Hire in Tanzania
Reach 2,100+ qualified candidates across Dar es Salaam, Mwanza, Arusha, and beyond. Post your first job free, pay in TZS, and start hiring within 48 hours.
Why hire on GeraJobs in Tanzania
Hire across Dar es Salaam and Arusha — Tanzania’s busiest commercial corridors.
List in Swahili and English. Auto-translation built into GeraJobs.
Pay candidates in TZS via M-Pesa, Tigo Pesa, Airtel Money, or bank transfer.
Tanzania Labour Market at a Glance
Workforce data: NBS Tanzania — Integrated Labour Force Survey 2020/21
Top hiring sectors in Tanzania
- ✓Mining (gold, tanzanite)
- ✓Agriculture & agribusiness
- ✓Tourism & hospitality
- ✓Telecom & ICT
- ✓Construction
Compliance in Tanzania
Tanzania Employment and Labour Relations Act 2004 governs employment contracts; written contracts are mandatory above 6 months. NSSF (private) and PSSSF (public) contributions are statutory.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to post a job in Tanzania?
Your first job post is free. Boost packages start from a small fee in TZS — pricing varies by reach (regional vs national vs sponsored). View live pricing on the pricing page.
What is the average salary I should offer in Tanzania?
Average monthly salary across all sectors is TSh 750,000. Tech, finance, and senior roles command 2-4x this baseline. Use the salary guide to benchmark by role.
How do I pay candidates in Tanzania?
Tanzania employers settle payroll through M-Pesa (Vodacom), Tigo Pesa, Airtel Money, NMB Bank, CRDB Bank, bank transfer. GeraJobs supports all major local rails — there is no FX conversion if you pay in TZS.
What labour laws apply in Tanzania?
Tanzania Employment and Labour Relations Act 2004 governs employment contracts; written contracts are mandatory above 6 months. NSSF (private) and PSSSF (public) contributions are statutory.
How quickly can I receive applications?
Most employers receive their first qualified application within 24-48 hours of publishing. Sponsored / boosted listings receive applications within hours.
Can I post in the local language?
Yes. Post titles and descriptions in sw or English — candidates auto-translate listings.
Ready to hire in Tanzania?
Post your first job free. No credit card. Receive applications within 48 hours.