Published on and written by Cyril Jarnias
Recruiting qualified personnel is a major challenge for companies looking to establish or expand in Madagascar. This guide presents the key steps and specificities of recruitment in this Indian Ocean island nation.
The Secrets to Successful Recruitment in Madagascar
To recruit effectively in Madagascar, it is recommended to:
- Clearly define the desired profile and required skills
- Post the job opening on major Malagasy job sites
- Use local recruitment agencies familiar with the market
- Consider cultural specificities during interviews
- Carefully verify candidates’ diplomas and references
- Offer attractive compensation to attract top talent
It is important to adapt your recruitment strategy to the local context to find the right profiles.
Protecting Workers’ Rights: A Legal Imperative
Malagasy labor law strictly regulates employer-employee relationships. The main rights to respect are:
- A mandatory written employment contract
- A legal minimum wage (SMIG) to be observed
- A legal workweek of 40 hours
- Annual paid leave of 2.5 days per month worked
- Mandatory social protection (CNaPS)
- Prohibition of child labor for those under 15
Failure to comply with these obligations exposes the employer to severe penalties.
Top Agencies to Facilitate Your Recruitment
Several reputable recruitment firms can assist you:
- Michael Page Madagascar
- Manpower Madagascar
- Adecco Madagascar
- RH Solutions Madagascar
- Talents & Carrières Madagascar
These agencies have a large pool of candidates and are thoroughly familiar with the local job market.
Choosing the Right Employment Contract
The main types of contracts in Madagascar are:
- Permanent contract (CDI)
- Fixed-term contract (CDD), limited to a maximum of 2 years
- Seasonal contract
- Apprenticeship contract
- Temporary employment contract
The CDI remains the standard for stable jobs. The CDD must be justified by the temporary nature of the position.
Essential Documents for Hiring
To hire legally, you will need to obtain:
- The employee’s ID card or passport
- Their resume and diplomas
- A medical certificate of fitness for work
- Their CNaPS registration number
- A work permit for foreign nationals
Be sure to verify the authenticity of all these documents before hiring.
Key Steps in the Recruitment Process
Recruitment in Madagascar generally follows these steps:
- Defining the position and writing the job posting
- Publishing the ad (job sites, social networks, etc.)
- Prescreening resumes
- Phone interviews followed by in-person interviews
- Technical and/or personality tests if necessary
- Reference checks
- Selecting the final candidate
- Salary negotiation
- Signing the employment contract
- Hiring declaration with social organizations
Allow an average of 1 to 3 months to complete a recruitment in Madagascar.
Good to Know:
The Malagasy job market is highly competitive in certain sectors like IT or finance. Be responsive in your recruitment process to avoid losing top talent.
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