She previously served as the Cabinet Secretary for East African Affairs and Labor, immediately prior to her present assignment.
[1][2] Phyllis Kandie was born in Eldama Ravine, Baringo County, in 1965.
She also served as a consultant for the World Bank and the European Union, regarding the SME sector.
[2] Phyllis Kandie served as the Cabinet Secretary for East African Affairs and Labour from 25 April 2013 until 27 January 2018.
[2] When Phyllis Kandie, was dropped from cabinet in January 2018, she was appointed as Kenya's ambassador to Belgium, Luxembourg and the European Union.