Sammy Chepkwony is the Chairperson of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission. He is a strategic leader and consultant with more than 20 years of expertise in human resource management, operations, and corporate governance.
Chepkwony held prominent leadership roles across diverse sectors. He served as Regional Director for Human Resources (HR) at Aga Khan University, Group HR Director at Kenya Airways, and Director of HR at Tata Chemicals Magadi Ltd. His career began as a Senior Consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), where he provided HR advisory services to public and private sector clients across East Africa.
As a recognised organisational transformation leader, he has led multi-track HR projects that set strategic directions, policies, and frameworks for effective talent management and business process improvement.
He holds an MBA and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Nairobi, and has enhanced his leadership skills through programmes at Harvard Business School and other esteemed institutions. As a member of the Institute of Directors and a Fellow of the Institute of Human Resources Management of Kenya, he remains committed to driving excellence in HR and governance.
Dr. Gilda Odera
Vice Chairperson
Dr. Gilda Odera
Vice Chairperson
Dr. Gilda Odera is the Vice Chairperson of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, nominated by the Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE). She is the chairperson of the Corporate Image and Stakeholder Management Committee of SRC.
Dr. Odera is an accomplished leader with more than 30 years of experience in senior management, corporate governance, and policy development in the education, health, and ICT sectors. She has played a key role in shaping policies in Kenya’s health and education sectors.
She is the first elected female National President of FKE and a pioneer in Eastern Africa’s ICT industry. She co-founded one of the region’s first Internet service providers, expanded a startup into a major firm, and led advocacy efforts that secured World Bank funding for Kenya’s first fiber optic cable. She also played a key role in developing the country’s ICT policy and advancing Business Process Outsourcing.
Dr. Odera holds a PhD in Public Policy and Administration from Walden University, a Master of Arts Degree in Leading Innovation and Change from the University of York St. John, and a Sociology Degree from the University of Nairobi.
She has served on multiple boards, including the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), National Industrial Training Authority (NITA), Public Procurement Administrative Review Board, and the Universities Fund. She has received numerous awards for her contributions to ICT and entrepreneurship, including recognition as a top African ICT businesswoman.
Dr. Anne R. Gitau, PhD, EBS, MBS, CHRP
Commission Secretary/CEO
Dr. Anne R. Gitau, PhD, EBS, MBS, CHRP
Commission Secretary/CEO
Dr. Anne R. Gitau, who has served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission since 2015, brings nearly two decades of executive leadership experience spanning the public and private sectors.
She is a distinguished leader in public service reforms, particularly in remuneration management, and has collaborated extensively with both national and international partners to align Kenya's compensation frameworks with global best practices.
A certified Human Resources Practitioner in Kenya, Dr. Gitau is also a passionate mentor, guiding the next generation of professionals in the field of talent management.
Her contributions have earned her significant national recognition, including the Elder of the Burning Spear (EBS), awarded in 2023 by H.E. President William Samoei Ruto, and the Moran of the Burning Spear (MBS), awarded in 2017 by the 4th President, H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta.
Through her visionary leadership and collaborative approach, SRC has become a model for innovative, fair, and sustainable remuneration systems, contributing to Kenya’s position as a thought leader in public service reforms across the region and beyond.
Jane Gatakaa Njage, OGW
Commissioner
Jane Gatakaa Njage, OGW
Commissioner
Jane Gatakaa Njage is a Member of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, nominated by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). She is an educationist with more than 30 years of experience in institutional leadership and educational reform in Kenya.
Beginning her career as an assistant teacher and rising through the ranks as a deputy principal and high school principal, she has consistently demonstrated a passion for transforming educational environments.
Commissioner Njage served in TSC as County Director for Kiambu and Muranga counties, and Regional Director for Nairobi and Nyanza, where she successfully implemented innovative policies and improved operational efficiency.
She holds a Master of Education Degree from Egerton University and a Bachelor of Education Degree from Kenyatta University, providing her with a solid academic foundation. Her professional development is further enhanced by extensive training in leadership, ICT, mental health, psychosocial support, corporate control, and governance.
