The outgoing Teachers Service Commission (TSC) CEO Dr. Nancy Macharia has officially declined her nomination to serve as Chairperson of the Murang’a County Public Service Board.
Dr. Macharia’s nomination came soon after her term at the TSC was scheduled to end on June 30, 2025. The respected public servant was recently nominated by the county executive, with hopes that her appointment would lead a new era of transparency, integrity, and merit-based recruitment within the county’s public service.
In an official letter dated June 25, 2025 addressed to Governor Irungu Kang’ata, Dr. Macharia expressed her gratitude for the nomination but turned down the offer, citing a new opportunity that she believes would hinder her ability to serve effectively.
“I hereby thank you for nominating me for the chair of county Public Service Board, Murang’a. However, I decline the post because I have received another offer from an International body, which in my opinion, will affect my performance as the chair of the said Board,” reads part of the letter.
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The letter also revealed a mismatch in expectations regarding the nature of the job.
“I have also realized the position is a full-time job whereas I would have preferred a part-time engagement,” Dr. Macharia added, indicating her preference for a more flexible role due to her new commitments.
The county government had high hopes for her leadership, with a public statement highlighting that “Dr. Nancy Macharia brings a reputation for integrity and transparency, key attributes necessary to restore public confidence in county recruitment processes.” Her selection was hailed as a strategic step to clean up a system previously criticized for nepotism, bribery, and discrimination.
While her decision is seen as a loss by many within the Murang’a administration, her reasons appear grounded in professionalism and a desire to maintain the highest standards in both roles.
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“We wish her well,” the county statement read, “but we feel the county has lost a servant of great experience and dedication.”
Despite the disappointment, the county executive now faces the task of identifying a new candidate who can match the expectations and reformative spirit initially envisioned in Macharia’s nomination.
The board is currently composed of Stephen Macharia, Rebecca Kamande, and Agnes Kiware, with five new nominees pending vetting by the County Assembly.
By Cornelius Korir
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