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PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
EMBU COUNTY
Annual ReportFor The Period Ended 31st December 2015
Contact Address:
P.O BOX 2871 - 60100, EMBU
Tel: [phone]

CONTENTS
LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
FORWARD
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.0: INTRODUCTION
1.1: MANADATE OF THE BOARD 7
1.2: COMPOSITION OF THE BOARD 10
1.3: REPORTING REQUIREMENTS OF THE BOARD 10
1.4: MISSION AND VISION OF THE BOARD 11
1.5: VALUES AND PRINCIPLES 11
2.0: ACHEVEMENTS
2.1: VALUES AND PRINCIPLES COMPLIANCE 12
2.2: ADMINISTRATION OF THE BOARD 13
2.3:COMMITTEE ON TRAINING, HRM,HR POLICES AND AUDIT
2.3.1 WORKSHOP AT ISAAC WALTON ON JOB EVALUATION BY THE
SALARIES AND REMUNERATIONS COMMISSION 14
2.3.2 TRAINING FOR BOARD MEMBERS AND SECRETARIAT ON HUMAN
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND POLICY DEVELOPMENT 15
2.3.3. CAPACITY BUILDING OF BOARD’S SECRETARIAT 16
2.3.4 WORKSHOP AT ZANZIBAR FOR BOARD MEMBERS AND SECRETARY
ON HIGH PERFORMANCE PROGRAMME 17
2.3.5 CONFERENCE FOR SECRETARIES 20
2.3.6 OFFICE MANAGEMENT COURSE FOR THE RECORD MANAGEMENT
OFFICERS 21
2.3.7 CAPACITY BUILDING FOR BOARD MEMBERS ON CORPORATE
GOVERNANCE 22
2.3.8 OTHER WORKSHOPS ATTENDED BY BOARD MEMBERS
2.3.8.1 SRC CAPACITY BUILDING WORKSHOP HELD IN NAKURU 23
2.3.8.2 EACC WORKSHOP HELD IN NAIROBI 24
2.3.8.3 MINISTRY OF WATER WORKSHOP 25
2.3.8.4 SENSITIZATION MEETING ON JOB EVALUATION 26
2.4. COMMITTEE ON PROMOTION OF STAFF AND COMPLIANCE WITH
NATIONAL VALUES
2.4.1 BOARD’S INTERNAL OPERATIONS 27
2.4.2. APPOINTMENTS 28
2.4.3 FAMILIARIZATION VISITS TO THE DEPARTMENTS 28
2.4.4. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION WORKSHOP ON PROMOTION OF
COHESION IN EMBU COUNTY 28
2.4.5 STAKEHOLDERS WORKSHOPS ON BOARD,S STRATEGIC
PLAN 29
2.5: COMMITTEE ON RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION AND HR AUDIT
2.5.1 GENERAL RECRUITMENT 30
2.5.1.1 WARD ADMINISTRATORS 30
2.5.1.2 DIRECTORS 32
2.5.2 DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY 34

2.5.3 APPOINTMENT OF DOCTORS 35
2.5.4 2015 RECRUITMENTS 36
2.6 COMMITTEE ON PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND DISCIPLINE
2.6.1 INTER COUNTY TRANSFERS 52
2.6.2 RE-DESIGNATION OF APPOINTED HEADS OF DEPARTMENT AND
AND SUBCOUNTY REVENUE OFFICERS 53
2.6.3 NYERI INDUSTRIAL COURT PETITION NO.14 OF 2014 ELIAS
MUGENDI NJERU & 41 OTHERS – VS-EMBU COUNTY PUBLIC
SERVICE BOARD & 3 OTHERS 54
2.7: COMMITTEE ON ADMINISTRATION OF BOARD PROGRAMMES AND
AGENDA
2.7.1 ACQUISITIONOF PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD OFFICES 57
2.7.2 BRANDING OF PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD OFFICES 58
2.7.3 BOAD’S FIVE YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN 59
2.7.4 BOARD CHARTER 59
2.7.5 BOARD CUSTOMER SERVICE CHARTER 59
2.7.6 BOARD LOGO
3.0: CHALLENGES AND RECOMMENDATIONS
4.0 PLANNED ACTIVITIES FOR YEAR ENDING DECEMBER, 2016

ANNEXES
ANNEX I - BOARD MEMBERS
ANNEX II – CAUSE 5 OF 2015 RULING - 20TH NOVEMBER,2015
ANNEX III – STAY ORDER- 2ND DECEMBER, 2015
ANNEX IV – BOARD LOGO
ANNEX V – BOARD CHARTER
ANNEX VI– SERVICE CHARTER

LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
H.E. - HIS EXCELLENCY
CEC - COUNTY EXECUTIVE COMMITTE
CPSB - COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
ECPSB - EMBU COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
CS - COUNTY SECRETARY
CEO - CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
PE & MS -PRINCIPAL ESTABLISHEMENT & MANAGEMENT SERVICES
PR & S - PRINCIPAL RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION

FORWARD -CHAIRPERSON
The County Public Service Board is established under Section 57 of the County Government Act,
2012. The board is required under Section 59 (5) to prepare regular reports for submission to the
County Assembly. This introduces a new accountability framework on the discharge of the board’s
mandate.
To enhance equity in the employment across all the regions of the county, the board adressed the
issue of diversity in the communities in the public service through implementation of the policy of
equitable regional representation in appointments to reflect the face of the county. The county
population also comprises several communities which need appropriate representation in the
worksforce.
During the year under review, the board implemented various programmes aimed at fulfilling its
mandate for continuous improvement in service delivery and promotion of good governance.
During the year the board received feedback on its services from the citizens through public
participation.
In the discharge of its mandate, the board faced a number of challenges which included lack of
funds, human resources and inadequate office space among others.
The interdiction of the Chairman and the Secretary from 19th March, 2015 through to November
2015 was the most devastating period of the board. However, the court through Cause 5 of 2015
made a comprehensive ruling on the matter. The court reinstated the chairman with effect from
20th November, 2015. It also underscored the independence of the board as enshrined in the
Kenya Consitution and the County Government Act, 2012. It is hoped that henceforth the board
will be in a position to discharge its duties without fear or favour.
I commend the CPSB secretariat for its great contribution to the board’s execution of its mandate.
Further, I wish all the arms of the Embu County Government and its staff a Merry Festive Season
and a fruitful New Year, 2016.
God bless you all.
MUNDIA GETERIA
CHAIRPERSON
PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Board has worked tirelessly to fulfill its mandate in management of Human Capital. This is in
adherence to Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution that requires the CPSB to promote values and
principles as outlined by the constitution. These values and principles are meant to ensure there is
equity and fairness in a competitive environment.
The Board identified the need to replace officers and fill the gaps that arise from time to time. In
order to have good governance of the County Government, recruitment of key staff was of critical
importance to ensure continuous service delivery. As an independent corporate body the board
envisage to have the first Strategic plan fully implemented. Based on the approved organization
structure we shall make our dream come true. In the meantime, we are in process of getting more
space by way of acquiring offices spacious enough to accommodate the secretariat staff.
Despite the above, the Board utilized its members to carry out the recruitment of the key positions
that were required from time to time. This was challenging work that required dedication and I
need to thank the Board members for their determination.
During the year the board experienced various challenges key of them being the interdiction of the
Chairman and the Secretary from the 19th March 2015. The undersigned reported back in mid-
October 2015 while the Chairman resumed duty on court orders after the case cause 5 of 2015 he
had filed was determined on 20th November 2015. It is my belief that those who were left and
whose work is majority of what is reflected in this report, considered the interests of the board than
any other. The judgement made has far reaching effects to the County as it sets critical
precedence which is worth noting and is herein attached for ease of reference.
This is the third annual report that is required to be submitted to the County Assembly every
December persuant to Section 59 of the County Government Act.
May I take this opportunity to also thank all the members of Embu County Government for their
contribution and co-operation towards making the County as the best in the Country..
God Bless you all.
CS. JOHNSON NYAGGAH
SECRETARY/CEO
PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD

PART 1
1.0: INTRODUCTION
1.1: Mandate Of The Board
The County Public Service Board (CPSB) is established under County Government
Act of 2012, Section 57 to act on behalf of the County Public service established
under Article 235 (1) of the constitution1. The CPSB as stipulated by Section 57 (a)
shall be a body corporate with perpetual succession and a seal; and (b) capable of
suing and being sued in its corporate name.
The functions and powers of the County Public Service Board as stipulated in
Section 59,
(1) Shall be on behalf of the County Government to:
(a) Establish and abolish offices in the county public service;
(b) Appoint persons to hold or act in offices of the county public service
including in the Boards of cities and urban areas within the county and to
confirm appointments;
(c) Exercise disciplinary control over, and remove, persons holding or acting
in those offices as provided for under this Part;
(d) Prepare regular reports for submission to the county assembly on the
execution of the functions of the Board;
(e) Promote in the county public service the values and principles referred to
in Articles 10 and 232;
(f) Evaluate and report to the county assembly on the extent to which the
values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 are complied with
in the county public service;
1 Constitution means the constitution of Kenya
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