Recognised for her strategic vision and commitment to excellence, Commissioner Njage was awarded the Order of the Grand Warrior in December 2023 for her outstanding contribution to the education sector. Her visionary leadership continues to inspire educational transformation and foster sustainable growth across Kenya’s academic institutions for lasting impact.
Mohamed Aden Abdi, CHRP
Commissioner
Mohamed Aden Abdi, CHRP
Commissioner
Mohamed Aden Abdi is a Member of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, nominated by the Senate on behalf of county governments. He is a distinguished human resource (HR) professional with more than 13 years of experience in HR management and administration, primarily in the private sector.
He has held significant roles, including HR and Administration Manager at Soliton Telmec Limited, where he enhanced operational efficiency and employee engagement, earning multiple safety awards. As the Founder and Director of Rightways Consulting Ltd, he led transformative HR projects, developing policies and performance management systems for various organisations.
Commissioner Aden holds an MBA in HR Management (HRM) from the University of Nairobi, a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management (HR) from Moi University, and a Higher National Diploma in HRM. He is a Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP-K) and holds an International Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (NEBOSH, UK). He has completed various training programmes, including on strategic leadership and HR consultancy.
As an Independent Board Member of the Human Resource Management Professionals Examinations Board, he plays a key role in certifying HR professionals and advancing HR standards in Kenya. Commissioner Aden’s contributions have led to the successful certification of more than 2,000 HR professionals.
Mr. Leonid Ashindu
Commissioner
Mr. Leonid Ashindu
Commissioner
Leonid Ashindu is a Member of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, nominated by the Association of Professional Societies for East Africa (APSEA).
He has more than 17 years of experience as a Building Engineering Technologist, specialising in the following areas; construction engineering and technical education, developing expertise in business management, leadership, construction management, occupational health and safety, procurement, public management, administration, governance, monitoring and evaluation, work ethics, integrity, and labour laws.
Commissioner Ashindu’s academic background is robust, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Management and Leadership, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from The Management University of Africa. He also holds a Higher National Diploma in Construction from the Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology, along with diplomas in Technical Education and Building Construction.
He has served in key roles at the Teachers Service Commission, including as Principal Administrative Officer and Clerk of Works, and contributed his expertise to the County Government of Kakamega and the United Nations Office for Project Services. He holds leadership positions with the Institute of Clerks of Works of Kenya and APSEA, where he serves as First Vice Chairman.
His technical expertise combined with proven leadership, makes him a valuable asset in advancing public service standards in Kenya.
Ms. Elizabeth Wangui Muchiri, HSC
Commissioner
Ms. Elizabeth Wangui Muchiri, HSC
Commissioner
Wangui Muchiri is a Member of the Commission, nominated by the National Police Service Commission. She is a public affairs, governance and security communications expert with 25 years of global experience in government, NGOs, media, communications and public relations.
She served in the Office of the President’s Cabinet Affairs, the President’s Delivery Unit, and the Ministry of Interior and Coordination of National Government.
Wangui was instrumental in several campaigns, among them, the Huduma Number rollout, Kenya census, launch of police reforms, security elections communications, Choose Kenya, ONE Africa’s MDG, and Pope John Paul II visit.
Wangui chaired communication committees for police reforms and was a member of a committee investigating sexual and gender-based violence in the National Police Service and the Kenya Prisons Service.
She handled the communications strategy for the Global Entrepreneurship Summit and President Obama’s first State visit to Kenya. She received meritorious awards of Head of State's Commendation (HSC) and President Obama’s Seal of the President awards.
Wangui worked for the US Department of State in Pretoria, and awarded a Franklin Award. She helped initiate the ‘Free African Media’ portal, and received a merit award for supporting the then-Secretary Hillary Clinton 7-nation African tour.
Mr. Abdiwahab Abdullahi Abdi, MBS
Commissioner
Mr. Abdiwahab Abdullahi Abdi, MBS
Commissioner
Mr. Abdiwahab Abdullahi Abdi is a Member of the Commission, nominated by the Judicial Service Commission. He holds a Bachelor of Business Management Human Resource Management Option from Moi University. He is currently finalising a Master of Arts Degree in Sociology, Egerton University.
Mr. Abdi has more than 14 years of experience in strategy development, HR management, project management and planning. He worked with County Land Management Board under the tutelage of the National Land Commission. He also consulted for the International Centre for Participatory Health and Environmental Research (ICPHER).
