Diocesan Chancellor

The primary function of the Chancellor is to maintain Curial records and take care that acts of the Curia are gathered, arranged, and safeguarded in the archive of the Curia or the Diocese. He also acts as a supervisor in regards to records generated in various offices.

The Moderator’s Office

The Moderator’s role is to supervise other members of the Curia. The Moderator also receives a copy of the work plans of other office bearers and supervises and assess the work of other office bearers, according to their work plans and diocesan goals and targets. In a general sense, the Moderator’s role is administrative by nature.

Judicial Office/Tribunal/Safeguarding

The Rt. Rev. Dominic Kimengich established a Diocesan Tribunal on September 14, 2022, following a formal withdrawal from the Inter-diocesan Tribunal. This initiative aims to address both physical and moral distances within the Diocese, thereby enhancing the service provided to the faithful across its vast expanse. The primary objective of the judicial office is to safeguard the sanctity of sacraments, particularly marriage, while representing the Diocese in legal matters and disputes. Additionally, it strives to uphold the dignity of vulnerable individuals and children. The safeguarding coordinator plays a crucial role in this coordination process, ensuring that all actions align with the Diocese's commitment to justice and pastoral care.

Human Resource Office

The Human Resources (HR) department within the Diocese plays a crucial role in managing employment processes, ensuring equitable compensation and benefits for all employees, and fostering positive employee relations. When conflicts and disputes arise in the workplace, HR intervenes to resolve these issues effectively, thereby maintaining a harmonious work environment. In addition to conflict resolution, the HR team focuses on enhancing staff performance through structured performance management systems and staff development processes, as well as conducting capacity-building initiatives. Motivating staff and addressing their welfare are also key priorities, ensuring that employees feel valued and supported within the diocesan community. The HR office is led by an HR Officer, who oversees these essential functions and ensures the effective delivery of HR services throughout the Diocese.

Finance Administrator

The Finance Administrator serves under the authority of the diocesan bishop, and operates within the scope of the budget prepared by the Finance Council. The person serves as a controller and disburses or authorizes the disbursement of funds to cover expenses, and assists in budget preparation. In addition, the Finance Administrator prepares an annual report to the Finance Council. The administrator also promotes and enhances effective and efficient use of diocesan resources, safeguards Diocesan assets, facilitates formation programmes for priests, religious, seminarians, catechists, and the laity, and strives to enhance productivity and ensures financial sustainability.

Accounts Office

The accounts office is responsible for managing the diocesan financial resources through comprehensive budgeting, financial planning, and oversight of daily financial operations. It ensures the maintenance of accurate accounting records concerning income, expenses, assets, and liabilities, thereby guaranteeing compliance with established standards. The office administers payroll to ensure timely disbursements of salaries and benefits for employees while also responsibly recording and managing donations. By collaborating with various departments, the office develops annual budgets and forecasts, implements internal controls to prevent fraud, and coordinates external audits to promote transparency. Additionally, the accounts office provides financial analysis and strategic advice to support diocesan leadership in achieving financial health aligned with the mission of Christ. This multifaceted approach not only enhances operational efficiency but also fosters a culture of accountability and stewardship within the diocese.

Procurator

The CDE's Procurator has several key responsibilities. These include maintaining an up-to-date inventory of Church properties at parish and diocesan levels, and ensuring proper maintenance and insurance of all Church properties within the Diocese. The Procurator is also tasked with safeguarding legal ownership documents such as title deeds, logbooks, and registration certificates, which are to be archived centrally at the Diocesan level with copies distributed to parishes. Additionally, the Procurator oversees the procurement of necessary items for daily operations across various departments, offices and desks in the curia, consulting with the Accountant on financial availability as needed. Other responsibilities of the Procurator, in collaboration with other competent persons in the Diocese, includes managing parish temporal goods and inventories to ensure continuous logistical and administrative arrangements for incoming and outgoing priests during transfers.

Internal Auditors

The Audit Section is led by an Auditor and supported by two assistants. The auditors diligently identify and assess risks associated with financial management and operational processes through regular audits, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. Internal auditors uphold financial accountability by meticulously reviewing transactions, records, and controls. This process ensures the accuracy and appropriateness of fund utilization, fostering transparency and reassuring stakeholders and donors. In addition to financial oversight, auditors evaluate operational workflows and resource utilization to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements. This optimization of resource allocation enhances service delivery effectiveness within the diocese. The role of internal auditors extends to providing insightful assessments and recommendations to diocesan leadership. Their work enhances governance structures and promotes continuous improvement across all administrative responsibilities within the diocese. Furthermore, the internal audit team collaborates closely with external auditors to ensure comprehensive oversight and validation of financial practices, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

External Audit

CDE will, through its Finance Council, appoint a qualified external auditor who will be charged with the responsibility of carrying out an audit for each completed financial year and issue a qualified or unqualified audit opinion for the year under review. The auditor shall issue a management letter to CDE, highlighting key areas for improvement. The Finance Administrator shall be charged with the responsibility of implementing the recommendations brought forward in the management letter.

Mission Office

The Mission office, also known as Resource Mobilization Office, undertakes all activities involved in securing new and additional resources for the support of the Catholic Diocese of Eldoret. It also contributes to ensuring better use of and maximization of existing resources in an effort towards self-sustainability.

Catholic Diocese of Eldoret Liaison Committee

The Diocesan Liaison Committee serves as an essential link between the KCCB National Office Commission for the Clergy and Religious. This Committee coordinates liaison activities within the Diocese, provides a forum for the Clergy and Religious to reflect on their service to the people of God, fosters the development of Clergy and Religious who authentically witness to Christ's love, and advises the local ordinary on matters of collaborative ministry and welfare.