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Human Resources Average Salaries in Kenya 2024

How much money does a person working in Human Resources make in Kenya?


Average Monthly Salary
141,000 KES
( 1,700,000 KES yearly)

LOW
59,000
KES
AVERAGE
141,000
KES
HIGH
240,000
KES
All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

A person working in Human Resources in Kenya typically earns around 141,000 KES. Salaries range from 59,000 KES (lowest average) to 240,000 KES (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher).


Salary Variance

The provided figure represents the median compensation that encompasses housing, transportation, and other perks. The salaries within the Human Resources domain in Kenya exhibit significant discrepancies across various professions. In case you seek information about the remuneration of a specific position, please refer to the salaries listed below for respective job titles.

Salaries for specific jobs

Job TitleAverage Salary
Human Resources
Benefits Administrator99,000 KES
Benefits Analyst120,000 KES
Benefits Manager205,000 KES
Benefits Specialist119,000 KES
Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer206,000 KES
Chief Happiness Officer197,000 KES
Chief Human Resources Officer244,000 KES
Chief Listening Officer181,000 KES
Chief People Officer258,000 KES
Chief Remote Work and Collaboration Officer172,000 KES
Compensation Analyst122,000 KES
Compensation and Benefits Manager202,000 KES
Compensation and Benefits Officer81,100 KES
Compensation and Benefits Specialist119,000 KES
Compensation Manager189,000 KES
Corporate Director of Human Resources242,000 KES
Corporate Recruiter163,000 KES
Corporate Trainer118,000 KES
Director of Talent Acquisition241,000 KES
Diversity and Inclusion Specialist149,000 KES
Employee Benefits Administrator147,000 KES
Employee Benefits Consultant179,000 KES
Employee Benefits Coordinator71,000 KES
Employee Communications Manager167,000 KES
Employee Development Specialist161,000 KES
Employee Engagement Specialist167,000 KES
Employee Experience Manager177,000 KES
Employee Health and Wellness Administrator147,000 KES
Employee Performance Specialist122,000 KES
Employee Relations Analyst159,000 KES
Employee Relations Manager173,000 KES
Employee Relations Practitioner168,000 KES
Employee Relations Representative118,000 KES
Employee Relations Specialist160,000 KES
Employee Services Manager174,000 KES
Employee Services Specialist164,000 KES
Employee Wellness Officer125,000 KES
Employment Advice Worker78,500 KES
Employment Interviewer122,000 KES
Employment Relations Officer79,400 KES
Employment Service Specialist91,600 KES
Employment Services Coordinator114,000 KES
Enrollment Counselor159,000 KES
Equal Opportunity Representative122,000 KES
Executive Human Capital Management245,000 KES
Executive Recruiter174,000 KES
Expatriate Administration Manager160,000 KES
Expatriate Administration Supervisor110,000 KES
Global Mobility Manager198,000 KES
Head of Culture188,000 KES
Head of Human Resources222,000 KES
Headhunter174,000 KES
Health Benefits Coordinator100,000 KES
HRIS Analyst84,900 KES
HRIS Manager141,000 KES
HRIS Officer74,900 KES
HRIS Supervisor82,100 KES
Human Resources Administration Specialist95,200 KES
Human Resources Administrative Assistant69,900 KES
Human Resources Administrative Coordinator93,000 KES
Human Resources Administrator98,800 KES
Human Resources Advisor163,000 KES
Human Resources Analyst141,000 KES
Human Resources Assessor88,200 KES
Human Resources Assistant61,200 KES
Human Resources Assistant Manager182,000 KES
Human Resources Associate66,600 KES
Human Resources Compliance Officer157,000 KES
Human Resources Consultant196,000 KES
Human Resources Coordinator71,000 KES
Human Resources Data Analytics Manager147,000 KES
Human Resources Data Scientist154,000 KES
Human Resources Deputy Manager 183,000 KES
Human Resources Development Manager208,000 KES
Human Resources Director239,000 KES
Human Resources Executive169,000 KES
Human Resources Generalist125,000 KES
Human Resources Manager230,000 KES
Human Resources Officer86,900 KES
Human Resources Recruiter166,000 KES
Human Resources Representative91,700 KES
Human Resources Section Head148,000 KES
Human Resources Services Manager198,000 KES
Human Resources Shared Services Manager156,000 KES
Human Resources Specialist128,000 KES
Human Resources Superintendent88,200 KES
Human Resources Systems Administrator125,000 KES
Human Resources Technology Consultant140,000 KES
Human Resources Training Executive170,000 KES
Human Resources Transformation Consultant163,000 KES
Human Resources Vice President245,000 KES
Industrial Organizational Psychologist202,000 KES
Job Evaluation Specialist166,000 KES
Labor Relations Director194,000 KES
Labor Relations Manager196,000 KES
Labor Relations Specialist89,200 KES
Learning and Development Manager205,000 KES
Learning and Development Specialist145,000 KES
Occupational Health and Safety Officer89,700 KES
Organizational Development Consultant193,000 KES
Organizational Development Manager195,000 KES
Organizational Development Specialist108,000 KES
Payroll Assistant78,800 KES
Payroll Supervisor92,300 KES
People Development Officer122,000 KES
People Operations Analyst156,000 KES
Personnel Officer66,200 KES
Personnel Recruiter162,000 KES
Records Clerk60,000 KES
Records Manager98,800 KES
Recruiter176,000 KES
Recruiting Coordinator82,300 KES
Recruiting Manager223,000 KES
Recruitment Consultant155,000 KES
Recruitment Officer90,700 KES
Recruitment Supervisor131,000 KES
Remote Collaboration Consultant126,000 KES
Remote Work Compliance Manager183,000 KES
Remote Work Coordinator111,000 KES
Remote Work Manager150,000 KES
Research Associate80,100 KES
SAP Resource Manager164,000 KES
Talent Acquisition Manager229,000 KES
Talent Acquisition Specialist127,000 KES
Talent Brand Manager183,000 KES
Talent Management Officer103,000 KES
Technical Recruiter104,000 KES
Training Administrator97,000 KES
Training and Development Manager195,000 KES
Training and Development Section Head166,000 KES
Training Executive183,000 KES
Training Manager201,000 KES
Training Officer82,300 KES
Training Specialist129,000 KES
Workforce Planning Analyst144,000 KES