He is a certified Strategic Management Analyst accredited by the Global Academy of Finance and Management, in Colorado, USA. He holds a Certificate in Strategic Leadership and Management from the University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign, USA, as well as a Certificate on Transparency, Accountability and Ethics in Public Institutions issued by the United Nations.
Mr. Abdi also attended a training programme on negotiations skills for effective collective bargaining and formalisation of informal economy, held at the International Training Centre in Turin, Italy.
He merited Board Directorship of Kenya Veterinary Board where he served two Board Sub-Committees, namely; Finance and Administration and Communication, Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement.
In addition, Mr. Abdi is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM-USA), IHRM-Kenya, and Kenya Institute Management.
Hon. Isaac Kipkemboi Melly, MBS
Commissioner
Hon. Isaac Kipkemboi Melly, MBS
Commissioner
Hon. Melly is a Member of the Commission, nominated by the Parliamentary Service Commission. He served as a Senator, Uasin Gishu County, from 2013–2017, and a Member of the Senate Standing Committee on ICT, Agriculture, Land and Natural Resources.
He contributed to the development of the National Land Policy, and advised the national government on land registration, and other land issues. He has experience in benchmark salary reviews, job evaluation and analysis, training and capacity development, restructuring and organisational design.
Hon. Melly managed university activities as Associate Dean of Students at Mt. Kenya University (Eldoret Campus from 2008-2013). He was the first chairman of the university’s student association, and Patron of Uasin Gishu County Academic Outreach Foundation. He also worked at CPF Financial Services.
He holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration in Strategic Management, a Bachelor of Business Management (HRM), Higher National Diploma in HRM, Diploma in Business Management, Advanced Certificate in HR, and Certificate in Business Management. He is a PhD candidate in Leadership and Governance.
Hon. Melly is a member of IHRM, and member of the alumni associations of Mt. Kenya University and Kenya Institute of Management.
Geoffrey Apollo Omondi
Commissioner
Geoffrey Apollo Omondi
Commissioner
Geoffrey Apollo Omondi is a Member of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, nominated by the Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Kenya. He is the chairperson of the Legal and Policy Framework Committee (LPC) of SRC, a Member of the Wage Bill Management (WBC) and Corporate Services Committees (CSC).
As a seasoned labour relations expert with more than 35 years of experience in labour administration and policy development, he has served as Commissioner for Labour in the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection in Kenya and Chief Executive of Jeffmonds Management and Training Consultancy Services.
He was also the Principal Counsellor in Labour matters and Liaison Officer at Kenya’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations (UN) in Geneva Switzerland (2005–2009), where he represented Kenya at the International Labour Organization (ILO) and UN, and served as Coordinator for the African Group of the ILO, and contributed to labour law reforms in Kenya. He participated in ILO’s Centenary conference, voting for the Convention on the Elimination of Violence at the Workplace in 2019. He was a Member of the ILO’s Committee on Freedom of Association and the Standards Review Mechanism.
Domestically, Mr. Omondi worked with key stakeholders such as the Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) and Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU). He has lectured at multiple universities and was the Chief Examiner in the Employee Relations Course at the Kenya National Examination Council.
A PhD research student at the University of Nairobi, he holds a Master’s Degree in Labour and Development Studies from the International Institute of Social Studies (IISS) The Hague in the Netherlands and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science and Sociology from the University of Nairobi. As a certified Mediator and Conciliator, he has consulted for prominent institutions including the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Swedish Workplace Programme (SWP) and is a Court-Annexed Mediator at the High Court of Kenya.
Major General (Rtd) Martin Kizito Onyango Ong’oyi, CBS, ndc, psc(K)
Commissioner
Major General (Rtd) Martin Kizito Onyango Ong’oyi, CBS, ndc, psc(K)
Commissioner
Major General (Rtd) Martin Kizito Onyango Ong’oyi is a Member of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, nominated by the Defence Council. He is the chairperson of the Corporate Services Committee of SRC.
With more than 39 years of exemplary service in national security, strategic management, and leadership, he has amassed proven track record in mission command and human resource management and significantly contributed to Kenya’s defence and public service sectors.
