KLB Barred from Implementing New HR Policies Pending Public Input.
The Kenya Literature Bureau (KLB) has been prohibited from enforcing new human resource instruments until public participation is conducted.
Justice Hellen Wasilwa emphasized that the staff must be consulted, and their views considered before any implementation or approval by the Public Service Commission (PSC).
The judge further mandated KLB to undertake a transparent and competitive recruitment process for its new Managing Director and other staff members, ensuring adherence to legal guidelines.
Appointment of Acting Managing Director
In August, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba appointed Julius Aritho as the Acting Managing Director of KLB for six months.
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This decision followed the conclusion of Victor Lomaria’s term as Managing Director, which ended on August 31, 2024.
Dr. Rispah Wepukhulu, the KLB Board Chairperson, announced that Mr. Aritho would assume his role starting September 1, 2024, until a permanent Managing Director is appointed.
She expressed gratitude to the outgoing MD, Victor Lomaria, for his contributions to the growth and success of the Bureau.
“I take this opportunity to thank the outgoing Managing Director, for his selfless acts of service that have seen the Bureau grow its bottom-line. I appreciate the dedication and commitment with which Mr. Lomaria has held, to enrich staff welfare and establish KLB as the leading publishing and printing powerhouse,” said Dr. Wepukhulu then.
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She highlighted his efforts in enriching staff welfare and establishing KLB as a leader in publishing and printing.
Dr. Wepukhulu urged staff to maintain a collaborative team spirit during the leadership transition. She encouraged them to fully support Mr. Aritho in his duties to ensure the continued success of the Bureau.
KLB Barred from Implementing New HR Policies Pending Public Input
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