Human Resources Jobs Pay Scale and Salaries in Kenya

Median and salary distribution Kenya Human Resources monthly
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Salary Structure and Pay Scale Comparison

5% of people earn
129,000 KES or more
10% of people earn
111,000 to 129,000 KES
20% of people earn
72,000 KES or less
65% of people earn
72,000 to 111,000 KES
Minimum Salary
59,000 KES
Median
126,000 KES
Maximum
240,000 KES




Median Salary, maximum and minimum salary, minimum wage, starting salary, and the salary range

All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
  • Salary Range, Minimum Wage, and Starting Salary

    Salaries in Human Resources in Kenya range from 59,000 KES (starting average salary) to 240,000 KES (maximum average salary, actual maximum is higher). To clarify, the number presented is not the legally mandated minimum wage. Rather, it represents the lowest figure reported in a salary survey that involved thousands of participants and professionals from across the entire country.

  • Median Salary

    The median income in the field of Human Resources is 126,000 KES, implying that half of the workforce in Kenya earns less than this figure, and the other half earns more. It represents the central value of salaries. As a rule of thumb, you would prefer to be part of the group earning above the median wage, situated on the right-hand side of the salary distribution chart.

  • Percentiles and Salary Scale

    Two values that are highly correlated with the median are the 25th and 75th percentiles. By examining the salary distribution diagram, it is possible to determine that 25% of individuals employed in Human Resources in Kenya earn less than 99,800 KES, while 75% of them earn more. Additionally, the diagram reveals that 75% of individuals earn less than 148,000 KES, while 25% earn more than that.

  • Pay Scale Structure

    Data was regrouped into brackets to provide a better understanding of what salaries can be expected. This approach was deemed more accurate than relying solely on the average salary, as it offers greater insights into the distribution of salaries in the field of Human Resources in Kenya. The analysis revealed that roughly 65% of all reported salaries fell within the range of 72,000 KES to 111,000 KES. Approximately 20% of salaries were below the 72,000 KES mark, while 10% ranged from 111,000 KES to 129,000 KES. Only 5% of individuals earned a gross salary of 129,000 KES or higher.

Salary Comparison by Years of Experience

How does a person's salary progress over time?

