Interior Principal Secretary Dr. Raymond Omollo unveiled a significant reshuffle involving the transfer of at least 117 deputy county commissioners.
This sweeping change aims to enhance the efficiency and responsiveness of the national administration at various levels.
Dr. Omollo instructed regional commissioners to ensure the affected officials are released by July 24, emphasizing the urgency and immediate implementation of these changes.
In a memo, he stated, “The transfer of the under-listed Deputy County Commissioners has been agreed upon for immediate implementation.”
Among the notable transfers, Martin Muriithi will be moving from the President’s Office to Bungoma North, William Bett to Sabatia, Ronald Enyakasa to OOP headquarters, Buxton Mayabi to Mukaa, and Dubat Mohamed to Bodhai.
These changes are designed to strategically position experienced officers in areas where their expertise can significantly impact.
Other notable relocations include Tobias Okoth’s shift from Nairobi to North Horr, John Oroche to Turkana West, Walter Katonon to Isiolo, Ann Wafukho to Gem Wagai, David Lusava to Marakwet West, Robert Nzuki to Rangwe, Margret Mbugua to Gatundu North, John Birgen to Teso South, and Patrick Ngoru to Samburu in Kwale.
Additionally, Keneddy Changandu has been reassigned to Mt Elgon, James Kehoro to Athi River, Jeremiah Gicheru to Kasarani, Catherine Kanini to Makadara, Philip Koima to Nandi North, Christopher Sirma to Mathare, Eric Mulevu to Embakasi, and Mohamed Abass to Kibra.
The role of regional commissioners, county commissioners, and deputy county commissioners is critical as they preside over security meetings and address other national administration issues.
This recent restructuring follows the previous overhaul of the provincial administration, which was aligned to fit the new administrative framework established by the 2010 constitution.
In the revised structure, regional commissioners replaced the former provincial commissioners, and they now oversee and coordinate national government activities, including security, within their respective regions.
The National Administration, a department within the Ministry of Interior and Coordination of National Government, manages these roles.
This department comprises 12,575 personnel, including eight regional coordinators, 47 county commissioners, 289 deputy county commissioners, 831 assistant county commissioners, 3,256 chiefs, and 8,145 assistant chiefs.
The extensive reassignments are anticipated to inject new energy into the administration, fostering a more dynamic and responsive governance structure.
Dr. Omollo’s decisive action underscores the government’s commitment to strengthening administrative efficiency and improving public service delivery across the nation.
In summary, this major reshuffle of deputy county commissioners, directed by Dr. Omollo, marks a significant effort to optimize the national administration.
By strategically placing experienced officials in key positions, the government aims to ensure that the administration is better equipped to handle local and national challenges effectively.
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