FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Applications
What profiles is C3 looking for?
Professionals and specialists from Cabo Verde and the diaspora: civil engineering, infrastructure, cloud and DevOps, data and GIS, AI, water and environment. Open profiles are listed on the Candidates page.
How do I apply for an opening?
Open the page of the opening you are interested in (see all openings) and use its application button. The form sends your application directly to C3; if sending fails, it offers to send it by email instead. No suitable opening? Use the Join C3 form for an unsolicited application.
Can I share my profile without applying for a specific opening?
Yes. You can use the candidate form to share your expertise and availability at any time.
Can I apply if I live abroad?
Yes. The network is open to professionals in Cabo Verde and the diaspora. Tell us where you live and whether you’re willing to travel or relocate.
What happens after I send my application?
C3 reads your application and replies by email. If your profile could match a need, we talk with you about your experience, your availability and the assignments you’re interested in.
Assignments and terms
What kinds of assignments does C3 offer?
Consulting and expert assignments on projects in Cabo Verde: studies, support to the project owner, construction supervision, cloud architecture, data and AI, water and environment.
Do assignments take place on site, remotely or in a hybrid mode?
It depends on the assignment. The location and way of working (on site, remote or hybrid) are agreed for each assignment before it starts.
What terms are set before an assignment starts (duration, pay, travel)?
The scope, deliverables, duration, location, travel, compensation and contract terms are clarified for each assignment.
Who signs the assignment contract?
The contractual set-up is defined for each assignment before it starts. C3 explains clearly who the parties to the contract are before you commit.
What follow-up does C3 provide during the assignment?
C3 stays in touch with both the company and the consultant to check in and answer questions during the assignment.
Can C3 help me prepare my arrival in Cabo Verde?
For some placements, C3 offers a call before departure, a checklist of formalities to verify and local introductions for temporary housing. Ask whether this support is available for the opening you are interested in. See our support.
Which formalities should I check before working in Cabo Verde?
They depend on your situation: permanent return, or a stay for an assignment or a job. The Formalities section of the Candidates page helps you find the right contact.
How can I estimate my budget if the assignment is in Praia?
The simulator on the Candidates page lets you adjust rent, groceries, utilities and fuel to estimate your monthly budget in CVE and euros.
Who covers travel and housing?
It depends on the opening. The plane ticket, temporary housing and local travel are specified for each assignment: ask at the first conversation what is covered and what remains at your own expense.
Companies
What needs can C3 help us with?
Civil engineering, infrastructure, cloud and DevOps, data and AI, environment and the blue economy: studies, project management, support to the project owner, construction supervision, data platforms. See our areas of expertise.
How do we send our request to C3?
Request a call or email us at contact@c3cv.com. We’ll talk through your project and the skills you need.
How does C3 select the profiles it proposes?
We first take the time to understand your project and your team, then look in our network for experience that fits the need, taking location, timing and availability into account.
How soon can we receive the first profiles?
It depends on the need and on who is available. We give you a timeline from our first conversation.