Salary Comparison By Experience Level
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The experience level is the most important factor in determining the salary. Naturally, the more years of experience the higher the wage.

Generally speaking, employees in Human Resources in Kenya having experience from two to five years earn on average 32% more than freshers and juniors across all industries and disciplines.

Professionals with experience of more than five years tend to earn on average 36% more than those with five years or less of work experience.

As you hit the ten years mark, the salary increases by 21% and an additional 14% for those who have crossed the 15 years mark.

Those figures are presented as guidelines only. The numbers become more significant if you consider one job title at a time.


Change in salary based on experience varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of many different jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.
On average, a person's salary doubles their starting salary by the time they cross the 10 years* experience mark.
* Based on the average change in salary over time. Salary variations differ from person to person.


Salary Comparison By Education

How does the education level affect your salary?

Salary Comparison By Education
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Change in salary based on education varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of multiple jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.

It is well known that higher education equals a bigger salary, but how much more money can a degree add to your income?

We compared the salaries of professionals at the same level but with different college degree levels across many jobs in Human Resources in Kenya, below are our findings.

Workers with a certificate or diploma earn on average 17% more than their peers who only reached the high school level.

Employees who earned a Bachelor's Degree earn 24% more than those who only managed to attain a certificate or diploma.

Professionals who attained a Master's Degree are awarded salaries that are 29% more than those with a Bachelor's Degree.

Finally, PhD holders earn 23% more than Master's Degree holders on average while doing the same job.


Is a Master's degree or an MBA worth it? Should you pursue higher education?

A Master's degree program or any post-graduate program in Kenya costs anywhere from 737,000 KES to 2,210,000 KES and lasts approximately two years. That is quite an investment.

Employees can't expect any salary increases during the study period, assuming they already have a job. In most cases, a salary review is conducted once education is completed and the degree has been attained.

Many people pursue higher education as a tactic to switch to a higher-paying job. The numbers seem to support this tactic. The average increase in compensation while changing jobs is approximately 10% more than the customary salary increment.

The decision really depends on the situation and experience among many other factors. Putting all variables aside, if a person can afford the costs of higher education then the return on investment is definitely worth it. Degree costs can be recovered roughly in a year or so.



Salary and Compensation Comparison By Gender / Human Resources / Kenya

Salary comparison by gender Kenya Human Resources monthly
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Though gender should not have an effect on pay, in reality, it does. So who gets paid more: men or women? In the field of Human Resources in Kenya, the average difference between the salary of male and female employees is 10%.

Male
149,000 KES
Female-9%
136,000 KES
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Comparison By Gender in Kenya for all Careers

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Average Annual Salary Increment Percentage / Human Resources / Kenya

How much are annual salary increments in Kenya for individuals working in Human Resources? How often do employees get salary raises?

Professionals working in Human Resources in Kenya are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately 5% every 28 months. The national average annual increment for all professions combined is 4% granted to employees every 29 months.

Annual Salary Increment Rate Kenya Human Resources
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The figures provided here are averages of numbers. Those figures should be taken as general guidelines. Salary increments will vary from person to person and depend on many factors, but your performance and contribution to the success of the organization remain the most important factors in determining how much and how often you will be granted a raise.

Kenya / All Professions

Annual Salary Increment Rate Kenya
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The term Annual Salary Increase usually refers to the increase in 12 calendar month period, but because it is rare that people get their salaries reviewed exactly on the one-year mark, it is more meaningful to know the frequency and the rate at the time of the increase.

How to calculate the salary increment percentage?

The annual salary Increase in a calendar year (12 months) can be easily calculated as follows: Annual Salary Increase = Increase Rate x 12 / Increase Frequency

The average salary increase in one year (12 months) in Kenya is 2%.

Worldwide Salary Raises: All Countries and All Jobs

World Average Annual Salary Increment
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Salary Packages and Schemes

Not all compensation increases are reflected directly in the salary. Some companies offer upgraded packages to their staff instead of cash money. The figures displayed here account only for direct increments to the base salary.

Bonus and Incentive Rates / Human Resources / Kenya

How much and how often are bonuses being awarded?Annual Salary Bonus Rate Kenya Human Resources
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67% of surveyed staff in Human Resources reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while 33% said that they received at least one form of monetary bonus.

