Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Faith Odhiambo has encouraged Kenyans to apply for the top Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) jobs that have been advertised by the commission’s selection panel.
Taking to her official X account on Saturday, February 1, 2025, Odhiambo stated Kenyans let themselves down when they are not part of the change they want, challenging them to ensure that the IEBC selection panel lacks an excuse of not having good applicants.
“It takes courage to apply and seek to serve the country. We let ourselves down when we aren’t part of the change we want! The selection panel should not have an excuse of not having good applicants. The notice is out; to those who qualify, send in your applications,” Odhiambo stated.
It’s takes courage to apply & seek to serve the country. We let ourselves down when we aren’t part of the change we want!
The selection panel should not have an excuse of not having good applicants. The notice is out; to those who qualify, send in your applications. pic.twitter.com/Rj40JUdhe2— Faith Odhiambo (@FaithOdhiambo8) February 1, 2025
IEBC jobs advertised
The Selection Panel for the IEBC Chairperson and Commissioners has officially invited Kenyans to submit their applications.
In a public notice issued on Saturday, February 1, 2025, interested candidates were urged to apply for the positions by February 15.
According to the law, the panel has 90 days from the date of its swearing-in to complete the recruitment process and submit the names of qualified individuals to the President.
“The selection panel for the recruitment of nominees for appointment as the Chairperson and Commissioners of the IEBC invites applications from qualified persons who meet the requirements of the Constitution and the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Act,” part of the notice reads.
The panel is seeking to recruit the IEBC chairperson and six commissioners to revive key functions that have stalled due to the commission’s absence.
To qualify for the IEBC Chairperson position, a candidate must have at least 15 years of experience as a superior court judge or have at least 15 years of experience as a distinguished academic, judicial officer, legal practitioner, or in other legally relevant fields.
One must meet the leadership and integrity requirements outlined in Chapter Six of the Constitution.
To qualify as an IEBC commissioner, a candidate must hold a degree from a recognized university.
One must also have proven knowledge and at least 10 years of experience in electoral matters, management, finance, governance, public administration, law, ICT, or accounting.
Applicants must meet the integrity requirements under Chapter Six of the Constitution.
IEBC jobs application process
All applications must be submitted with certified academic certificates, a curriculum vitae (CV), a national ID or passport, and other relevant testimonials.
Applicants must have clearance certificates from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), Credit Reference Bureau (CRB), Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), and Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
Eligible candidates can submit their applications through a physical application to the Selection Panel Chairperson’s office, located on the 3rd Floor of the County House Building, Parliament Road, or send a PDF attachment via email to [email protected].
