Careers
Transform territories with us
Join a team committed to transforming the territories of Central Africa. Expertise, impact and fieldwork.
How to read this page
ODT recruits as its assignments require: territorial development consultants, sector experts, analysts, junior profiles. This page says what we look for, how to apply and how quickly we respond.
- Four families of profiles and six key skills, from fieldwork to analysis.
- Real opportunities are shown with their status; unsolicited applications are considered.
- Application: CV (PDF, two pages), cover letter, references if any; acknowledgement within 48 hours.
Why join ODT?
ODT is a territorial development operator committed to the lasting transformation of the territories of Central Africa. We work with local authorities, organisations, investors and businesses to reveal local potential and create shared value.
At ODT, you will take part in concrete and demanding assignments: territorial diagnostics, programme structuring, financing arrangements, support for local stakeholders. You will work in the field, in varied and stimulating settings.
The profiles we look for
Territorial development consultants
Expertise in diagnostics, programme structuring and territorial project design.
Sector experts
Agriculture, infrastructure, health, education, digital, energy, climate.
Analysts and research officers
Data collection and processing, feasibility studies, economic modelling.
Junior development profiles
Motivated graduates keen to learn the craft of territorial engineering.
Key skills
Whatever your profile, ODT values the following skills:
- French (required) and English (desirable)
- Analytical and synthesis skills
- Methodological rigour and attention to detail
- Autonomy and organisational skills
- Ability to work in multi-stakeholder teams
- Field experience in Central Africa (an asset)
Current opportunities
ODT recruits as its assignments require. Opportunities are mainly consultancy assignments (short or long) and permanent positions for experienced profiles.
We also consider open applications from motivated graduates keen to learn the craft of territorial engineering.
XP-NOVA group vacancies
Open positions in all divisions are published on the XP-NOVA careers page. For ODT, send us an open application below.
How to apply
For an open application or a published vacancy, attach your up-to-date CV (PDF preferred) and, if possible, references of relevant assignments or work. Describe your skills and your interest in territorial development in the message.
We acknowledge receipt within 48 hours and get back to relevant profiles within 2 weeks.
Let's talk about your territory
Describe your territory and your ambition: a first response within 48 working hours.