As a Managing Director of the Kenya Ordinance Factory Cooperation, he drove business development, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. His tenure as Commandant at the Joint Command and Staff College showcased his leadership in producing mission-ready officers, while as Chief of Personnel at Defence Headquarters he formulated critical personnel and administration policies.
Additionally, his role on the Defence Forces Job Evaluation Team ensured pay structures and career progression for military personnel. He also chaired the Kenya Defence Forces Pay and Allowances Review in 2015, aligning remuneration and service conditions with national standards.
Commissioner Kizito’s extensive military career included advanced professional training locally and internationally, including courses in the UK, Italy, and Canada. He holds a Master of Arts Degree in Political Science and Public Administration, a Bachelor of Arts Degree, and a Diploma in International Studies from the University of Nairobi.
Hon. FCPA John Mbadi Ng'ongo, EGH
Commissioner
Hon. FCPA John Mbadi Ng'ongo, EGH
Commissioner
Hon. John Mbadi is the Cabinet Secretary (CS) for The National Treasury and Economic Planning. Before his appointment, Hon. Mbadi had an extensive career in public service, most recently serving as a nominated Member of Parliament (MP) and the Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee in the National Assembly.
The CS has a rich history in legislative leadership, having served as the elected MP for Suba South Constituency, Suba Constituency, and Gwassi Constituency. His experience extends to roles such as Assistant Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister and Leader of Minority in the National Assembly. Throughout his parliamentary tenure, he was a member of numerous key committees, including the House Business Committee, Liaison Committee, Budget and Appropriations Committee, Selection Committee, Appointments Committee, Public Accounts Committee, Public Investments Committee, Constitutional Implementation Committee, the Ad Hoc Committee on the Cost of Living, and the Defence and Foreign Relations Committee. Notably, he was also a member of the Legislative Taskforce responsible for drafting the Public Finance Management Act of 2012.
In addition to his political and legislative accomplishments, the CS is a seasoned finance professional with 28 years of experience. He has held the position of Accountant at the University of Nairobi and served as the Chair of Medair East Africa. Hon. Mbadi holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a specialization in Accounting from the University of Nairobi and is a registered member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK). His professional affiliations extend to the Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK), the Institute of Quantity Surveyors of Kenya, and the Chartered Institute of Arbitration.
Hon. Mbadi’s contributions have been recognized with honours such as the Chief of the Order of the Burning Spear (CBS) and Elder of the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya (EGH). His skills span planning, budgeting, financial analysis, accounting, economics, and community development, complemented by strong leadership, effective communication, and interpersonal skills. His areas of interest include politics, reading, and soccer.
The alternate member is Mr. Francis Anyona, MBS.
Hon. Justin Bedan Njoka Muturi, EGH
Commissioner
Hon. Justin Bedan Njoka Muturi, EGH
Commissioner
Hon. Justin Muturi holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Law. He was admitted as an advocate of the High Court of Kenya in 1982. He served as President of the Africa Parliamentarians’ Network Against Corruption in Ghana (APNAC) (2018-2021); Member of the Expert Committee on Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Status Representing Africa Region (2017-2022).
He was President of CPA-Africa Region (2014–2016); Member for East Africa to the Conference of the Speakers and Presiding Officers of Commonwealth Parliaments (2014-2016); Chairperson of the East Africa Community Bureau of Speakers (2014-2015); Chairperson of House Business Committee; and Select Committee on Appointments and Committee on Powers and Privileges (2013-2022). He also served as a member of various Kenya parliamentary committees.
Hon. Muturi initiated reforms for the management of political parties and was key to the constitutional review process leading to the adoption of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
He served in the Judiciary for 15 years before retiring as Principal Magistrate. He also served as the Chairperson of the Kenya Judges and Magistrates Association and President of the Board of APNAC.
The alternate member is Dr. Jacob Mbijiwe
Attorney General - Dorcas Agik Oduor
Commissioner
Attorney General - Dorcas Agik Oduor
Commissioner
The alternate member is Mr. Emmanuel Omondi Bitta, MBS.
