Working abroad can be life-changing, offering better salaries, new experiences, and the chance to support families back home. However, like any major life decision, it comes with its own set of challenges. At DSP Recruitment Agency, we don’t just help you secure a job — we stand by you throughout your overseas journey.
Here are some of the most common challenges faced by Kenyan workers abroad and how we help them overcome them:
⚠️ 1️⃣ Culture Shock
The Challenge:
Adjusting to new cultures, languages, food, and customs can be overwhelming for first-time travelers.
How We Help:
Our Pre-Departure Orientation programs train candidates on cultural expectations, workplace etiquette, language basics, and religious customs in their destination country — making the transition smoother.
⚠️ 2️⃣ Homesickness
The Challenge:
Many workers experience loneliness and homesickness while adjusting to life away from family and friends.
How We Help:
We encourage candidates to stay connected through regular phone calls, social media, and community groups abroad. Our post-deployment monitoring team regularly checks in on our candidates to offer emotional support and address their concerns.
⚠️ 3️⃣ Delayed Salaries or Contract Issues
The Challenge:
Some overseas workers occasionally encounter salary delays, unclear job responsibilities, or contract misunderstandings.
How We Help:
At DSP Recruitment Agency, we work exclusively with vetted, reputable overseas employers. In case of any contract disputes or welfare issues, our support team intervenes promptly to resolve matters in coordination with foreign partners and Kenyan embassies.
⚠️ 4️⃣ Health and Safety Concerns
The Challenge:
Getting sick or injured abroad without knowing where to turn can be frightening for workers in a foreign country.
How We Help:
Before deployment, we ensure candidates are covered by health insurance and medical screening. In case of emergencies, we connect them with embassy contacts and employer medical services while offering guidance from our Nairobi office.
⚠️ 5️⃣ Language Barriers
The Challenge:
Communication difficulties in a new country can affect work performance and confidence.
How We Help:
We offer basic language training and practical phrases during our pre-departure sessions, focusing on greetings, workplace terms, and emergency phrases to help candidates settle in comfortably.
🎯 Our Commitment
At DSP Recruitment Agency, your safety and welfare matter to us long after you’ve left Kenya. We maintain regular contact with our candidates, and in the rare event of a serious issue, we coordinate support through the appropriate channels — because when you work with us, you become family.
Are you ready for a new opportunity abroad with a trusted partner by your side?
Visit our Nairobi office today and let’s plan your next career move together.
