In Kenya, Job Group K in the county governments has a basic salary that typically starts at KSh 38,270 per month. This figure can vary slightly depending on the specific county and any incremental raises over the years of service.
Allowances for Job Group K
- House Allowance:
- Cluster 1 (Nairobi): KSh 16,500 per month.
- Cluster 2 (Regional Headquarters like Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru): KSh 12,800 per month.
- Cluster 3 (Other county headquarters): KSh 9,600 per month.
- Cluster 4 (All other regions): KSh 7,500 per month.
- Commuter Allowance: Typically ranges from KSh 3,000 to KSh 25,000 per month, depending on the job group. For Job Group K, this allowance is generally on the lower end of this range.
- Hardship Allowance: For those working in designated hardship areas, employees in Job Group K receive a hardship allowance of KSh 10,900 per month.
Other Benefits
- Leave Allowance: Provided annually.
- Risk Allowance: For employees working in risky environments.
- Transfer Allowance: For covering expenses related to job transfers.
These figures are standardized across the country, aligning with the guidelines issued by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC), ensuring uniformity in compensation for public servants both in the national and county governments