The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has shortlisted nine candidates for the position of Commission Secretary / Chief Executive Officer (CS/CEO), a key administrative role ahead of the 2027 General Election.
The vacancy was advertised on 28 July 2026.
Applications closed on 11 August 2026.
A total of 304 valid applications were received.
The shortlist was released on 28 October 2026.
Shortlisted Candidates
Anthony Omerikwa (Busia County) – Current NACADA CEO
Halakhe Waqo (Marsabit County) – Former EACC Secretary/CEO
Harley Mutisya (Makueni County)
Edmund Odiwuor Malitt (Homa Bay County)
Andrew Gitau Kimani (Nairobi County)
Mohamed Abdullahi Abdi (Wajir County)
Edward Katama Ngeywa (Trans Nzoia County) – Person with disability
Martina Wato Yattani (Marsabit County)
Nelly Ilongo (Taita Taveta County)
The shortlist considered gender, regional balance, and inclusion of persons with disabilities. The candidates come from eight counties.
Interviews are scheduled for 12 and 13 November 2026. Five candidates will appear on the first day and four on the second. Each will be informed individually of the venue.
The position became vacant following the resignation of former CEO Marjan Hussein Marjan earlier in 2026. The new CEO will play a central role in the administrative and operational preparations for the August 2027 General Election.
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