Bishop Dr. Kiambi James Thambura Atheru, PhD., is an accomplished highly experienced professional and a career civil servant. He is currently the County Secretary and Head of Public Service of the County government of Meru. He hails from Tigania West Sub-county. Dr. Kiambi Atheru is also an ordained practicing Bishop. He has a strong academic background: he holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Religious Studies, specializing in Religion and Development, from Kenya Methodist University. Additionally, he has a Masters Degree in Governance & Ethics (MGE), which is a highly administrative and governance degree, from Mount Kenya University. Dr. Kiambi Atheru also holds a Bachelors Degree in Development Studies (BDS) from the same University, which means he has capacity to supervise all county departments effectively. Further, he holds a Diploma in Water Engineering from the Kenya Water Institute, and has been awarded several certifications across many areas of his expertise, such as National Cohesion and advanced leadership (USA). His wealth of experience and expertise as can be seen below, makes him a valuable asset in the Meru County government as the County Secretary and Head of County Public Service:

Dr. Kiambi Atheru's remarkable professional career in civil service spans 26 years, during which he has held notable positions in diverse organizations both within and outside Meru County. He has made significant contributions to water engineering in the national government, working in various districts of Kenya, as district water officer. He has also collaborated and worked with internationally renowned agencies such as Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA).

Currently his primary roles entails the following, to: coordinate all county departments in implementing the manifesto of H.E the Governor, Bishop Kawira Mwangaza. The manifesto includes effective service delivery to the residents of Meru County, proper economic planning, effective management of Meru's natural resources, early learning, science and technology, effective physical planning in both urban and rural areas, infrastructure development, food security, investment promotion, social security, and transformation of medical and public health services. He is also Secretary to the County Executive Committee whose Chairperson is H.E the governor.

With Dr. Kiambi Atheru's guidance and expertise, the administration of H.E Governor Bishop Kawira Mwangaza is well-positioned to achieve its manifesto for sustainable development of the people of Meru County.