Is a job in the military something you're considering? One of the simplest ways to enter the military is as a cadet, and the military offers a wide variety of career paths and prospects for those who join. Typically, the Kenya Defense Force will put out an advertisement for entry-level posts where a large number of people can enlist at once. Knowing what is expected of a cadet will help you decide whether or not to apply for the role. Where do cadets fit into Kenyan society?
Being a part of the armed services has always been a popular choice, and the motivations for doing so are as diverse as the people who make up the military. Many people apply to join the Kenyan armed forces during the annual statewide cadet recruitment exercise. Explain the job's responsibilities, compensation, and perks.
Exactly who is this mysterious "cadet"?
Job openings for cadets are posted annually in Kenya. Job-seekers in Kenya eagerly await this recruiting drive so they might join the country's armed services. Many people aim for the job, but they might not realize how important it is. When someone says they are a cadet in Kenya, what do they mean exactly?
Once an officer completes their training in Lanet, he or she will be promoted to the rank of cadet. Among the ranks of commissioned officers, they hold the lowest rank. The cadet's first rank is that of second lieutenant, and they will maintain it for a period of three years after their designation.
Competencies required of Kenyan cadets
In order to enter the military via a cadet program, you must first ensure that you meet the prerequisites listed. The KDF often seeks out General Service Officers (GSOs) and Specialist Officers to fill its ranks.
Provisions for General Duties of GSOs and Specialist Officers
The following are the minimum standards that any applicant for the Kenyan Defense Forces must meet:
Be a citizen of Kenya and Kenya alone.
All applicants must present their original National Identity Card in addition to four photocopies of their National Identity Card and PIN certificate.
General Service Officer cadets, General Duty Recruits, and those taking the Government Trade Test must be between the ages of 18 and 26. Specialist Officers and diploma-holding tradespeople should be under the age of 30, while chaplains and imams shouldn't be over the age of 39.
Possess superior abilities (healthy and fit) on the physical front, as determined by the KDF.
Possess a height of at least 1.52 m (men) or 1.6 m (women).
Have a minimum of 54 kg for men and 50 kilograms for women.
No female applicant or trainee may be pregnant at the time of application or training.
Each officer and tradesman in a specialized capacity should have at least two years of relevant work experience.
Kenyan cadets must meet certain academic requirements.
Before entering the Kenyan cadet training school, prospective recruits must meet certain educational prerequisites.
Cadets training to become General Service Officers
You should have a C+ in English, Math, and one scientific subject and a B average (plain) in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education if you want to apply for this job. In order to get a Bachelor of Science in Military Science and Security Studies, students must complete a rigorous three-year training program.
College freshmen training to become General Service Officers (GSOs).
Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in one of the necessary fields and a mean KCSE grade of B (simple). They study for 11 months to become proficient.
Division of Specialist Officers
Applicants should have at least a B (plain) in the KCSE, with chaplains/imams qualifying with a C+ average (plus). In addition, they need to have a four-year degree in the appropriate field from an accredited university. In order to become a Specialist Officer, one must undergo six months of training.
Enlistees in the Regular Armed Forces
Candidates must have a passing grade of D (plain) or above on the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exam.
Tradesmen/women
Candidates for the technician position are expected to have at least a C (plain) average on the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education and a diploma in the relevant field from an accredited school. Craftspeople, on the other hand, need a Government Trade Test Grade II certificate or a Craft II certificate from a reputable institution in addition to a D+ in KCSE.
In addition, qualified technicians and members of the National Youth Service (NYS) are strongly urged to apply.
To be eligible for training as a constable, prospective candidates must meet specific requirements. They must first be a former member of the Kenya Defense Force or National Youth Service. A person's age must be between 30 and 35 for the former, and between 35 and 45 for the latter.
If you want to join the KDF, you need to put in at least nine years of "color" duty and retire with honor.
An outline of cadet obligations
Do you have questions about what an officer cadet does? All officers in the military begin as cadets, and those who complete their training in their chosen fields get commissioned ranks.
For instance, those with a bachelor's degree can enter the workforce in a variety of entry-level positions, including those in air traffic control, architecture, business management, catering, counseling, environmental science, and many more.
They must carry out their responsibilities as soldiers in accordance with army discipline and their superior's orders.
Kenyan cadets' pay
The government reviews KDF monthly salary every four years, and increases them based on the state of the economy. Let's talk money: how much do cadets in Kenya make?
In addition to additional benefits, cadets receive a monthly salary of about Ksh.70,000. The average annual salary for Kenyan Defense Officers is detailed below.
The starting compensation for a recruit is Ksh.7,172 per month.
Earnings for a Lance Corporal range from Ksh.26,509 to Ksh.50,000 per year.
As a corporal, you can expect to make between Ksh.32,250 and Ksh.70,000 each year.
The salary range for captains is from Ksh.73,182 to Ksh.110,000.
Salaries for professors of majors range from Ksh.102,106 to Ksh.150,000.
Between Ksh.130,735 and Ksh.180,000 per year are allotted to lieutenant colonels' salaries.
Colonel salaries range from Ksh.153,317 to Ksh.300,000.
The wage range for lieutenant generals is from Ksh.632,000 to Ksh.800,000.
The salary range for the Chief of Defense Forces is from Ksh.894,897 to Ksh.1,000,000.
Do cadets receive compensation for their time in training? During the nationwide cadet recruitment process, this is one of the main concerns of potential recruits. While they wait to be promoted to a higher rank and a higher income, KDF officers practice for the lowest possible salary.
Perks Serving in the Kenyan military almost guarantees you a comfortable lifestyle, regardless of your rank. Living in the army barracks has its perks, such as discounted food and other necessities.
In addition to regular pay, those who embark on active duty and participate in missions are eligible for sizable bonuses. These are just two of the many great perks that cadet life in Kenya offers.
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