The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has announced a vacancy for the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) position.
In an advert published on Tuesday, September 17, the Commission outlined the qualifications and the application process.
At the same time, EACC Chairperson Dr David Oginde encouraged interested individuals who meet the qualifications to apply.
The Commission is established under Section 3 of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission Act No. 22 of 2011, pursuant to Article 79 of the Constitution of Kenya.
“The mandate of the Commission is to combat and prevent corruption and economic crime in Kenya through law enforcement, preventive measures, public education, and the promotion of standards and best practices of integrity, ethics, and anti-corruption. The Commission invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the position,” the statement read in part.
The duties and responsibilities of the CEO shall be as follows:
(i)The Chief Executive Officer.
(ii)The accounting officer of the Commission.
(iii)Carrying out the decisions of the Commission.
(iv)Day-to-day administration and management of affairs of the Commission.
Supervision of employees.
In addition, the Secretary/Chief Executive Officer is expected to:
(i) Coordinate the development and implementation of strategy for the Commission to ensure achievement of its mandate.
(ii) Oversee prudent financial management in accordance with the Public Financial Management (PFM) Act.
(iii) Formulate and review guidelines and regulations that enforce legislations on anti-corruption and integrity.
(iv) Oversee capacity development in line with the Commission’s strategy.
(v)Promote collaboration/cooperation with other state organizations, agencies, regional and inter-national bodies in the prevention and investigation of corruption.
(vi)Coordinate preparation and submission of statutory reports as per the law.
(vii)Undertake such other duties as may be assigned by the Commission.
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Minimum Qualifications
The suitable candidate for the appointment as the Secretary/Chief Executive Officer of the Commission, must possess the following qualifications:
- Is a citizen of Kenya.
- Possess a post graduate degree from a university recognized in Kenya.
- Have at least ten years’ experience at management level.
- Have experience in any of the following fields: ethics and governance; law; public administration; leadership; economics; social studies; audit; accounting; fraud investigation; public relations and media; religious studies or philosophy.
- Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
The EACC terms and conditions of service
(i) Duration of Contract: The successful applicant will be appointed for a six (6) year non-renewable term.
(ii) Remuneration: The Secretary to the Commission is a State Officer and shall serve on such terms and conditions as determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
Further, EACC stated that only the shortlisted candidates will be published in the newspapers and on the Commission Website.
Secondly, the name of the successful candidate shall be forwarded to the National Assembly for approval in accordance with the provisions of Section 16 (1) of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission Act, 2011 and Section 3 of the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act No. 33 of 2011.
Before assuming office, the Secretary shall take and subscribe to the oath of office as set out in the First Schedule of the EACC Act, 2011.
In addition to the qualifications set above, shortlisted applicants will be required to obtain clearances from the following:
(i)Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
(ii)Kenya Revenue Authority (KRAJ
(iii)Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
(iv)Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
(v)Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
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How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the set criteria should complete EACC Form 1 online from https://jobs.integrity.go.ke and attach copies of National Identity Card, Curriculum Vitae, academic and professional certificates, and testimonials.
All applications MUST be made online and will be acknowledged via an email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.
To be considered, all applications should be received not later than 7″ October 2024 by 5.00 p.m.
EACC as an equal opportunity employer warns that any canvassing of any nature will lead to automatic disqualification.
The current CEO is Twalib Mbarak formally took office following his swearing-in on 14 January 2019.
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