A national professional voice for Ward Administration.
COWAK brings Ward Administrators together under one professional umbrella to strengthen grassroots governance, professional excellence and citizen-centred public service.
Strengthening the practice of ward-level administration.
The Council of Ward Administrators Kenya (COWAK) is a national professional society established to bring together Ward Administrators from all 47 counties of Kenya under one professional umbrella.
COWAK provides a platform for professional networking, policy advocacy, research, capacity development, welfare, financial empowerment and collaboration among Ward Administrators and stakeholders in devolution.
Vision
To be the leading professional institution championing excellence in Ward Administration, grassroots governance, and citizen-centred public service.
Mission
To promote professional excellence, ethical leadership, innovation, collaboration, and strategic partnerships that strengthen devolution and improve service delivery at the grassroots.
Legal foundation
Ward Administration is anchored in the Constitution of Kenya, 2010; the County Governments Act, 2012, including Sections 49, 50 and 51; and other relevant laws and county legislation.
Partnerships that strengthen devolved governance.
COWAK works with public institutions, professional bodies, civil society and development partners to advance professional excellence and citizen-centred service.
Council of Governors (CoG)
County Assemblies Forum (CAF)
County Governments
National Ministries
Constitutional Commissions
Independent Offices
Katiba Institute
Twaweza East Africa
Centre of Enhancing Development and Good Governance (CeDGG)
Budget Hub
Universities
Research Institutions
Civil Society Organizations
Development Agencies
Development Partners
National Government Administration Officers (NGAO)
Deepening the gains of devolution.
COWAK remains committed to building the capacity of Ward Administrators, promoting innovation, supporting democratic governance and fostering partnerships that improve the quality of life of communities across Kenya.