MCK boss among 13 shortlisted for Data Commissioner role
According to the Public Service Commission, 152 candidates applied for the position, which is the head of the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner.
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) CEO, David Omwoyo, is among 13 candidates shortlisted for the position of Data Protection Commissioner in Kenya. The Public Service Commission (PSC) initiated a search for a new commissioner after the term of the inaugural holder, Immaculate Kassait, is set to expire later this year. The ODPC oversees the regulation of personal data processing and enforces the Data Protection Act, which sets rules for the collection, processing, and protection of personal information.
The incoming commissioner will play a crucial role in protecting individuals' privacy and ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act.
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