For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Cumulative service period of nine (9) years’ relevant work experience three (3) years of which should have been in the grade of Senior Accountant, Senior Finance Officer or in a comparable position;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: - Commerce (Accounting/Finance option), Finance, Economics, Business Administration (Accounting/Finance option), Business Management (Accounting/Finance option), or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution;
• Part III Certified Public Accountant (CPA - K) by Kenya Accountants and Secretaries Examination Board (KASNEB) or equivalent qualification from an accredited examination body;
• Registered with the Institute of Public Accountants (ICPAK) or Kenya, Association of Chartered certified accountants (ACCA) or its equivalent and in good standing;
• Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognised institution;
• Proficiency in Computer application; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.