What are the dos and don'ts of finding a job in Madagascar?

Member since 30 May 2013

PriscillaViP09 August 2017 09:38:06

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Hello everyone,

Where is the best place to start when looking for a job in Madagascar? Is it better to job-hunt by directly contacting the company of your interest, or should job-seekers rely on a recruitment agency, for example?

Are there any unique aspects that job-seekers should consider when preparing their CV/résumé and cover letter? Should a photo be included?

Do you have any tips on interview conduct in Madagascar? Are there any particulars, such as greetings or behavioural customs?

In you opinion, is knowledge of the local language or a regional language necessary to successfully apply for a job? What level of the language should job-seekers have mastered?

Thank you for sharing your experience.

Priscilla

LilBuster Active member

Member since 13 May 2010

LilBusterActive member22 November 2017 05:49:31

Greetings,

First of all, depending on what you intend to do, a specific visa is needed. An Internet-based operation is not affected by local taxes. And the services here are good enough to be successful. Also, if this is the case, you only need to know the languages of your client base.

Otherwise, Malagasy prefer Malagasy over foreigners. Fact. I drove a motorcycle for years, but any time there is a problem with a local scooter, <I stay away because <i nwo my insights and experience "are not applicable" in Madagascar, as was once pointed out to me during a workshop with experiences drawn from 60+ countries.