Mrs. Lyn Cherop Mengich, EBS
Chairperson
Mrs. Lyn Cherop Mengich, EBS
Chairperson
Mrs. Mengich is the Chairperson of the Commission. She is a human resources (HR) professional and business leader, with more than 25 years cross-industry experience, holding strategic leadership and board positions in Kenya, the East African region and Africa. Her experience spans public traded and private service organisations.
Highlights of her experience include, Talent and Change Manager for Shell Oil Products Africa, Regional HR Manager for 11 countries in the East African region, HR Director for Barclays Bank, HR Director for Kenya Commercial Bank, HR Director for Smith Kline Beecham-East Africa, and CEO Nuevo Consulting. She has also held board positions at Jamii Bora Bank, National Social Security Fund and Sovereign Group.
Mrs. Mengich is a Fellow of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) – Kenya and holds a Master of Science in Human Resource Management, Executive Development Programme from Cornel University, Advanced Management Programme from Strathmore Business School and IESE Business School in Spain.
She has acquired extensive knowledge in leadership, governance, management and HR management from different development programmes in and outside the country.
Dr. Amani Yuda Komora, PhD, MBS, CHRP
Vice Chairperson
Dr. Amani Yuda Komora, PhD, MBS, CHRP
Vice Chairperson
Dr. Komora is the Vice Chairperson of the Commission, nominated by the Federation of Kenyan Employers. He chairs SRC’s Job Evaluation and Salary Structures Committee. He was previously the General Manager of HR and Administration at the Kenya Ports Authority, having risen from the position of Head of HR.
Dr. Komora has also worked at the Kenya Revenue Authority, where he rose from Graduate Trainee to Assistant Commissioner Human Resources. His notable achievements include, playing a key role in managing the transition from the Anti-Corruption Police Unit to the Kenya Anti-Corruption Commission and midwifed the transition to the now Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission. He was also a Member of the National General Wages Council of the Minister for Labour, Social Security and Services under the Labour Relations Act, 2007.
He holds a PhD in HRM, Master of Science in HRM, a Bachelor of Arts Degree (Anthropology/Sociology), and a Higher Diploma from the former Institute of Personnel Management. Dr. Komora served in the Governing Council of IHRM and Chairman of the College of Human Resource Management.
Nelly Peris Ashubwe, MBS
Commissioner
Nelly Peris Ashubwe, MBS
Commissioner
Commissioner Ashubwe is a Member of the Commission, nominated by the Central Organization of Trade Unions. She chairs the Legal and Policy Framework Committee of the Commission. She is an advocate of the High Court of Kenya, and formerly a Managing Partner at Eshiwani Ashubwe and Company Advocates LLP, where she represented clients in employment and labour related matters.
She trained as a pupil at J.A. Guserwa and Company Advocates, where she later became an Associate. She is passionate about the rights of children and has co-authored a book with the Kenya Literature Bureau titled, ‘Child Rights and Child Protection (ECDE Diploma)’. Through her law firm, she trained lawyers who have undertaken their pupillage under her tutelage and guidance.
Commissioner Ashubwe holds a Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law, a Law Degree from UoN, and a Bachelor of Education Degree from Kenyatta University. She is a mother, mentor, educationist and philanthropist, among many things. A gourmet in her own right, her world takes a different trajectory when she engages in culinary explorations.
FCPA. Sophie Moturi, MBS
Commissioner
FCPA. Sophie Moturi, MBS
Commissioner
FCPA. Moturi is a Member of the Commission, nominated by the Association of Professional Societies in East Africa (APSEA). She chairs SRC’s Corporate Services Committee. She is a Certified Public Accountant and a Fellow of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya.
FCPA. Moturi is a member of ICPAK’s Public Policy and Governance Committee and Chairman of Life in Abundance International which has presence in USA, Europe, Africa and the Caribbean.
She was a board member of the Public Sector Accounting Standards Board, Kenya, a Governing Council Member of the International Leadership University, Trustee of the Kenya Professionals Development Fund of APSEA and Trustee in Micro Enterprises Support Programme Trust.
Mr. John Kennedy Monyoncho, MBS, MCiArb
Commissioner
Mr. John Kennedy Monyoncho, MBS, MCiArb
Commissioner
Mr. Monyoncho is a Member of the Commission, nominated by the Defence Council. He chairs SRC’s Wage Bill Management Committee. He is a seasoned professional Economist/Statistician with more than 20 years of experience in senior management in both the public and private sector. He previously worked with SRC as Director of Research, Compliance, Policy and Planning.
