The Teachers Service Commission has initiated transfer of principals in girls’ institutions within the Rift Valley. This is a mini-reshuffle that will start between June and July, aimed at readjusting headship in various institutions.
Context and Background
Rationale Behind the Transfers
Although the exact reasons for their transfer were not spelt out, it was a routine administrative adjustment aimed at streamlining school management in terms of efficiency and effectiveness. Obviously, such adjustments have to be implemented from time to time; they are always triggered by a particular problem that needs to be overcome, to give a new lead, or credit good leadership.
Key Transfers and Appointments
Principal Movements
- Salinah Rotich
- Former Position: Principal of AIC Kessup Girls, Elgeyo Marakwet County
- New Position: Principal of Tabagon Girls, Baringo County
- Replacement: Susan Sawe from Ngeria Girls, Uasin Gishu County
- Albina Rotich
- Former Position: Principal of Tabagon Girls, Baringo County
- New Position: Principal of Mogotio Girls, Baringo County
- Replacement: Salinah Rotich
- Irene Chemuren
- Former Position: Principal of Mogotio Girls, Baringo County
- New Position: Principal of Kaboson Girls, Kericho County
- Replacement: Albina Rotich
Administrative Impacts
These transfers have had a domino effect, ensuring that leadership positions in these particular schools are seamlessly filled. These movements are expected to front-run some positive changes at the administration level of schools and probably new strategies and improvement initiatives in school performances.
Challenges and Responses
Communication Gaps
Additional information on the transfers was sought from the TSC Rift Valley Regional Director, Alex Cheruiyot, who was not reachable. This blackout underlines what must be improved in transparency and information around administrative decisions within the education sector.