Those who got bonuses reported rates ranging from 3% to 5% of their annual salary.

Received Bonus
33%
No Bonus
67%

Types of Bonuses Considered

Individual Performance-Based Bonuses

The most standard form of bonus, where the employee is awarded based on their exceptional performance.

Company Performance Bonuses

Occasionally, some companies like to celebrate excess earnings and profits with their staff collectively in the form of bonuses that are granted to everyone. The amount of the bonus will probably be different from person to person depending on their role within the organization.

Goal-Based Bonuses

Granted upon achieving an important goal or milestone.

Holiday / End of Year Bonuses

These types of bonuses are given without a reason and usually resemble an appreciation token.

Bonuses Are Not Commissions!

People tend to confuse bonuses with commissions. A commission is a prefixed rate at which someone gets paid for items sold or deals completed while a bonus is in most cases arbitrary and unplanned.


What makes a position worthy of good bonuses and a high salary?

The main two types of jobs

Revenue GeneratorsSupporting Cast

Employees that are directly involved in generating revenue or profit for the organization. Their field of expertise usually matches the type of business.

Employees that support and facilitate the work of revenue generators. Their expertise is usually different from that of the core business operations.

Example:
A graphics designer working for a graphics designing company.

Example:
A graphic designer in the marketing department of a hospital.


Revenue generators usually get more and higher bonuses, higher salaries, and more frequent salary increments. The reason is quite simple: it is easier to quantify your value to the company in monetary terms when you participate in revenue generation.

Try to work for companies where your skills can generate revenue. We can't all generate revenue and that's perfectly fine.

Bonus Comparison by Seniority Level

Top management personnel and senior employees naturally exhibit higher bonus rates and frequencies than juniors. This is very predictable due to the inherent responsibilities of being higher in the hierarchy. People in top positions can easily get double or triple bonus rates than employees down the pyramid.

Hourly Average Wage / Human Resources / Kenya


820 KES per hour

The average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Human Resources in Kenya is 820 KES.This is the rate they get paid for every worked hour.


Hourly Wage = Annual Salary / ( 52 x 5 x 8 )

About The Hourly Pay Rate

The hourly wage is the salary paid in one worked hour. Usually, jobs are classified into two categories: salaried jobs and hourly jobs. Salaried jobs pay a fixed amount regardless of the hours worked. Hourly jobs pay per worked hour. To convert salary into hourly wage the above formula is used (assuming 5 working days in a week and 8 working hours per day which is the standard for most jobs). The hourly wage calculation may differ slightly depending on the worked hours per week and the annual vacation allowance. The figures mentioned above are good approximations and are considered to be the standard. One major difference between salaried employees and hourly paid employees is overtime eligibility. Salaried employees are usually exempt from overtime as opposed to hourly paid staff.

What is the minimum hourly rate of pay?

The minimum pay rate per hour for people working in Human Resources in Kenya is 340 KES. This is the minimum as per the gathered data in the salary survey not the minimum hourly rate mandated by law.

Salary Comparison By City

CityAverage Salary
Kisumu137,000 KES
Mombasa154,000 KES
Nairobi169,000 KES

Government vs Private Sector Salary Comparison

Where can you get paid more, working in a private company or the government? The difference between the public or government sector salaries and the private sector salaries in Kenya is 14% on average across all career fields.

Private Sector
140,000 KES
Public Sector+14%
159,000 KES
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Statistics and Calculation Guide

What is considered to be a good and competitive salary in Human Resources in Kenya?

A good and competitive compensation would range anywhere between 126,000 KES and 148,000 KES. This is a very rough estimate. Experience and education play a very huge part in the final earnings.

Gross Salary (before tax) and Net Salary (after tax)

All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

Base / Basic Salary

The base salary for jobs in Human Resources in Kenya ranges from 59,000 KES to 99,800 KES. The base salary depends on many factors including experience and education. It is not easy to provide a figure with very little information, so take this range with a grain of salt.


What is the difference between the median and the average salary?

Both are indicators. If your salary is higher than both the average and the median then you are doing very well. If your salary is lower than both, then many people earn more than you and there is plenty of room for improvement. If your wage is between the average and the median, then things can be a bit complicated. We wrote a guide to explain all about the different scenarios. How to compare your salary


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