Uasin Gishu County Government Announces Major Reorganization of the County Executive
These include Dr. Janet Chesmel Kosgei (CECM for Lands, Physical Planning, Housing, and Urban Development), Mary Kerich (CO for Environment, Energy, and Climate Change), and Felix Kimutai (CO for ICT, E-Government, and Innovation), among others.
The County Government of Uasin Gishu has announced significant changes to its County Executive Committee (CEC) and Chief Officers (CO) in a bid to improve service delivery and enhance operational efficiency. Photo/Jonathan Bii Chelilim.
The County Government of Uasin Gishu has announced significant changes to its County Executive Committee (CEC) and Chief Officers (CO) in a bid to improve service delivery and enhance operational efficiency.
The changes, which take immediate effect, were outlined in a press release issued on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, by Governor Jonathan Bii Chelilim.
Key CECM Changes
The reshuffle sees nine individuals taking on new roles within the County Executive Committee Members (CECM). Among the notable changes are:
Micah Kipkosgei Rogony will now lead Finance and Economic Planning.
Dr. Kutut Sam Kipkemboi Kogo takes over Agriculture, Agribusiness, Livestock, and Fisheries.
Eng. Martha Cheruto assumes leadership of Trade, Industrialization, Tourism, Cooperatives, and Enterprise Development.
Eng. Lucy Ngendo Njoroge will head Youth Affairs, Sports, ICT, and Innovation.
New Assignments for Chief Officers
Thirteen Chief Officers have also been assigned to different departments, including:
Eliud Kipkorir Chemaget to Finance.
Ambrose Tarus Kiprotich to Devolution and Administration.
Ruth Sameuel to Public Service Management.
Mark Some to Environment, Energy, and Climate Change.
These new assignments aim to revitalize key county departments to ensure better service delivery and accountability.
Staff Appraisals and Compulsory Leave
Governor Bii also announced that several senior officials would proceed on one-month compulsory leave to allow for thorough staff performance appraisals.
These include Dr. Janet Chesmel Kosgei (CECM for Lands, Physical Planning, Housing, and Urban Development), Mary Kerich (CO for Environment, Energy, and Climate Change), and Felix Kimutai (CO for ICT, E-Government, and Innovation), among others.
The governor emphasized that this exercise seeks to boost productivity and foster teamwork within the county administration.
Acting Appointments
While the appraisal is ongoing, interim appointments have been made to ensure continuity in leadership. For instance, Micah Kipkosgei Rogony will serve as Acting CECM for Devolution and Administration, while Elphas Kesio takes on the role of Acting CO for Livestock and Fisheries.
New Appointments to Governor’s Office
In addition to the reshuffle, the governor announced two new appointments to his office:
Johnstone Kottut as Economic Advisor.
Dr. Pius Kiplimo Chumba as Chief of Staff.
Governor Bii underscored his commitment to accountability and effective service delivery, stating, “The changes are aimed at improving performance and ensuring the people of Uasin Gishu receive the best services.”
The reorganization reflects the county’s ongoing efforts to align its operations with developmental priorities while addressing inefficiencies in governance.
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