Build the Future of African Literature With Us
BooksAfrrik is building a platform that connects African books, authors, publishers, readers and literary communities with audiences across the continent and around the world.
Why BooksAfrrik?
We believe Africa's stories deserve to be discovered, celebrated and shared everywhere. Our work sits at the intersection of literature, publishing, technology, culture and community.
Africa at the Centre
Our work is rooted in Africa and its diverse literary cultures. We are building with a continental perspective while creating connections with readers and audiences globally.
Purpose-Driven Work
What we build has a purpose beyond technology or commerce. We want to help create greater visibility, access and opportunity for African authors, books and publishing.
Creative & Collaborative
BooksAfrrik brings together people from different disciplines, backgrounds and perspectives. We value thoughtful collaboration, creativity and a willingness to build something meaningful.
Global Perspective
African literature has a global audience. We are building experiences that can serve communities across Africa while helping African literary culture reach readers everywhere.
What We Value
The way we work matters as much as what we build.
Purpose
We work toward a clear mission: creating greater visibility, connection and opportunity for African literature and the people who create it.
Excellence
We care about quality. From technology and design to editorial work and partnerships, we aim to produce work we can be proud of.
Curiosity
We ask questions, learn continuously and remain open to new ideas, technologies, perspectives and possibilities.
Community
Literature is built around people. We respect the authors, readers, publishers, creatives and communities we serve.
Integrity
We believe trust is essential. We strive to communicate honestly, act responsibly and treat people with respect.
Impact
We focus on work that creates meaningful and lasting value for African literary communities and their global audiences.
Areas We May Hire For
As BooksAfrrik grows, opportunities may emerge across different areas of our business. These may include full-time roles, part-time opportunities, contract work, internships, fellowships, creative collaborations and other forms of engagement.
- Technology & Software Development
- Product & User Experience
- Editorial & Content
- Publishing & Literary Programmes
- Marketing & Communications
- Community & Partnerships
- Business Development
- Design & Creative
- Operations & Administration
- Research & Data
Current Opportunities
Our available positions will be listed here as they open.
No current vacancies? We are continuously building our network of talented people across Africa and globally. If there is no suitable opening listed at the moment, you can still introduce yourself to us and tell us how you believe you could contribute to BooksAfrrik.
Help Us Shape What Comes Next
We are interested in people who care deeply about Africa, literature, publishing, technology, creativity and building useful things for real communities.
Whether you are an experienced professional, an emerging creative, a technologist, a publishing specialist or someone bringing a perspective we have not considered, we would love to hear from you when the right opportunity arises.
For career enquiries and expressions of interest, contact us at careers@booksafrrik.com .