He held several key positions in different institutions. These included, Technical Manager at the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics; Logistics and Administration and Research Manager at the Kenya Integrated Household Budget Survey Programme; Administration Officer at the Nairobi Securities Exchange; and Technical Assistant to the Economic Secretary with the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning.
Mr. Monyoncho holds a Master of Business Administration in Finance, a Bachelor of Philosophy Degree in Economics from UoN, and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Statistics from Poona University, India. He is currently pursuing a PhD at UoN.
Dr. Leah Mumbua Munyao, PhD, MBS, IMI Certified
Commissioner
Dr. Leah Mumbua Munyao, PhD, MBS, IMI Certified
Commissioner
Dr. Mumbua is a Member of the Commission, nominated by the Teachers Service Commission. Dr. Mumbua is an IMI Qualified Mediator. She is also certified as a mediator by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, and accredited by the Kenya Judiciary.
She is the immediate former pioneer Director of Academic Affairs (DAA) at KSG, where she led teams to develop capacity building programmes for the national and county governments, and State corporations. She strengthened the consultancy, research and advisory mandate of KSG by developing policies and procedure manuals for internal faculty capacity.
Dr. Mumbua has more than 30 years of experience in education management and planning, corporate governance, strategic leadership and programme development. As the pioneer Director of the Kenya Institute of Management, she spearheaded the establishment of the Management University of Africa.
Dr. Mumbua holds a Bachelor of Education – Arts (Kenyatta University), Master’s Degree in Education Administration and Planning, UoN, Master’s Degree in Business Administration (ESAMI Business School) and Doctor of Philosophy - Education Administration and Planning (Catholic University of Eastern Africa), with a focus on quality assurance management. She holds a Certificate in Global Diplomacy (Diplomacy in the Modern World) from University of London.
Ms Margaret Sawe
Commissioner
Ms Margaret Sawe
Commissioner
Ms. Sawe is a Member of the Commission, nominated by the Senate on behalf of county governments. She has vast experience in the field of HR, having worked in various organisations.
These organisations include, the County Government of Uasin Gishu as County Executive Committee Member (2013–2017), Sian Agriflora
Hon. Isaac Kipkemboi Melly, MBS
Commissioner
Hon. Isaac Kipkemboi Melly, MBS
Commissioner
Hon. Melly is a Member of the Commission, nominated by the Parliamentary Service Commission. He served as a Senator, Uasin Gishu County, from 2013–2017, and a Member of the Senate Standing Committee on ICT, Agriculture, Land and Natural Resources.
He contributed to the development of the National Land Policy, and advised the national government on land registration, and other land issues. He has experience in benchmark salary reviews, job evaluation and analysis, training and capacity development, restructuring and organisational design.
Hon. Melly managed university activities as Associate Dean of Students at Mt. Kenya University (Eldoret Campus from 2008-2013). He was the first chairman of the university’s student association, and Patron of Uasin Gishu County Academic Outreach Foundation. He also worked at CPF Financial Services.
He holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration in Strategic Management, a Bachelor of Business Management (HRM), Higher National Diploma in HRM, Diploma in Business Management, Advanced Certificate in HR, and Certificate in Business Management. He is a PhD candidate in Leadership and Governance.
Hon. Melly is a member of IHRM, and member of the alumni associations of Mt. Kenya University and Kenya Institute of Management.
Mr. Abdiwahab Abdullahi Abdi, MBS
Commissioner
Mr. Abdiwahab Abdullahi Abdi, MBS
Commissioner
Mr. Abdiwahab Abdullahi Abdi is a Member of the Commission, nominated by the Judicial Service Commission. He holds a Bachelor of Business Management Human Resource Management Option from Moi University. He is currently finalising a Master of Arts Degree in Sociology, Egerton University.
Mr. Abdi has more than 14 years of experience in strategy development, HR management, project management and planning. He worked with County Land Management Board under the tutelage of the National Land Commission. He also consulted for the International Centre for Participatory Health and Environmental Research (ICPHER).
