Top 10 Jobs You Can Do In Kenya without a Degree
Are you still looking for a job? Are you disillusioned concerning your next step in employment? Well, there is reason to smile as we compile the top ten jobs that are good-paying in Kenya.
The good news is that most of the jobs here will only require basic skills and knowledge from high school. Good interpersonal skills are also important in these jobs.
Here are the top ten jobs you can do in Kenya without a degree.
1. Real Estate agent
Most of the real estate agents we have come across in Kenya do not have a degree. The skill you will need in this job is good communication skills and market knowledge. You will also need Basic Maths as you will need to do some calculations as you are working as a broker. Your interpersonal skill will come in handy as you strive to connect your clients to the owners.
2. Cab Driver
As a cab driver, you can earn up to Kshs. 30,000 in a week. This is a good amount for someone without a degree. However, it is important to note that you will need a driving license to become a driver. Good communication skills are also important in this job, especially when handling customers. In order to work with Uber of Bolt, you may have to look at the requirements for the job on their websites.
3. Insurance Agent
You can make a six-figure salary by being an insurance agent in Kenya. In this job.
4. Tour Guide
The job is basically having experience in handling a group of people in any travel agency. One must know the destinations and difficulties faced in handling a group of people.
Travel agencies in the country like TrippyGo Tours & Travel employ people and send them on tours as guides. It is a lot more fun traveling with people and then earning huge amounts of money for having fun with people on tours.
5. Blogger
Bloggers who are dedicated to their job earn up to Sh, 300, 000 each month. It is important to note that you do not need a degree to blog.
To become a blogger you need to first choose the platform you will base your blog e.g. WordPress. WordPress is the most popular and many people use it.
Then you will need to pay for hosting services and then set up your blog. The design is the next step where you will need to make your site appealing both on the mobile and computer or tablet screens.
Installing useful plugins like Google Analytics and Yoast SEO helps in setting up your site when starting.
Choosing an opening to work on or a niche is hard enough but to have an idea in mind makes your work easier.
Regular posting on your site will bring in a good audience. The final step is sharing your content widely and then monetizing your site via Google Adsense.
6. Web Developer
The good thing about developing a website is that all the knowledge you need is available online and for free. You may also choose to attend a coding camp for a few months and this will help you get the required experience to start.
To be a top-notch web developer, you will need to put your profile out there and in a clear well-detailed manner. A Github or Linked In is a good idea.
7. Becoming a Politician
Yes, this is absolutely a great idea but only if you succeed to win the elections. You can vie for the MCA or the MP seat and start earning a good amount of money. The Popular you are the better.
8. Graphics Designer
To become a graphic designer without having a degree you will need to know how to use either CorelDRAW, Adobe Design, Adobe Illustrator, or Adobe Photoshop. Within a month of learning, you can be good for a start and begin gaining useful experience. However, learn to get paid for what you do, otherwise, you will not be able to put food on the table.
9. Digital Marketer
One of the most sought-after skilled personnel is those in Digital Marketing. May digital marketers around do not even have a degree. A good social media presence on various platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter will be a useful idea. Besides, having certifications in Facebook Blueprint, Google certifications, Hubspot certifications, and Linkedin Learning will help convince people
10. Social Media Manager
It is the most recent job of all the one-mentioned above. Every great company is involved in social media in one way or another. A strong social media presence captures the attention of most people is it in education, politics, fashion, hospitality, real estate, travel, etc.
Interactive campaigns, storytelling, or other brand-building ways propel companies to even greater heights in terms of marketing attracting the attention of their customers.
A good grasp of how Google analytics work is important. This is because you will need to write your monthly reports in order to know whether you doing it right. Some of the social media managers in Kenya earn as much as Kshs. 40,000 on a monthly basis.
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