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Varshini28
Singaporean looking for information about Kenya
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Registration: 13 October 2016
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New members of the Kenya forum, introduce yourself here 4th quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Kenya forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
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Hi there, Nice to meet you. Oh wow you are working in the UN. I'm looking to get a job there within 2 years. Any advise? Thank you Read More
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Looking for a vehicle to rent- need i rent a Driver too?? by sytchao
I will be in Nairobi for a six month contract and am looking for a vehicle to rent for that period. I was advised to take a driver. Is this recommended?
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HI, thank you so much for the informative reply. I studied in the UK for 4 years and I am from Singapore so I understand what you mean by how the roads can be more stressful. I visited Kenya this summer as my boyfriend grew up there. I am ... Read More
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Looking for a vehicle to rent- need i rent a Driver too?? by sytchao
I will be in Nairobi for a six month contract and am looking for a vehicle to rent for that period. I was advised to take a driver. Is this recommended?
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Hiya thanks a lot for the information. Yes I intend to drive daily. However yes that makes sense to hire a taxi instead of a car as the rates are quite high for daily hire. Any company to recommend? And what are the rates like? From a fellow ... Read More
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Looking for a vehicle to rent- need i rent a Driver too?? by sytchao
I will be in Nairobi for a six month contract and am looking for a vehicle to rent for that period. I was advised to take a driver. Is this recommended?
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Hi, I am looking to rent a car for 6 months within a reasonable budget. Would anyone know where I could find something as such? Thanks x Read More
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Getting into the UN by Varshini28
Hi Folks, I have been doing job hunting and would like to know how difficult it is to ,and a job in the UN. Is it unlikely for fresh graduates to get hired? Thank you x
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HIya,, I am trying to do it now but they have no positions avilable and in order to become a volunteer, you need exerience. If possible could you pinpoint me to the website. Thank you x Read More
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Getting into the UN by Varshini28
Hi Folks, I have been doing job hunting and would like to know how difficult it is to ,and a job in the UN. Is it unlikely for fresh graduates to get hired? Thank you x
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Yes, it seems very hard to get into NGOs and the UN. In fact, even the UN internships are so tough. Do you think I shoudl get some expereicne then before applying? Read More
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Getting into the UN by Varshini28
Hi Folks, I have been doing job hunting and would like to know how difficult it is to ,and a job in the UN. Is it unlikely for fresh graduates to get hired? Thank you x
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Hi, is that so? It seems like they need a lot of experience. So would it be better for me to do an internship and then apply for a job? How did you get in? Thank you x Read More
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New members of the Kenya forum, introduce yourself here 4th quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Kenya forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
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Hiya, that's such a fantastic opportunity. Where did you receive an offer? I would love to have given a job. I've lived in the uk as well. As much it has its perks ill take kenya hahah. The food and it's landscape alone. Go for ... Read More
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Accommodations prices and good places to stay with gated security by Varshini28
HI, nice to meet you. I am a Singaporean looking to move to Kenya. Could you advise me on accommodations prices and good places to stay with gated security? What are the rents like in Kenya? Thank you
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Hiya, Thanks for the reply. Yes I'm really keen on the UN and I honestly would only move if I get an opening there cause it would then be a dream. So it'll be perfect if you knew someone who could advise me. Yes it is indeed tedious a ... Read More
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Singapore Embassy in Nairobi? by Guest96523148
Does anyone knows is there an embassy in Nairobi?
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HI, Are you a Singapore an living in nairobi? That's exciting. Read More
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Accommodations prices and good places to stay with gated security by Varshini28
HI, nice to meet you. I am a Singaporean looking to move to Kenya. Could you advise me on accommodations prices and good places to stay with gated security? What are the rents like in Kenya? Thank you
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Hi, It's nice to meet you. You sound like you love what you do. That's great. I am just looking around for accommodations just in case I get successful with my job hunt, would you be so kind as to introduce me to your apartment. Thank ... Read More
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Looking for legal job by Varshini28
Hi guys, I visited kenya in June and I loved it. There are so many opportunities for career and personal growth. I've decided to start my career off in Nairobi and hopefully a small business. Anyone knows how I should even begin and know of any ...
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Thanks a lot for all of the input. Yes I do know that immigration isn't easy in Kenya. I've seen it for myself as well. Thank you. Therefore I am really hoping I do get a job that would help me with the work permit. Unfortunately for the ... Read More
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Getting into the UN
Hi Folks, I have been doing job hunting and would like to know how difficult it is to ,and a job in the UN. Is it unlikely for fresh graduates to get hired? Thank you x Read More
![](/forum/img/avatars/1800858.jpg?t=1476326524)
![Varshini28 Varshini28](/images/avatars/default/avatar.png)
Accommodations prices and good places to stay with gated security by Varshini28
HI, nice to meet you. I am a Singaporean looking to move to Kenya. Could you advise me on accommodations prices and good places to stay with gated security? What are the rents like in Kenya? Thank you
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Hiya Annabel, Thank you for your help. That has been really helpful. Would you be able to pinpoint me to a website that advertises jobs? I would really love to get into the UN. Read More
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Looking for legal job by Varshini28
Hi guys, I visited kenya in June and I loved it. There are so many opportunities for career and personal growth. I've decided to start my career off in Nairobi and hopefully a small business. Anyone knows how I should even begin and know of any ...
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Thank you for your input x Read More