He is a certified Strategic Management Analyst accredited by the Global Academy of Finance and Management, in Colorado, USA. He holds a Certificate in Strategic Leadership and Management from the University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign, USA, as well as a Certificate on Transparency, Accountability and Ethics in Public Institutions issued by the United Nations.
Mr. Abdi also attended a training programme on negotiations skills for effective collective bargaining and formalisation of informal economy, held at the International Training Centre in Turin, Italy.
He merited Board Directorship of Kenya Veterinary Board where he served two Board Sub-Committees, namely; Finance and Administration and Communication, Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement.
In addition, Mr. Abdi is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM-USA), IHRM-Kenya, and Kenya Institute Management.
Ms. Elizabeth Wangui Muchiri, HSC
Commissioner
Ms. Elizabeth Wangui Muchiri, HSC
Commissioner
Wangui Muchiri is a Member of the Commission, nominated by the National Police Service Commission. She is a public affairs, governance and security communications expert with 25 years of global experience in government, NGOs, media, communications and public relations.
She served in the Office of the President’s Cabinet Affairs, the President’s Delivery Unit, and the Ministry of Interior and Coordination of National Government.
Wangui was instrumental in several campaigns, among them, the Huduma Number rollout, Kenya census, launch of police reforms, security elections communications, Choose Kenya, ONE Africa’s MDG, and Pope John Paul II visit.
Wangui chaired communication committees for police reforms and was a member of a committee investigating sexual and gender-based violence in the National Police Service and the Kenya Prisons Service.
She handled the communications strategy for the Global Entrepreneurship Summit and President Obama’s first State visit to Kenya. She received meritorious awards of Head of State's Commendation (HSC) and President Obama’s Seal of the President awards.
Wangui worked for the US Department of State in Pretoria, and awarded a Franklin Award. She helped initiate the ‘Free African Media’ portal, and received a merit award for supporting the then-Secretary Hillary Clinton 7-nation African tour.
Hon. Dalmas Otieno, EGH
Vice Chairperson
Hon. Dalmas Otieno, EGH
Vice Chairperson
Hon. Otieno was a Member of the Commission, nominated by the Public Service Commission. He was first elected as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Rongo in 1988, and retained the seat until 2017. He served as Minister for Industrialisation from 1988 to 1991, Minister for Manpower, Planning and Employment (1991), Minister for Transport and Communication (1991-1996), and Minister for Public Service from 2008 to 2013.
Hon. Otieno served as Chairman of the African Ministers of Transport and Communications (1994-1996), and Chairman of the Establishment Committee of the Regional African Satellite Communication Organisation (1994). He also served in various boards and parliamentary committees.
He is credited with the transformation of the Kenya Institute of Administration into the Kenya School of Government (KSG). He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree (Applied Economics) from Makerere University, Uganda.
He has also undertaken post graduate (PG) courses in economics, insurance and finance at the University of Nairobi. Hon. Otieno has the following professional qualifications: Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute, London; Fellow of the Chartered Insurance Institute by Examination; and Chartered Insurance Practitioner.
Mr. James Muhoro, OGW
Commissioner
Mr. James Muhoro, OGW
Commissioner
Mr. Muhoro was a Member of the Commission from 2 October 2013 to 1 October 2019, nominated by the National Police Service Commission. He holds a BA Degree in Literature in English, Political Science, and Philosophy from UoN, Kenya. He joined the civil service (Provincial Administration) in 1978, rising to the position of District Commissioner.
Mr. Muhoro transferred to the central government in 1991 as Senior Assistant Secretary and rose to the position of Senior Deputy Secretary. In his wide career, he served as Ag. Director Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute, Mombasa, from 1999 to 2000.
He helped in setting up the Interim Independent Boundaries Commission from 2009 to 2010, as the Chief Executive Officer, and also the National Police Service Commission from 2012 to 2013. He has had extensive training and experience in public administration and management from various public institutions within and outside the country.
Hon. Amina A. Abdalla, CBS
Commissioner
Hon. Amina A. Abdalla, CBS
Commissioner
Hon. Amina Abdalla was a Member of the Commission from 4 May 2020 to 7 July 2022, nominated by the Parliamentary Service Commission. She holds an MA Degree in International Development from Cornell University, USA. She served for three consecutive terms as a nominated MP for the period 2003-2017.
