The Public Service Commission (PSC) Kenya has shortlisted 13 candidates for interviews for the position of Data Commissioner.
The shortlisting followed an application process that attracted 152 applications after the position was advertised in the print media and on the Commission’s website on 25 August 2026. The advertisement closed on 14 September 2026.
The shortlisted candidates will be interviewed on Monday, 5 October 2026, at the Public Service Commission offices on Harambee Avenue, Nairobi.
Data Commissioner Shortlisted Candidates
The following 13 candidates have been shortlisted:
| No. | Candidate | Gender | County | Interview Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nooseli Moses Lemayian | Male | Narok | 8:00 a.m. |
| 2 | Otieno Oscar Onyango | Male | Siaya | 8:30 a.m. |
| 3 | Shalle Mohamed Abdi | Male | Garissa | 9:00 a.m. |
| 4 | Sitienei Lydia Chelagat | Female | Trans Nzoia | 9:30 a.m. |
| 5 | Nyale Duncan Kubahatisha | Male | Kilifi | 10:00 a.m. |
| 6 | Kirwa Solomon | Male | Uasin Gishu | 10:30 a.m. |
| 7 | Anditi Stephen Odhiambo | Male | Homa Bay | 11:30 a.m. |
| 8 | Lobuin Isaac Eregae | Male | Turkana | 12:00 noon |
| 9 | Omwoyo David Omwoyo | Male | Nakuru | 12:30 p.m. |
| 10 | Mbiuki Jasper Micheni | Male | Tharaka-Nithi | 2:00 p.m. |
| 11 | Cheronoh Lynneth | Female | Bomet | 2:30 p.m. |
| 12 | Abdi Mohamed Hussein | Male | Isiolo | 3:00 p.m. |
| 13 | Nyongesa John Walubengo | Male | Bungoma | 3:30 p.m. |
The interview schedule places candidates at different times throughout the day, beginning at 8:00 a.m. and continuing until 3:30 p.m.
Data Commissioner Interview Venue
The interviews will be conducted at:
Public Service Commission
Harambee Avenue
Nairobi, Kenya
All shortlisted candidates are required to be at the venue at least 20 minutes before their scheduled interview time.
Therefore, candidates scheduled for the first interview at 8:00 a.m. should plan to arrive before the stated reporting time.
Documents Required for the Interview
Shortlisted candidates are required to present the originals of the relevant documents during the interview.
These include:
- National Identity Card.
- Academic and professional certificates and transcripts.
- Any other supporting documents and testimonials.
- Clearance from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
- Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
- Clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
- Clearance from any registered Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
- Police Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
- Recommendations from relevant professional bodies and associations, where applicable.
- A letter of recognition of qualifications from the Commission for University Education (CUE) for any degree obtained from a foreign university.
- A copy of the candidate’s Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Candidates should ensure that the original documents are available and properly organized before attending the interview.
Public Participation in the Recruitment Process
The Public Service Commission has also invited members of the public to provide any credible information of interest relating to the shortlisted candidates.
Such information is to be submitted through sworn affidavits to the Secretary/CEO of the Public Service Commission.
Submissions can be delivered to:
Secretary/CEO, Public Service Commission
4th Floor, Commission House
Harambee Avenue, Nairobi
The Commission also provided an online submission channel through hodrands@publicservice.go.ke.
All information must be received on or before 1 October 2026.
About the Data Commissioner Position
The recruitment is being undertaken pursuant to Section 6(2) of the Data Protection Act.
The Data Commissioner heads the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC), the institution responsible for overseeing Kenya’s data protection framework and matters relating to the protection of personal data and privacy.
The position was advertised on 25 August 2026, and the application period closed on 14 September 2026, after attracting 152 applications.
Following the completion of the shortlisting exercise, the Commission published the interview schedule for the 13 shortlisted candidates.
Interview Date and Schedule
The interview date is:
Monday, 5 October 2026
Candidates should report to the Public Service Commission offices on Harambee Avenue, Nairobi, at least 20 minutes before their assigned interview time.
The scheduled times are:
- Nooseli Moses Lemayian – 8:00 a.m.
- Otieno Oscar Onyango – 8:30 a.m.
- Shalle Mohamed Abdi – 9:00 a.m.
- Sitienei Lydia Chelagat – 9:30 a.m.
- Nyale Duncan Kubahatisha – 10:00 a.m.
- Kirwa Solomon – 10:30 a.m.
- Anditi Stephen Odhiambo – 11:30 a.m.
- Lobuin Isaac Eregae – 12:00 noon
- Omwoyo David Omwoyo – 12:30 p.m.
- Mbiuki Jasper Micheni – 2:00 p.m.
- Cheronoh Lynneth – 2:30 p.m.
- Abdi Mohamed Hussein – 3:00 p.m.
- Nyongesa John Walubengo – 3:30 p.m.
Final Thought
The Public Service Commission has shortlisted 13 candidates from 152 applicants for the next stage of recruitment for the position of Data Commissioner.
The shortlisted candidates should prepare their original identification documents, academic and professional certificates, required statutory clearances, supporting documents, and CVs ahead of the 5 October 2026 interviews.
Members of the public who have credible information concerning any of the shortlisted candidates have until 1 October 2026 to submit it to the Commission through the prescribed channels.
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