The Cabinet Secretary for Public Service Geoffrey Ruku has officially inaugurated a new selection panel mandated to recruit two new Commissioners to the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
The newly formed selection panel is made up of Ambassador Isaac Njenga as chairman, Dr. Jane Kere Imbunya, the Principal Secretary for Public Service, alongside other members drawn from relevant governance and administrative backgrounds.
According to the Ministry of Public Service, the composition of the panel was deliberately designed to reflect competence, integrity, and institutional balance, ensuring that no single interest group can dominate or influence the outcome of the recruitment process.
CS Ruku emphasized that the government expects the panel to operate under strict ethical guidelines and maintain absolute transparency throughout the exercise.
He underscored that the credibility of the recruitment process will be closely watched by the public, stakeholders in the education sector, and development partners who have consistently advocated for reforms in Kenya’s governance systems.
“The integrity of this process is non-negotiable. We are demanding the highest standards of professionalism, fairness, and accountability from every member of the panel,” Ruku stated during the inauguration.
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For years, recruitment into key public institutions in Kenya has been criticized for being influenced by informal networks, favoritism, and in some cases, outright corruption. The Teachers Service Commission, being one of the largest public employers in the country, has not been immune to these allegations.
Stakeholders in the education sector have repeatedly raised concerns over perceived bias in appointments, promotions, and transfers of teachers and administrators. These issues have, in some instances, undermined morale within the profession and raised questions about fairness and meritocracy in public service.
The establishment of a structured, high-level selection panel is therefore being seen as a corrective measure aimed at restoring confidence in the system and ensuring that leadership at the TSC reflects competence and integrity rather than influence or connections.
By Hillary Muhalya
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