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  4. Traditional chiefs and heads of village

Traditional chiefs and heads of village

Traditional chiefs and heads of villages perform a variety of legislative, administrative and ceremonial tasks and duties, determined by ancient traditions, as well as by the division of rights and responsibilities village chiefs and the local, regional and national authorities.

Skill level: Skilled

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  • Salary range for the majority of workers in Traditional chiefs and heads of village - from Ksh61,584 to Ksh523,399 per month - 2025.
  • A Traditional chiefs and heads of village typically earns between Ksh61,584 and Ksh204,789 net per month at the start of the job.
  • After 5 years of service, this is between Ksh93,527 and Ksh352,547 per month for a working week of 45 hours.

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Job Responsibilities

  • Allocating the use of communal land and other resources among households in the community or village
  • Collecting and distributing surplus production of the community or village
  • Settling disputes between members of the community or village
  • Disciplining members of the community or village for violation of rules and customs
  • Performing ceremonial duties in connection with births, marriages, deaths, harvests and other important occasions
  • Representing the community or village on local or regional councils
  • Informing the community or village about government rules and regulations

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