Expaat helps businesses and companies find and work with the top 5% of tech talent in Africa. It’s easy to get started. As a client, sign up, post your job ad, and we’ll match you with freelancers who are the best fit. Go through their profile, portfolio, and reviews to make a choice. Once you do, you can kickstart your project using all the tools for communication and collaboration provided on Expaat.
What is Expaat?
Expaat is a premium freelance network that offers access to exceptional talent across a range of disciplines, including software development, design, research and writing, marketing and sales, cybersecurity, cloud architecture, data analytics, and data science. Our vetted community of skilled professionals is available to work on your projects, delivering high-quality results that meet your needs.
What can you do on Expaat?
As a freelancer, you can find high-paying freelance gigs from global clients on Expaat. As a client, you can find the top 5% of tech talent in Africa for your project. We guarantee that you’ll get to work with the best talents and enjoy high-quality performance on your projects.
How Does Expaat Work?
As a freelance platform, Expaat works differently for both freelancers and clients.
For Freelancers
1. Sign up on Expaat & Create your profile
Create a strong profile that reflects your skill sets and projects you’ve worked on previously. This helps us to match you with clients in need of your specific skill set. Afterward, you will undergo a vetting process, which includes skill assessments and interviews, to ensure you meet Expaat’s standards.
2. Get matched to jobs
Work with global clients on projects that align with your skillset. Do your best work and receive feedback that makes it easier to match you with other clients. Build your freelance portfolio with Expaat.
3. Get paid fast and securely
Receive your payment upon completion of every job. No delays, no hidden charges. Choose how you get paid.
For Clients
1. Sign up on Expaat & Post your job ad
Create a profile and post your job ad highlighting our specific talent requirements and details of your project. Our advanced algorithms match you to freelancers who are the best fit. Check their profiles and portfolios before you make a choice.
2. Unsatisfied? Get a fast replacement
Every freelancer assigned to you has a trial period. If you’re unsatisfied with their work during this time, speak to the freelancer directly. If issues persist, Expaat provides a replacement for you. The best part? You are only expected to pay when you find the right talent for your job.
3. All your projects, in one place
Manage all your project requirements in one place. After you’ve hired a freelancer, you get your own unique space for messaging, sending files, giving feedback, and making payments. No need to juggle multiple platforms.
Pricing
For freelancers, Expaat does not charge freelancers for payments received from clients. Once you complete a project or milestone, the client will release the funds, which will be transferred to your Expaat account. You can withdraw your earnings using your preferred payment method.
For clients, Expaat charges a small fee on every successful hire made.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
For Clients
1. What distinguishes Expaat?
Our culture is excellence. Our antecedents over the past three years speak for us. We can boast of providing premium, excellent services to our clients across all niches. This is evident in the quality of our talents, project management system, and customer support system.
2. How do I hire a freelancer?
To hire a freelancer, sign up for an Expaat account and post your project with detailed requirements. Our team will match you with the best-suited professionals. You can review their profiles and select the freelancer that fits your project needs.
3. What kind of projects can I post?
You can post projects across various niches, including software development, cybersecurity, branding & design, research, writing, marketing, sales, data science, and analytics. Whether it's a short-term or long-term project, Expaat has the talent to meet your requirements.
4. How does Expaat vet freelancers?
Expaat has a rigorous vetting process that includes reviewing freelancers' skills, experience, and past work. Our team conducts interviews and assessments to ensure that only top-tier professionals are part of our network. Importantly, we only onboard the top 5% of professionals into our niches.
5. How are payments handled?
Payments are handled securely through Expaat's platform. You can fund the project, and payments will be released to freelancers upon the successful completion of milestones or the entire project, as per the agreed terms.
6. What if I am not satisfied with the freelancer's work?
Expaat strives for complete client satisfaction. If you are unsatisfied with the freelancer's work, you can discuss your concerns directly with the freelancer. If issues persist, our support team (contact@expaat.co) can mediate and help resolve any disputes.
7. Can I hire freelancers for long-term projects?
Yes, you can hire freelancers for both short-term projects and long-term projects. Expaat offers flexible engagement models to suit your project duration and complexity.
8. How do I communicate with freelancers?
You can communicate with freelancers through Expaat’s messaging system. This ensures that all project-related communications are centralized and easily accessible.
For Freelancers
1. How do I join Expaat?
To join Expaat, sign up for an account and complete your profile with detailed information about your skills, experience, and portfolio. You will then undergo a vetting process, which includes skill assessments and interviews, to ensure you meet Expaat’s standards.
2. What kind of projects can I find on Expaat?
Expaat offers a diverse range of projects across multiple disciplines. Whether you specialise in software development, branding & design, research, writing, marketing, sales, data science, or analytics, you can find projects that match your skills and interests.
3. How does the vetting process work?
The vetting process involves reviewing your profile, assessing your skills through tests or practical assignments, and conducting interviews. This helps us maintain a high-quality standard within our freelance community, as we are only interested in the top 5% of professionals across our niches.
4. How do I get paid?
Payments are processed through Expaat's secure platform. Once you complete a project or milestone, the client will release the funds, which will be transferred to your Expaat account. You can withdraw your earnings using your preferred payment method.
5. What should I do if a client is unsatisfied with my work?
If a client is unsatisfied with your work, communicate with them to understand their concerns and make necessary revisions. If the issue cannot be resolved, you can seek assistance from Expaat’s support team (contact@expaat.co) to mediate the situation.
6. Can I work on multiple projects simultaneously?
Yes, you can work on multiple projects simultaneously as long as you can manage your time and meet the deadlines for each project. Make sure to communicate your availability clearly to clients.
7. How do I communicate with clients?
You can communicate with clients through Expaat’s messaging system. This ensures that all project-related communications are centralised and easily accessible.
8. Are there any fees for using Expaat?
Expaat does not charge a service fee on the payments you receive from clients.
