Chairperson of the IEBC-1 Vacancy

Full-Time @Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) in Government & Civil
  • Nairobi, Kenya, Nairobi , 41842-01000 View on Map
  • Post Date : February 3, 2025
  • Salary: Ksh50,000.00 - Ksh400,000.00 / Monthly
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Job Detail

  • Job ID 10143
  • Offered Salary  1000
  • Career Level  Manager
  • Experience  6 Years
  • Gender  Both
  • Industry  Management & Administration
  • Qualifications  Degree Bachelor
  • Location  Nairobi

Job Description

 Chairperson of the IEBC (Ref. SP/IEBC/1/2025) – 1 Vacancy

As the Chairperson of the IEBC, you will provide leadership, strategic direction, and oversight to the Commission. This role is vital in ensuring the integrity and credibility of Kenya’s electoral process.

Eligibility Criteria

In accordance with Article 166(3) of the Constitution and Section 6(1) of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission Act, a candidate must meet the following qualifications:

  • Must be qualified to hold the office of Judge of the Supreme Court under the Constitution. Specifically, the candidate should have:
    • At least fifteen (15) years of experience as a judge of a superior court; or
    • At least fifteen (15) years of experience as a distinguished academic, judicial officer, legal practitioner, or in any other relevant legal field; or
    • A combination of the qualifications above amounting to at least fifteen (15) years of experience.
  • Must meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on Leadership and Integrity.

Disqualification Criteria-Chairperson of the IEBC

According to Article 88(2) of the Constitution, a person is not eligible for appointment as Chairperson of the IEBC if they:

  • Have, at any time in the preceding five (5) years, held office or stood for election as:
    • A Member of Parliament or a County Assembly.
    • A member of the governing body of a political party.
  • Hold any State office.

Application Process

To apply, interested candidates must submit the following documents:

  1. A detailed curriculum vitae (CV).
  2. Certified true copies of academic and professional certificates.
  3. A copy of the applicant’s National Identity Card or Passport.
  4. Testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.

Additionally, applicants must provide valid and current clearance certificates from the following bodies:

  • Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
  • Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
  • A recognized Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
  • The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
  • The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)

Note: As per Section 9(5) of the Employment Act (Cap.226), applicants for State office positions must provide compliance or clearance certificates as part of the recruitment process.

Submission of Applications

Candidates must send their applications to:

The Selection Panel for the Recruitment of Nominees for Appointment as the Chairperson and Members of the IEBC
P.O. Box 41842-00100, Nairobi

Applicants must clearly indicate the reference number of the position they are applying for:

  • Chairperson of the IEBC (Ref. SP/IEBC/1/2025)

Modes of Application Submission

  1. Hand Delivery: Applications may be hand-delivered in a sealed envelope between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to:
    • The Secretariat of the Selection Panel for the Recruitment of Nominees for Appointment as the Chairperson and Members of the IEBC, 3rd Floor, County House Building, Parliament Road, Nairobi.
  2. Online Submission: Applications may also be submitted as a PDF file attachment via email to:
    • iebcselectionpanel2025@parliament.go.ke

Deadline for Application Submission

All applications must be received on or before Saturday, 15 February 2025, at 5:00 p.m. (East African Time).


Important Notices

  • The names of all applicants and the interview schedule for shortlisted candidates will be published in print media, the Kenya Gazette, and on the Parliamentary Service Commission website (www.parliament.go.ke).
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

This is a significant opportunity to contribute to the democratic process in Kenya. If you have the qualifications, experience, and integrity required for these roles, we encourage you to apply and be part of the team that upholds electoral transparency and democracy in the country.

Chairperson,
The Selection Panel for the Recruitment of Nominees for Appointment as the Chairperson and Members of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).

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