Jobs in Senegal: finding a role in Dakar
In Dakar, jobs are concentrated on a few job boards, LinkedIn and large employers' career pages. Young people can also use the public youth employment agency.
Channels
- Senegalese job sites such as Senjob.
- ANPEJ, the youth employment agency.
- Career pages of telecoms (Sonatel), banks and industry.
- NGOs and international organisations.
| Channel | Cost | Reliability | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| National job boards | Free | Good when the employer is named | All profiles |
| WhatsApp and Facebook groups | Free | Variable: check every offer | First jobs, local offers |
| Free | Good | Managers, NGOs, international firms | |
| Public employment agencies | Free | Good | Graduates, youth employment schemes |
| Employer and international organisation websites | Free | Very good | Targeted profiles, UN and NGO roles |
Golden rule: an offer that asks you to pay to apply or to "reserve" a job is a scam.
Applying to large companies
They often screen CVs by software: use the ad's words and a real-text PDF. Expect online tests.
The CV in Senegal
One or two pages in French, often a photo, plus languages: Wolof, Pulaar and English.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find a job in Dakar?
Senegalese job sites, LinkedIn, company career pages and ANPEJ.
Do I need French in Senegal?
Yes for almost all roles.
Which languages should I list?
French, English and national languages.
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