Several parastatals in Kenya are known for offering high salaries to their employees. Here is an overview of the top 10 best paying parastatals and their average salaries.
1. National Security & Intelligent Service ¶
The National Security & Intelligent Service is among the best paying government institutions in Kenya. New recruits can earn between Ksh120,000 and Ksh160,000, while the average salary for employees is Ksh183,000.
2. Kenya Airports Authority ¶
The Kenya Airports Authority manages airports and airstrips in Kenya. Graduate trainees can start with a salary of Ksh130,000 to Ksh150,000. About 65% of the employees earn over Ksh180,000.
3. Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission ¶
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission plays a significant role in promoting ethics in the public sector. Fresh graduates can earn between Ksh120,000 and Ksh144,000. The chairman of the commission is one of the best-paid employees in Kenya, with a basic salary of Sh485,000, and additional allowances that can exceed Ksh1.5 million.
4. Central Bank of Kenya ¶
The Central Bank of Kenya is classified as Class A, with salaries comparable to those of the EACC and NSIS. Fresh graduates can earn at least Ksh160,000, while senior managers can pocket at least Ksh600,000. The average salary for employees at CBK is Ksh210,000.
5. Nairobi Securities Exchange ¶
The Nairobi Securities Exchange plays a crucial role in investments. Although job opportunities are rarely advertised, employees can earn high salaries, with junior employees earning up to Ksh150,000 and those with business-related degrees and CFA qualifications starting at over Ksh300,000.
6. KenGen ¶
KenGen is responsible for power generation and requires skills such as electrical engineering, oil and gas engineering, and mechanical engineering. Graduate trainees can earn between Ksh145,000 and Ksh180,000.
7. Kenya Power ¶
Kenya Power is another parastatal in the energy sector. Graduate trainee engineers can earn between Ksh130,000 and Ksh160,000, while secretaries can earn between Ksh60,000 and Ksh120,000.
8. Communication Authority of Kenya ¶
The Communication Authority of Kenya is a well-paying institution, with even the lowest-paid graduates earning between Ksh130,000 and Ksh145,000.
9. Kenya Pipeline ¶
Kenya Pipeline is recognized as one of the best employers in Kenya, with fresh graduates earning at least Ksh140,000.
10. Kenya Civil Aviation Authority ¶
Employees of the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority are well-renumerated, with lifestyles that reflect their high salaries.
