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Nafasi addresses uneven employment distribution by empowering recruiters to efficiently filter and categorize over 50,000 CVs within seconds, significantly improving candidate quality and swiftly matching them with recruiters without constraints.

01.01 Décrivez votre projet en détail

Nafasi addresses uneven employment distribution by empowering recruiters to efficiently filter and categorize over 50,000 CVs within seconds, significantly improving candidate quality and swiftly matching them with recruiters without constraints. This process slashes sorting time from 5 hours daily to mere minutes, freeing up to 25 hours weekly for recruiters. Nafasi drastically reduces recruitment expenses, saving over 40% monthly. For job seekers, Nafasi offers valuable pre-value services like CV reviews and career tips while keeping their CVs up-to-date. Unique features include filtering seekers with diverse skills, accessing expert insights from past interviews, and providing unlimited job posts and searches for recruiters.

01.02 Quel est le problème principal que vous essayez de résoudre ?

Recruiters face the challenge of sorting large volumes of CVs in today's competitive job market, which is costly and time-consuming. This process often results in qualified candidates being overlooked and outdated CVs cluttering databases. Additionally, the expense of wide-range job advertising remains a significant concern, and job vacancies often remain unfilled for long periods, further delaying immediate local employment. These challenges widen the employment distribution gap as skilled workers migrate to other regions or countries for better opportunities, leading to a regional mismatch between available jobs and workforce skills. This imbalance perpetuates poverty and stifles economic development. The World Bank highlights that over 12 million young people enter Sub-Saharan Africa's job market annually, yet many struggle to find employment.

01.03 Dites-nous quels sont les principaux avantages et/ou bénéfices de l'utilisation du produit/service que vous souhaitez fournir par votre projet (au moins 3).

Nafasi offers significant benefits for both recruiters and job seekers. Firstly, it drastically reduces the time required to sort through large volumes of CVs, from hours to mere minutes, improving efficiency and productivity for recruiters. Secondly, it enhances the quality of candidate selection by using advanced filtering and categorization, ensuring that the most suitable candidates are matched with job opportunities. Thirdly, Nafasi significantly cuts recruitment costs, saving over 40% per month on recruitment expenses. Additionally, job seekers benefit from valuable services such as CV reviews and career tips, and recruiters gain access to insights from past interviews and unlimited job posts. By addressing these key pain points, Nafasi helps bridge the employment distribution gap, facilitating better job matches and promoting economic development.

01.04 Veuillez décrire précisément à qui s'adressera le produit/service de votre projet. Quels sont les bénéficiaires visés ?

Nafasi targets two primary groups: SMEs and job seekers in Sub-Saharan Africa. For SMEs, which account for 90% of businesses and employ 60-70% of the global workforce, Nafasi provides a solution to the costly and time-consuming task of sorting through large volumes of CVs, enhancing recruitment efficiency and quality. Job seekers, especially young people entering the job market, benefit from services like CV reviews and career tips, helping them improve their job prospects.

01.05 Quand avez-vous commencé à travailler sur votre projet ?

01/08/2023

01.06 Combien y a-t-il de propriétaires sur votre projet en plus de vous ?

1

01.07 Parmi les autres propriétaires, combien sont des femmes ?

0

01.08 Veuillez décrire le profil des autres propriétaires de votre projet (compétences, expérience, etc.).

Nicholaus Humphrey Mwakibete is a seasoned entrepreneur and designer specializing in business development and branding. He was honored as a Top 100 Executive in 2023, highlighting his expertise in recruitment and strategy accumulated over nearly half a decade. Nicholaus has played a pivotal role in shaping custom B2B SaaS solutions for regional markets. His significant contributions include leading the data harvesting and analysis processes for the LiveBall project and designing effective strategies to streamline data collection channels. His innovative approach and strategic insights have been instrumental in advancing different projects' market presence and operational efficiency.

01.09 Si vous avez un site web, une page sur les médias sociaux (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin...) ou une application, veuillez fournir le(s) lien(s) ici :

https://nafasi.io/

01.10 Quel est le secteur d'activité qui décrit le mieux votre projet ?

h) Technologies de l'information (services numériques, équipements et logiciels)

02.01.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Pas de pauvreté'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.01.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

By facilitating employment opportunities, Nafasi directly contributes to poverty reduction, addressing SDG 1. By streamlining the hiring process and ensuring that SMEs can quickly find the right talent, Nafasi helps individuals secure stable jobs and income. This not only improves their economic situation but also helps lift families out of poverty. By enhancing employment distribution and providing job seekers with tools to improve their employability, Nafasi plays a crucial role in reducing poverty and fostering economic stability.

02.02.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Faim Zéro'

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02.02.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.03.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Bonne Santé et Bien Être'

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02.03.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.04.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Éducaiton de Qualité'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.04.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Nafasi supports SDG 4 by offering job seekers valuable pre-value services such as CV reviews and career tips. These services enhance the skills and employability of job seekers, promoting lifelong learning opportunities. By providing insights from past interviews and helping candidates improve their resumes, Nafasi ensures that job seekers are better prepared for the job market. This emphasis on continuous learning and skill development aligns with the goal of ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education for all.

