IEBC Explains Inclusion of Foreign Nationals in CEO Applicants List
IEBC says Kenyan citizenship was mandatory for shortlisting
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has clarified that foreign nationals who applied for the Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) position were disqualified due to the citizenship requirement.
The Commission had advertised the vacancy openly, resulting in 304 applications, including those from foreign nationals. However, only Kenyan citizens qualified for shortlisting.
Recruitment Process
IEBC contracted KPMG Kenya to manage the recruitment process, which included verification of national ID, citizenship, and academic credentials. The Commission published the full list of applicants in line with constitutional requirements on transparency and fair competition.
The advertised position required applicants to hold a degree recognized in Kenya, have at least five years of senior management experience, and meet the integrity requirements under Chapter Six of the Constitution and the IEBC Act.
Source: KBC Digital. AI-assisted summary.
