State House confirmed the appointment but stated that a statement would be issued by the Public Service, Youth and Gender Ministry later.

She replaces Richard Ndubai who stepped aside along with Youth Affairs Permanent Secretary Lillian Omollo to pave way for investigations into the Sh9 billion scandal at the service.

Mr Ndubai is among 47 suspects facing charges of looting millions at the NYS.

Ndubai took over the helm of NYS on January 19, 2016.