Venture for Africa
Menu

Startup recruiting · Talent community

Creatively bridging talent gaps for fast-growing teams.

A startup recruiting service and talent community enabling top local and global professionals to transition into the African startup ecosystem.

Find talent → Explore roles

Supporting Exciting Companies

CarbonTuracoDiolJetstreamTushopShekel MobilityAjocardMercy Corps VenturesWasokoFarmz2U

For Founders and Startup Leaders

Plug into a global network of senior non-tech talent

We offer fast-growing tech companies in Africa the opportunity to connect with experienced non-engineering professionals from Africa and around the world. These senior managers bring a wealth of experience from a wide range of sectors and industries. They can hit the ground running, deliver key results, and are excited about transitioning to full-time roles with high-growth startups.

Learn more →

For Experienced Talent

Better visibility and access to startup opportunities

Whether you're looking for your next challenge or planning a major career move, joining the Venture for Africa community gives you a unique opportunity to gain startup experience and local industry knowledge while contributing to meaningful impact at a leading African startup.

Open Roles →

The model

De-risk your hiring

Hiring senior roles takes time to find the right fit for your team. Our innovative trial-to-hire model allows you some breathing space and time to find the right candidate, reduce the risk of making the wrong decision and save up to 50% on compensation for experienced hires.

Work With Us →
4+ yrs
Minimum experience for the talent we place
20–25 hrs
Per week, for a defined engagement
3 months
Trial-to-hire, before a full-time decision
Up to 50%
Saved on compensation for experienced hires
Professionals reviewing work together

Are you actively hiring for key roles this quarter?

We work best with startups who are looking to hire mid to senior-level talent across product management, strategic finance, operations, business development, marketing and growth roles.

  • Product management
  • Strategic finance
  • Operations
  • Business development
  • Marketing
  • Growth
Get in Touch →

The community

Level up your career alongside a highly-curated network of peers.

Our exclusive community provides you with the perfect platform to not only expand your professional growth but also gain valuable insights from industry experts. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to build meaningful and lasting relationships with like-minded individuals who share your passion and ambition.

Learn More →
Venture for Africa community members

Are you looking to transition into working with startups?

The VFA experience best suits professionals who have a minimum of 4 years of experience, can dedicate 20-25 hours per week for a period of 3 months and are excited about the possibility of transitioning to full-time work with tech startups in Africa.

Get Started →