From house help to security guards, office support to skilled trades, we source, screen and place ready-to-work professionals across Nairobi and East Africa — usually within 48 to 72 hours.
Outsource Center 254 exists so that Nairobi households, offices, hotels and institutions don't have to run a separate recruitment process for every role they need to fill. Whether it's a nanny for a young family in Kilimani, a night-shift guard for a warehouse in Industrial Area, or a temporary events crew for a wedding in Karen, our pool of pre-vetted professionals means you're choosing from candidates who have already cleared identity, reference and skills checks — not starting a search from zero.
Below is a full breakdown of the staffing categories we cover. Each comes with its own screening standard suited to the role, transparent terms, and a single point of contact for as long as the placement lasts.
Every category below is sourced from the same vetted talent pool and backed by the same replacement guarantee.
Nannies, house managers, cooks and gardeners placed into Nairobi homes after identity verification, live-in or live-out reference checks, and a practical skills walkthrough covering childcare, cooking or household management as relevant to the role. We match on both competence and household fit — language, dietary experience, and working hours are confirmed upfront so there are no surprises in week one.
Licensed guards and patrol staff for gated homes, offices, retail premises and events. Every candidate is checked against a valid Private Security Regulatory Authority licence, has documented firearm or unarmed-duty training where applicable, and passes a background clearance before deployment. We can staff single-post residential guards or full multi-shift rotations for commercial sites.
Trained cleaning staff for offices, residential blocks, retail units and one-off jobs such as post-construction or move-out cleans. Teams arrive with agreed supplies and equipment where required, work to a documented schedule, and are supervised on larger contracts so quality holds up over months, not just the first visit.
Electricians, plumbers, carpenters and general artisans available for one-off repairs or ongoing maintenance contracts. Trade candidates are verified against relevant certificates and a portfolio of completed work before they're eligible for placement, so you're not vetting a stranger's toolkit on your own doorstep.
Receptionists, administrative assistants and general office support placed into corporate environments where professionalism and discretion matter as much as the skill itself. Candidates are assessed on communication, basic software proficiency and prior office experience before being shortlisted for interview.
Waitstaff, chefs, bartenders and event crews for hotels, restaurants and functions of any size. We staff single events on a day-rate basis or provide ongoing shift cover for hotels managing seasonal occupancy swings, with crews who arrive briefed on the specific event or venue standard beforehand.
Personal drivers, fleet drivers and riders vetted for valid licence class, defensive-driving certification, and a clean route history. Whether you need a dedicated household driver, cover for a fleet during peak periods, or dispatch riders for a delivery operation, candidates are matched to the specific vehicle class and route demands of the role.
Trained caregivers for elderly care, postnatal support and general in-home assistance. Candidates are checked for certification in basic caregiving or first aid, prior client references, and comfort with the specific care needs of the household, whether that's mobility support, medication reminders, or companionship for an elderly relative.
The same process applies whether you're hiring one nanny or staffing an entire hotel floor for peak season.
Share the role, working hours, and any specific requirements through our contact form or a quick call.
We match pre-vetted candidates from our pool against your requirements and send you a shortlist within 48–72 hours.
Meet or interview your preferred candidate directly, then confirm the placement and start date with us.
Contracts, statutory compliance and ongoing support sit with us for the length of the placement.
ID verification, reference checks, skills assessment, certificate checks and an interview before any profile goes live.
Most roles filled within 48–72 hours because candidates are pre-screened before a request comes in.
NSSF, SHIF and PAYE obligations are managed by us as employer of record for outsourced placements.
If a placement doesn't work out early on, we source a replacement at no extra recruitment cost.
One dedicated contact for every placement, from first request through to ongoing support.
Short-term, seasonal or permanent placements — no long-term commitment required to get started.
We needed a full events crew for a 300-guest function with nine days' notice. Outsource Center 254 had a shortlist to us in two days and every single hire showed up briefed and on time.
— Operations Manager, Nairobi-based events companyWe place staff across Nairobi County and surrounding areas, with growing coverage in other major Kenyan towns. Not sure if we cover your location? Ask us directly.
Tell us the role and we'll send a shortlist of vetted candidates within 48–72 hours.