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Visit our office at Marsabit Plaza along Ngong Road in Nairobi, where our team is ready to support you with expert HR, payroll, and recruitment solutions.

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FAQs

Find answers to common questions about our services, tools, and processes.

What HR and payroll services does Center Board provide?

Center Board provides end-to-end HR compliance, payroll processing, statutory tax management (PAYE, NSSF, SHIF, Housing Levy), employee onboarding, and talent management solutions tailored for Kenyan SMEs and growing enterprises.

How does Center Board ensure statutory tax compliance?

Our payroll systems and HR specialists continuously track updates from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Social Health Authority (SHA/SHIF), NSSF Act, and Affordable Housing Levy guidelines, ensuring accurate calculations, timely deductions, and audit-ready remittance filings.

Can Center Board manage payroll for remote and hybrid teams in Kenya?

Yes. We support full payroll administration for on-site, hybrid, and distributed teams across Kenya and East Africa, including automated payslip delivery and direct bank/mobile disbursement reporting.

How do I get started with Center Board's payroll outsourcing?

Simply reach out through our Contact page or call +254 798 983 368. Our specialists will review your current payroll structure, headcount, and statutory requirements to set up a seamless transition.

Will employee records and payroll data remain secure?

Absolutely. We adhere to rigorous data privacy standards and statutory confidentiality protocols, utilizing encrypted data storage and secure role-based access controls for all client information.

Are Center Board's salary calculators updated for 2026 Kenyan tax laws?

Yes. All Center Board tax calculators incorporate current KRA PAYE tax bands, personal relief (KES 2,400/month), statutory NSSF Tier I & Tier II rates, the 2.75% SHIF contribution, and the 1.5% Affordable Housing Levy.

How does the Gross-to-Net salary calculation work?

The calculator starts with gross income, subtracts allowable pension deductions (NSSF), calculates taxable pay, applies progressive KRA PAYE brackets, deducts personal relief, and subtracts post-tax deductions (SHIF and Housing Levy) to yield your exact take-home pay.

Can I calculate employer statutory costs using Center Board tools?

Yes. Our specialized Employer Cost Calculator computes total employer liability including matching NSSF contributions (Tier I & II) and the 1.5% employer Housing Levy contribution.

Does Center Board provide international tax calculators?

Yes. Center Board offers dedicated tax calculators for 20 countries worldwide—including the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, South Africa, Nigeria, UAE, and East African neighbors—allowing professionals and remote workers to calculate take-home pay across different jurisdictions.

Are the calculators completely free to use?

All calculators on Center Board are 100% free and do not require registration or personal data entry.

How do I apply for jobs featured on Center Board?

When you find a vacancy of interest, click "View Details" or "Apply on Employer Portal." Center Board connects you directly to the verified employer's official application page or portal where you can submit your application.

Does Center Board charge any recruitment or application fees?

No. Center Board does not charge job seekers any fees for viewing, searching, or applying to job vacancies. All application services are completely free.

What types of job opportunities are featured on Center Board?

Center Board features verified vacancies across United Nations agencies, international NGOs, leading Kenyan corporations, banks, technology startups, and public institutions across Administration, Finance, HR, Technology, Logistics, and Executive leadership.

How frequently is the job database updated?

Our job engine continuously indexes and refreshes verified openings to ensure that listed opportunities remain current and active.

Can employers post vacancies on Center Board?

Yes. Employers and talent acquisition teams can contact our recruitment team via info@centerboard.co.ke or our Contact page to discuss job listings and talent sourcing.

What career tools are available on Center Board?

Center Board provides a suite of intelligent career tools including the AI CV Builder (ATS-friendly templates), AI Cover Letter Maker (tailored letterheads & tones), AI Career Coach (multi-turn career chat), Curated Interview Questions with STAR answer frameworks, and the Kenyan Salary Guide.

How does the AI CV Builder optimize my resume for ATS?

The AI CV Builder structures your qualifications, work history, and key competencies into clean, recruiter-friendly layouts designed to pass Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) used by major employers.

How does the AI Cover Letter Maker help my applications?

Powered by advanced Gemini AI, the tool crafts customized cover letters based on your target position, employer, key strengths, and preferred tone (Professional, Confident, Modern, or Creative).

Can I use the Interview Question tool for specific roles?

Yes. The tool features curated questions across Accounting, Tech, HR, and Management, complete with recruiter psychology insights, sample STAR-method answers, and custom AI answer generation for any specific job title.

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