Anne Nderitu's IEBC swearing-in paves way for new Registrar of Political Parties

The Public Service Commission has announced vacancies in the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties, calling on qualified Kenyans to apply for one of the most vital regulatory positions in the country’s political system.

This comes as the holder of the position, Anne Nderitu, was officially sworn in last Friday as a commissioner of the IEBC.

The Commission is seeking individuals who meet strict qualifications as outlined in the Political Parties Act.

Applicants must hold a university degree recognised in Kenya and have at least 15 years of post-qualification experience in any of the following fields: finance, management, political science, law, governance, or public administration.

In addition, candidates must demonstrate high moral integrity and meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

The announcement follows the provisions of Sections 33, 34, and 34A of the Political Parties Act, CAP 7D, which outline the legal framework for the appointment and duties of the Registrar.

The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties plays a central role in overseeing the registration and regulation of political parties, maintaining transparency, and ensuring compliance with the law.

One of the key roles of the Registrar is to monitor and supervise political parties, including keeping and updating the register of members and ensuring that no individual belongs to more than one party.

Other core responsibilities include administering the Political Parties Fund, publishing audited annual accounts of political parties, verifying membership lists, and keeping records of party symbols.

The Registrar is also tasked with regulating party nominations, certifying independent candidates, and ensuring their proposed symbols do not resemble those of registered political parties.

The office is further required to confirm that names submitted in party lists are genuine party members and to investigate complaints lodged under the Political Parties Act.

“The functions of the Registrar of Political Parties shall be to: register, regulate, monitor, investigate and supervise political parties to ensure compliance with the Act,” reads part of the notice.

Applicants must also be ready to train election agents upon request and financing by the parties, and carry out any other functions assigned under the Act or other written laws.

The Commission is expected to conduct a competitive recruitment process in line with the law to ensure that the right individuals are entrusted with managing the country’s political party system.

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