{
  "id": 18014315,
  "title": "Ministry of Interior gets PSC nod to recruit more assistant county commissioners",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/ministry-of-interior-gets-psc-nod-to-recruit-more-assistant-county",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-03T20:18:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "People Daily Kenya",
    "slug": "people-daily-kenya",
    "url": "https://peopledaily.digital/news/ministry-of-interior-gets-psc-nod-to-recruit-more-assistant-county-commissioners"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ministry of Interior has received approval from the Public Service Commission (PSC) to hire more assistant county commissioners, with the aim of enhancing grassroots administration and expanding access to public services. Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo announced that the Ministry will soon publish job vacancies for these positions, encouraging qualified chiefs and assistant chiefs to apply. The recruitment effort will aid the operationalization of recently established administrative units spread throughout the country, which the government claims will decrease the distance residents must travel to reach government services. Speaking on November 3, 2026, during the inauguration of Kikumbulyu Division in Kibwezi, Makueni County, Omollo emphasized the need to attract qualified Kenyans, including those currently engaged in community service, to fill these roles and improve government service accessibility. The newly established Kikumbulyu Division comprises 127 villages governed by national government village elders in four sub-locations: Ngulu, Kathyaka, Ngandani, and Ndetani. This expansion is expected to bolster coordination of government programs, community engagement, and information dissemination at the grassroots level. The move addresses geographical challenges that have hindered certain communities from accessing government assistance. Omollo urged administrators to proactively identify community issues, escalate necessary interventions, and ensure government policies reach intended beneficiaries. He called for stronger supervision, mentorship, and performance management, warning that administrative expansion must be accompanied by greater accountability. The PS also detailed measures to enhance the welfare and working conditions of chiefs and assistant chiefs, including training, increased funding, uniform distribution, and the promotion of delayed cases. Village elders will receive a monthly stipend of Ksh3,000, starting in July, and smartphones to enhance communication and coordination, as announced by President William Ruto in August. The government plans to provide medical insurance for village elders and their families through the Social Health Authority (SHA). Chiefs and assistant chiefs are pivotal in maintaining peace, resolving disputes, and connecting communities with government institutions. Omollo highlighted their role in mediating family and community conflicts before escalation and referred cases needing police intervention to security agencies. He praised their efforts in supporting the Ministry of Education in ensuring a safe environment for national examinations, urging them to maintain this commitment during school holidays and in preparation for the January reopening. Additionally, Omollo recognized their contribution to farmer registration, emphasizing the importance of accurate community data for delivering agricultural support and other government programs. He urged administrators to remain impartial and professional, ensuring fair treatment and access to government services for all residents, regardless of their location or circumstances.",
  "summary": "The government is preparing to recruit additional assistant county commissioners following clearance from the Public Service Commission (PSC), in a move aimed at strengthening grassroots administration and improving access to public services. Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo said the Ministry of Interior and National Administration would soon advertise the vacancies, urging qualified…",
  "key_points": [
    "Ministry of Interior receives PSC approval to hire more assistant county commissioners.",
    "Recruitment aims to enhance grassroots administration and public service access.",
    "Kikumbulyu Division in Kibwezi inaugurated to showcase expansion benefits."
  ],
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}