Are you looking for a total change to your life with new surroundings? Apply to work in Africa! This continent is huge with 54 different countries and so many unique cultures and languages. From short term seasonal and summer jobs, to working holidays and long term careers, there are lots of employment opportunities.
Latest Paid Vacancies in Africa
TUI
TUI is the world’s largest travel company and they are hiring summer kids clubs reps to work at holiday resorts in Egypt. Seasonal and permanent contracts are available with competitive salaries and more added benefits.
Game Ranger Course in South Africa
• 8 weeks • Price from £6,645
Become an accredited Field Guide and forward your conservation career training in South Africa in some of the best wildlife locations in the country. You will gain skills and qualifications applicable to many conservation careers and there’s an optional placement to give you the opportunity to gain experience and secure the best possible start to your career.
Volunteer Work in Africa
If you would like do something rewarding, although generally unpaid you could apply to volunteer in Africa. Projects are available to help people, communities, the environment and wildlife.
A Guide to Working in Africa
Africa is diverse with super modern cities, beautiful beaches and some of the best places to see exotic wildlife in the world. Thousands of foreigners are hired every year to work in different industries from healthcare, to IT, to tourism and NGO’s.
Despite what your prejudged impressions of Africa might be, for example most people initially think about the extreme poverty, there are lots of countries with thriving economies and more and more international companies are opening up branches here.
Multinational companies already established and recruiting in Africa include Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Deloitte, PwC just to name a few. Whilst various travel and tour operators, hotels, and resorts hire summer and English speaking staff all year round.
For the ultimate career change you could take a safari guide training course and get paid to work as a wildlife guide in spectacular national parks.
Reasons to Work in Africa
Not sure this continent is for you? Here is why you should apply:
• Experience somewhere totally different to Europe, Asia, the Pacific and the Americas
• See incredible places like Victoria Falls and Mount Kilimanjaro in your spare time
• Get close to exotic wildlife like elephants, rhinos, lions and cheetahs
• Thriving huge modern cities throughout the continent
• An international workforce and the chance to meet people from all over the world
Best Countries to Find Work in Africa
You can find employment throughout the continent and these are some of the most popular destinations with foreigners:
• Egypt
• South Africa
• Kenya
• Tanzania
• Namibia
• Seychelles
Jobs for Foreigners in Africa
These are some of the best industries which hire thousands of staff every year:
• Travel and tourism
• Tour and safari
• Hotels and hospitality
• Teaching and education
• NGO
Visa, Eligibility & Requirements
Are you wondering how to legally work in Africa? Every country has different entry requirements but to work in any you will need a visa or work permit. This usually needs to be applied for in-advanced before arriving.
Before departing for a specific destination you will need to check the latest safety information as some countries are currently unsafe or unstable politically, especially in central Africa.