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In his remarks, the President commended institutions for setting a worthy example for the rest in the public sector.
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“This is the way to go, and you have demonstrated that it is feasible. Congratulations, and keep it up," Ruto said.
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The Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) was among three government agencies awarded the Wage Bill Accountability prize by President William Ruto on Wednesday.
The Authority emerged as first runners-up after the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) and Unclaimed Asset Authority which came third.
The Authority under the chairmanship of former Baringo governor Stanley Kiptis and acting Director General Alice Kande outshined more than 300 government agencies.
KNQA was awarded for maintaining parameters that have been set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) during its third national wage bill conference at the Bomas of Kenya on Wednesday.
The Authority’s wage bill has not been more than 35 per cent ration of the revenue ratio for three consecutive years and KNQA has demonstrated improvement in the reduction of wage bill.
The agency also has unqualified audit opinions for the last three consecutive years from the Auditor General and it has place productivity mainstreaming measures in place.
Kande received the award on behalf of the Authority.
In his remarks, the President commended institutions for setting a worthy example for the rest in the public sector.
“This is the way to go, and you have demonstrated that it is feasible. Congratulations, and keep it up," Ruto said.
The President added that he identifies himself with the proposed strategic interventions aimed at putting Kenya on the path of public service wage bill sustainability under the “Towards 35 per cent ” aspiration set out in the conference's theme.
“ Let us collaborate and remain committed to implementation because that is where the test is. We cannot fail if we work together in a spirit of patriotism, partnership and teamwork. The government remains committed, available and determined to support every institution in implementing these resolutions,” Ruto said.
KNQA's acting Director General praised his team for a job well done.
“ I am proud of the KNQA Council, management and Staff for having done their best leading us to win this crucial award which we have received from His Excellency the President William Ruto, and we will do more,” Kande said.