Principal Administrative Secretary at the Cabinet Office, Stephen Kirogo was on Monday forced to justify his age in relation to his nomination to the Public Service Commission.
Mr Kirogo was tasked by Members of Parliament to explain whether he was fit to hold public office given his age of 60-years old, the retirement age set for civil servants.
The presidential nominee assured the National Assembly Administration and National Security Committee that his experience would be valuable for the post.
"I have traversed this country, I know what particular needs of the citizens are and I know for sure that I am suitable for this position.
[caption caption="Stephen Kirogo, PSC Chairperson presidential nominee during a past presser"]
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"I ask you chair and members not to see my age but focus on my ability and the experience I will bring to the job," Kirogo urged the committee.
Mr Kirogo explained that he has worked in various capacities in government, therefore, he will implement effective changes to the public service if appointed.
"I have learned a lot and I will contribute a great deal to improve the performance of public services refocusing it into those areas where the citizens of this country get a better deal for their taxes and that chairman is achievable and I will do it," he stated.
The PSC chairperson's position fell vacant after Prof. Margaret Kobia was appointed Public Service Cabinet Secretary. Peter ole Nkuraiyia took up the position on an acting basis.
Former Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) chairperson Sarah Serem will also face MPs for vetting following her nomination to become the next ambassador to China.
Majority Leader Aden Duale last week urged the committee vetting her to be ruthless as payback for slashing their allowances while she was at the SRC, a suggestion Speaker Justin Muturi dismissed.
[caption caption="Dr Sarah Serem, presidential nominee for ambassador to China"]
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