive fitness most probably work with our clients own. program especially for older adults. By one to three times a week. This However, for those that are yet to creates a chance for our clients to take begin training, we can help plan a Transition Funeral arrangements are in Charity Kisotu sent a Mr. Stephen Kirogo, the progress and the burial is message of condolence to chairperson Public Service scheduled to take place on Friday the bereaved family on Commission lost his Father on 8th February 2019 in Laikipia behalf of PSC staff and Tuesday 29th January 2019. County. The vice chairperson, Ms commissioners.

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PICTORIAL: INDUCTION WORKSHOP FOR NEWLY APPOINTED VICE CHAIRPERSON AND COMMISSIONERS OF PSC

Amb Francis Muthaura delivers his presentation on responsibility of the Commissioner Patrick Wamoto makes a point during the workshop. public service in national development On his left is commissioner Dr Mary Mwiandi and vice chairperson Ms Charity Kisotu

Left-Right : PSC Chairperson Stephen Kirogo, Amb Francis Muthaura Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Amb Monica Juma makes a and DG KSG Dr Ludeki Chweya during a break presentation on external perspectives on promotion of national interests

SRC member Mr Dalmas Otieno makes a presentation on Director General Kenya School of Government presents a certificate to PSC Harmonization of Terms and Conditions of Service chairperson Stephen Kirogo on successful completion of the induction course 11

PSC IN PICTURES

Left: CEO Dr Alice Otwala addressing the Commissioners and PSC staff during the inaugural meeting of the staff with the new commissioners at KICC on 29th January 2019

Right: A section of PSC staff in attendance during the inaugural meeting with the new commissioners at KICC on 29th January 2019

Left: PSC’s Deputy Director of Public Communications, Mr. Browne Kutswa with Eunice Muthamia, Director Public Communi- cations, Ministry of ICT during the launch of the access to infor- mation publications by CAJ at Hilton Hotel, Nairobi

Right: Assistant Director HRM Ms Ethel Bulili talking to delegates who visited the PSC booth during the launch of Huduma Halisi Campaign at Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi.

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EDITORIAL TEAM: Commissioners Editor: Browne Kutswa Stephen Kirogo, CBS - Chairperson Ms Charity Kisotu - Vice Chairperson Editorial Assistants: Dr Joyce Nyabuti - Commissioner Habel Shiloli Dr Mary Mwiandi - Commissioner Pauline Muriuki Dr Reuben Chirchir - Commissioner Badi Khamis Amb. Patrick Wamoto - Commissioner Amb. Salma Ahmed - Commissioner Design & Layout: Mr Andrew Muriuki - Commissioner Pauline Muriuki Ms Joan Otieno - Commissioner Badi Khamis Secretary/Chief Executive Dr. Alice A. Otwala, (Mrs) CBS