Jobs and Working in Sierra Leone 2026

Practical guide to finding work in Sierra Leone. NGO jobs, mining sector, private sector and work permit requirements.

Main Employment Sectors

NGO and international organisations (UNICEF, WFP, IRC, MSF), mining sector (diamonds, rutile, gold), government, telecommunications, and a growing fintech and retail private sector.

Work Permits for Foreign Nationals

Work permits from the Ministry of Labour are required before commencing employment. Your employer typically sponsors the application. Contact the Ministry of Labour in Freetown for current requirements.

Finding Work Opportunities

NGO jobs: ReliefWeb, DevNetJobs, individual organisation career pages. Private sector: LinkedIn Africa, local newspapers, word of mouth through the expat community network.