President William Ruto has made changes in the public service following approvals from the Public Service Commission (PSC), promoting, appointing, and reassigning several top government officials.
Major Promotions and Appointments
Among the most notable promotions, Mr. Amos Gathecha has been elevated from Principal Secretary for Public Service to Deputy Head of the Public Service in the Executive Office of the President. Additionally, Prof. Edward Kisiang’ani has been appointed as a Senior Advisor and Member of the President’s Council of Economic Advisors.
New Principal Secretary Nominations
The President has also nominated 13 individuals for Principal Secretary positions across various ministries, subject to parliamentary approval. Some key nominations include:
• Dr. Jane Kare Imbunya – State Department for Public Service & Human Capital Development
• Ms. Regina Akoth Ombam – State Department for Trade
• Dr. Oluga Fredrick Ouma – State Department for Medical Services
• Dr. Caroline Wanjiru Karugu – State Department for East African Community (EAC) Affairs
• Mr. Stephen Isaboke – State Department for Broadcasting & Telecommunications
Principal Secretary Reassignments
Several existing Principal Secretaries have been reassigned to different state departments, including:
• Prof. Julius Bitok – Moved to the State Department for Basic Education
• Ms. Teresiah Mbaika – Reassigned to the State Department for Aviation & Aerospace Development
• Dr. Belio Kipsang – Now heading the State Department for Immigration & Citizen Services