02.05.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Égalité entre les Sexes'

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02.05.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.06.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Eau Propre et Assainissement'

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

02.06.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.07.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Énergie Propre et Abordable'

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

02.07.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.08.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Travail Décent et Croissance Économique'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.08.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Nafasi tackles SDG 8 by revolutionizing the recruitment process, enabling SMEs to efficiently filter and categorize thousands of CVs within seconds. This innovation drastically reduces sorting time and recruitment expenses, freeing up valuable time and resources for businesses. By facilitating quick and efficient matching of candidates to job vacancies, Nafasi promotes productive employment and decent work for all. This contributes to sustained economic growth by ensuring businesses can find the right talent quickly, leading to increased productivity and economic stability.

02.09.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Industrie, Innovaiton et Infrastructure'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.09.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Nafasi addresses SDG 9 by leveraging advanced technology to create a more efficient recruitment process. The platform's ability to handle large volumes of CVs and provide valuable pre-value services, such as CV reviews and career tips, exemplifies innovation in the recruitment industry. By streamlining recruitment for SMEs, Nafasi supports the development of resilient infrastructure and promotes inclusive and sustainable industrialization. The use of technology in recruitment not only modernizes the industry but also enhances the overall efficiency of employment practices.

02.10.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Réduction des Inégalités'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.10.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Nafasi tackles SDG 10 by providing SMEs with the tools to find and hire qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds. This inclusive approach helps reduce inequalities within and among countries by ensuring that job seekers from various demographics have equal opportunities for employment. By offering features such as filtering for multi-sector skills and experiences, Nafasi ensures that diverse talent pools are accessible to recruiters, promoting equality and reducing biases in the hiring process. This contributes to a more inclusive job market, where all candidates have a fair chance at employment.

02.11.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Villes et Communautés Durables'

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

02.11.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.12.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Consommation et Production Responsable'

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

02.12.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.13.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Luttle contre les Changements Climatiques'

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

02.13.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.14.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Sous-Marine'

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

02.14.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.15.01 Mon projetp contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Terrestre'

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

02.15.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.16.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Paix, Justice et Institutions Efficaces'

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

02.16.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.17.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Parteneriats pour la Réalisation des Objectifs'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.17.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Nafasi significantly contributes to the "Partnerships for the Goals" (SDG 17) through strategic collaborations and knowledge-sharing initiatives. Firstly, it partners with SMEs and industry leaders to enhance recruitment efficiency, creating a robust network that drives collective economic growth. By integrating with educational institutions, Nafasi ensures alignment between academic curricula and industry requirements, preparing graduates for the job market. Finally, Nafasi shares data insights and best practices with stakeholders, fostering a collaborative environment where businesses, educational institutions, and policymakers can learn and develop effective strategies together.

05.01 Il existe un grand nombre de clients qui utilisent déjà un produit/service très similaire à celui que nous envisageons de créer.

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05.02 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer représente un type de produit/service entièrement nouveau

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

05.03 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer pourrait être décrit comme une nouvelle technologie

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05.04 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer est une amélioration d'un produit ou d'un service existant

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

05.05 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer pourrait être décrit comme une extension d'une gamme de produits ou de services

6

05.06 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer répond à une demande ou à un besoin qui n'a pas été satisfait par d'autres produits/services.

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

05.07 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer est une nouvelle version d'un ancien produit/service

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

05.08 Justification de mon projet

Nafasi caters to a niche market where only a small number of customers currently use similar products or services, such as LinkedIn Recruiter and Niajiri. It does not represent an entirely new type of product or service, as online recruitment has been practiced through various job sites. However, Nafasi introduces relatively new technology by offering a local public CV database with comprehensive search and filtering options that are not currently available. As recruitment is a component of HR, Nafasi can be described as an extension of the range of HR services. It addresses unmet demands by providing unique features such as real-time CV sorting, multi-sector skill filtering, and insights from expert interviews, which are not fully addressed by existing solutions. These innovative features allow businesses to streamline their hiring processes, reduce time and costs, and respond to a need for more efficient and effective recruitment practices in a competitive job market.

05.09 Qui sont vos principaux potentiels concurrents et qu'est-ce qui vous différencie d'eux ?

Nafasi’s main potential competitors are LinkedIn Recruiter, Multiple online job posting sites, and Niajiri. LinkedIn Recruiter is a global platform with a vast user base but lacks the localized focus and customizability that Nafasi provides for African markets. Online sites offer job postings and candidate searches but do not match Nafasi’s real-time CV sorting and filtering. Niajiri, while providing a local job board, lacks advanced features like multi-sector skill filtering and insights from expert interviews that Nafasi offers. Nafasi stands out by being tailored to the unique needs of SMEs in Africa. Utilizing cloud-based technology, we offer unlimited capacities for searches and customer data. This allows us to floor prices for starting packages, providing users with extensive functionality and enhanced value at a significantly lower cost compared to many SaaS systems that impose capacity limits.

10.06 Menez-vous des actions au sein de votre communauté pour promouvoir le rôle des femmes entrepreneurs ?

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