Hon. Abdalla was a member of the Parliamentary Select Committee on the constitution that midwifed the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, and the inaugural Committee on the Implementation of the Constitution.
In the 10th and 11th Parliaments, she served as the chairperson of various committees. She has two Acts of Parliament to her credit, namely, the Statutory Instrument Act, 2013, and the National Authority on the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse Act, 2013. Hon. Abdalla served as a member of presidential tribunals investigating the conduct of a Supreme Court Judge and a High Court Judge.
The water sector stakeholders recognised her as a water sector Ambassador for her leadership in the enactment of the Water Act 2016. She was also recognised as the first National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse heroine for her fight against drug abuse.
Prof. Njuguna Ndung’u, CBS
Commissioner
Prof. Njuguna Ndung’u, CBS
Commissioner
Prof. Njuguna Ndung’u is the Cabinet Secretary, National Treasury and Economic Planning, having been appointed by President William Samoei Ruto. Prof. Ndung’u served as the Executive Director of the African Economic Research Consortium (AERC).
He is an Associate Professor of Economics at UoN, and the immediate former Governor of the Central Bank of Kenya. Prof. Ndung’u has been a member of the Global Advisory Council of the World Economic Forum; Visiting Fellow of Practice at Blavatnik School of Government, Oxford University; Director of Training at AERC; Programme Specialist at IDRC; and Team Leader in Macro-modelling at the Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis.
He is a member of Brookings Africa Growth Initiative, a member of the Advisory Committee of the Alliance for Financial Inclusive which coordinates financial inclusion policies in Africa, Asia and Latin America, and Senior Advisor for the UNCDF-based Better Than Cash Alliance.
He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. The alternate member is Mr. Francis Anyona, MBS.
The alternate member was Mr. Francis Anyona, MBS.
Hon. Moses K. Kuria, HSC
Commissioner
Hon. Moses K. Kuria, HSC
Commissioner
Hon. Moses Kuria is the Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Public Service, Performance and Delivery Management. In September 2022, he was appointed Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry.
Hon. Kuria is a seasoned public servant with 30 years of experience contributing to the social, political, and economic space in Kenya. He has a long entrepreneurial career in manufacturing, banking and investment both in Kenya and internationally.
In 2014, Hon. Kuria was elected Member of Parliament for Gatundu South and re-elected in 2017. During his tenure, he served as a member of various committees including; Budget and Appropriations; Vice Chair, Transport, Infrastructure, Public Works and Housing; ICT and Energy; and member of the 14-member Bicameral and Bipartisan Committee on Electoral Reforms.
Hon. Kuria has produced opinion articles in the national and international newspapers. In 2017, he published a book – a collection of public interest articles spanning 25 years. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce - Business Administration Degree from the University of Nairobi.
The alternate member was Dr. Jacob Mbijiwe
The Attorney General – Hon. Justin Bedan Njoka Muturi, EGH
Commissioner
The Attorney General – Hon. Justin Bedan Njoka Muturi, EGH
Commissioner
Hon. Justin Muturi holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Law. He was admitted as an advocate of the High Court of Kenya in 1982. He served as President of the Africa Parliamentarians’ Network Against Corruption in Ghana (APNAC) (2018-2021); Member of the Expert Committee on Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Status Representing Africa Region (2017-2022).
He was President of CPA-Africa Region (2014–2016); Member for East Africa to the Conference of the Speakers and Presiding Officers of Commonwealth Parliaments (2014-2016); Chairperson of the East Africa Community Bureau of Speakers (2014-2015); Chairperson of House Business Committee; and Select Committee on Appointments and Committee on Powers and Privileges (2013-2022). He also served as a member of various Kenya parliamentary committees.
Hon. Muturi initiated reforms for the management of political parties and was key to the constitutional review process leading to the adoption of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. He served in the Judiciary for 15 years before retiring as Principal Magistrate.
He also served as the Chairperson of the Kenya Judges and Magistrates Association and President of the Board of APNAC. The alternate member is Mr. Emmanuel Omondi Bitta, MBS.
