Profile of Ali Abdullahi Surraw, The New Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of SRC

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Profile of Ali Abdullahi Surraw, The New Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of SRC

Ali Abdullahi Surraw is a Kenyan public servant who was recently appointed as the Commission Secretary and CEO of Kenya’s Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) after vetting by the National Assembly in December 2025.

He was previously serving as the Assistant Registrar for Regulation & Compliance at the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP), bringing extensive HR and public administration experience. 

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He’s a seasoned administrator who has risen from political parties to managing public sector remuneration. 

Early Life and Educational Background

Ali Abdullahi Surraw was born and raised in Wargadud, in Mandera County, in Kenya, where he is considered a “son of the soil.”

While his full primary and secondary school names are not highlighted, he is a Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP), thus a qualified human resource expert, a credential that was central to his vetting and subsequent appointment as the CEO of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).

• Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) – He holds a Member of the Kenya Institute of Management (MKIM) designation, reflecting his background in strategic management and leadership.

During his vetting in December 2025, he highlighted extensive and professional training in Human Resource Management and public institution management, which he has applied across county and national government sectors. 

Career Background

• SRC CEO – Appointed Dec 2025 and approved in January 2026 to lead the body responsible for rationalizing public sector wages.
• ORPP Assistant Registrar – Held a key leadership role in compliance and strategic guidance for political parties.

He has significant experience in county and national government, human resources, and the management of public institutions, with certifications as a Human Resource Professional. 

Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) – December 2025 – Present

He is the new Commission Secretary and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

His appointment was vetted and approved by the National Assembly’s Committee on Labour on December 4, 2025.

Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) – 2020 – 2025

He served as the Assistant Registrar in charge of Regulation and Compliance, having been nominated for this role in September 2020 by President Uhuru Kenyatta and serving for a five-year term.

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During this time, he also held the position of Deputy Registrar for Compliance and Regulations.

Prior Public Service Roles – Before 2020

During his vetting, Surraw highlighted a diverse track record, having worked in various capacities.

• County Government, where he gained experience in sub-national administration and resource management.
• National Government, serving in various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
• Parastatals- he held management roles within state corporations.
• Constitutional Commissions and Independent Offices- he worked in regulatory and oversight bodies before his senior roles at the ORPP and SRC

Ali Abdullahi Surraw Family Background

Public information about his immediate family is not available and remains private, but he has repeatedly advocated for gender equality.

Net worth

As of 2026, the specific net worth of Ali Abdullahi Surraw has not been publicly declared.

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