The Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) is responsible for determining and reviewing the salary and benefits of the Deputy President in Kenya. Article 230(4)(a) of the Constitution of Kenya grants SRC the authority to set remuneration for state officers at both the national and county levels.
The Third Remuneration and Benefits Review Cycle (covering financial years 2021/2022 to 2024/2025) defines the current salary structure for the Deputy President.
Salary Structure for the Deputy President
The gross monthly salary for the Deputy President in FY 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 remains KES 1,227,188, broken down as follows:
| Financial Year | Gross Monthly Salary (KES) | Basic Salary (KES) | House Allowance (KES) | Salary Market Adjustment (KES) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023/2024 | 1,227,188 | 736,313 | 300,000 | 190,875 |
| 2024/2025 | 1,227,188 | 736,313 | 300,000 | 190,875 |
Salary Market Adjustment ensures that the Deputy President’s salary aligns with the market rates for similar executive positions.
Additional Benefits for the Deputy President
1. Official Transport
- The Deputy President is provided with official transport in accordance with the government’s transport policy.
2. Medical Cover
The Deputy President, one spouse, and up to four children under 25 years receive the following annual medical benefits:
- Inpatient Cover: KES 10 million
- Outpatient Cover: KES 300,000
- Maternity Cover: KES 150,000
- Dental Cover: KES 75,000
- Optical Cover: KES 75,000
3. Retirement Benefits
- The Retirement Benefits for Deputy President and Designated State Officers Act, 2015 applies to the Deputy President.
4. Insurance Coverage
- Group Life Insurance: Coverage equivalent to three times the annual pensionable salary.
- Group Personal Accident Cover: Coverage equal to three times the annual pensionable salary.
5. Travel Allowances
- The Deputy President receives daily subsistence allowances for both local and foreign travel, as determined periodically by SRC.
6. Airtime Allowance
- The Deputy President is allocated KES 20,000 per month for official communication.
7. Official Residence
- The State provides an official residence for the Deputy President, along with household amenities and attendants.
- This benefit is not convertible to cash.
8. Security
- Security is provided as per recommendations by the Inspector-General of Police and cannot be monetized.
9. Annual Leave Allowance
- The Deputy President receives an annual leave allowance of KES 50,000.
- Leave days cannot be converted into cash.
Exclusions
- Any remuneration or benefits not explicitly mentioned above are not payable unless SRC officially revises them.
This salary and benefits structure remains in effect until the next SRC review.
