Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) focuses on conservation and management of wildlife. These wildlife has promoted various things in the country such as job creation, source of tourist attractions leading to the country earning more revenue, among others.
KWS are very important persons in Kenya. Have you been wondering what is work of KWS in Kenya? The roles of KWS in Kenya include:
1. Conserve and manage wildlife in Kenya.
2. Provide security for wildlife and visitors in national park , wildlife conservations, etc.
3. Coordination and implementation of ecosystem plans.
4. Promote commercial activities in order to achieve wildlife conservation.
5. Collect revenue from tourists in order to promote the country’s economy.
6. Establish Forensic laboratories.
So, what is the KWS salary in Kenya? The basic salary of a KWS officer in Kenya is Ksh.37,890 per month excluding allowances.
KWS officers salary in Kenya vary drastically depending on factors such as KWS rangers ranks, work experience, gender, location, level of education among others.
KWS Recruitment Salary
New recruited graduates in KWS earn a salary range of Ksh.50,000 to Ksh.75,000 per month with allowances
Newly recruited rangers earn a salary range of Ksh.25,000 to Ksh. 50,000 per month including all allowances.
KWS Community Scouts Salary In Kenya
KWS Community Scouts assist in wildlife conservation in the country.
KWS Community Scouts salary per month ranges from as low as Ksh.15,000 to as high as Ksh.25,000 on a monthly basis.
KWS community scouts salary structure is based on the level of the KWS scout.
KWS Vacancies
Job vacancies available at Kenya Wildlife Service include:
a. Head of supply chain management at KWS, Naivasha.
b. Head of corporate communication at KWS.
c. Internal Auditor at Kenya Wildlife Service.
d. Webmaster at Kenya Wildlife Service.
e. Secure yourself a high paying job before it’s too late.
Conclusion
Wildlife are sources of wealth within and outside the Kenyan boarders. With the aid of Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) Kenya has been able to conserve and manage wildlife for both security purposes and commercial purposes as well. Besides, joining KWS requires minimum qualifications yet pays a high salary on a monthly basis.
