EAC lifts recruitment moratorium, approves new hiring plan
The East African Community (EAC) has lifted a moratorium on recruitment and approved a phased hiring plan to address staffing gaps across its organs and institutions. The decision was reached during a dedicated meeting of the EAC Council of Ministers held in Mombasa, Kenya, from August 18 to 21, 2026, to deliberate on urgent staffing […]
The East African Community (EAC) has ended a recruitment pause and approved a step-by-step hiring strategy to tackle staffing shortages across its bodies and organizations. This decision occurred during a focused meeting of the EAC Council of Ministers in Mombasa, Kenya, from August 18 to 21, 2026. The EAC's leadership moved to address urgent staffing concerns facing the regional union.
According to a declaration following the meeting released on August 23, 2026, the Council successfully implemented several initiatives to bolster the strength and stability of EAC organizations. The Council officially "lifted the moratorium on recruitment", allowing the regional entity to start filling open roles. Additionally, the Council endorsed the use of online recruitment methods for vacant positions in the EAC, a change intended to streamline and enhance the hiring process, making it more accessible for qualified individuals from all member states to apply for available roles.
The EAC ministers also agreed on a phased recruitment plan set to commence in the fiscal year 2026/27. This structured approach aims to systematically address positions within the Community. Furthermore, the Council validated job descriptions for EAC bodies and institutions, which is expected to provide clear definitions of responsibilities and requirements for roles within the regional bloc.
A significant leadership appointment was announced by the Council: Ms Pascaline Balisanga Nyiramutuzo of Rwanda has been appointed as the Executive Director of the East African Community Civil Aviation Safety and Security Oversight Agency (CASSOA) for a three-year term. CASSOA plays a crucial role in facilitating coordinated civil aviation safety and security oversight across the East African region.
The EAC stated that the decisions made during the Mombasa gathering were aimed at enhancing institutional capacity and ensuring the continuity of its bodies and institutions' operations. The Council's resolutions are anticipated to outline a clear path for the EAC to meet its existing staffing needs while implementing a more organized and technology-focused recruitment process starting from the 2026/27 financial year.
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