Minimum Qualifications and Experience

A person shall be qualified for appointment as the Secretary to the Commission if the person:

• Is a citizen of Kenya;
• Holds a postgraduate degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Has at least five years of proven experience at the management level;
• Has experience in any of the following fields; ethics and governance, law, economics, social studies research; or corporate management; and
• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Duties and Terms of Service

• The Secretary shall serve on such terms and conditions as the Commission may determine.
• The Secretary shall hold office for a term of five years but may be eligible for re-appointment.
• The Secretary shall, in the performance of the functions and duties of the office, be responsible to the Commission.

The Secretary shall-

• Be the Chief Executive Officer of the Commission
• Be an accounting officer of the Commission

Be responsible for-

• Carrying into effect the decisions of the Commission;
• Day-to-day administration and management of the affairs of the Commission;
• Supervision of the staff of the Commission; and
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Commission.