Does Onja pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Onja employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Onja. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Onja?

97% of Onja employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Onja 4.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.6 for culture and values and 4.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Onja?

Software Developer (3) , English Course Designer (2) , Operations Assistant (2) , Operations Officer (2)

What are the pros of working at Onja according to real employee reviews?

"Supportive team, purpose" ((in 6 reviews)); "Professional Growth: Onja offers a lot of opportunities to develop both personally and professionally." ((in 3 reviews)); "The people here are all very passionate, hardworking, and want to genuinely make a positive impact." ((in 3 reviews)); "we keep learning all the time and there is a lot of opportunity for growth thanks to the managers who are giving all the tools and pieces of advice to advance." ((in 3 reviews)); "Growth Opportunities: Plenty of chances to learn new skills and advance in your career." ((in 2 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Onja according to real employee reviews?

"The problems are denied by the management and suggestions for improvement do not get through." ((in 3 reviews)); "1. Lack of Experienced Team Members: While Onja is committed to developing young talent and promoting from within, this sometimes means there is a lack of more experienced team members." ((in 2 reviews))

Onja Reviews

4.2

97% would recommend to a friend

(41 total reviews)

79% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (41 reviews)

Onja has an employee rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars, based on 41 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Onja employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Non-profit and NGO industry (3.7 stars).

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41 reviews

4.0

11 Dec 2025

Great inclusive, friendly workplace.

Hiring officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

- Flexible hours - Autonomy of work and trust - Internal movement

Cons

- The fact that we always have to socialize (good but not every day) - Need some allowances for relocation

3.0

1 Dec 2025

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Operations officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Onja values people over diplomas - they recognize your potential, not just your credentials. This opens real doors for talented individuals who might otherwise be overlooked. The organization genuinely invests in your professional growth, creating a supportive environment where you can thrive and develop your skills. Being part of a mission that lifts people out of poverty through tech education gives deep meaning to the work.

Cons

Living in Toamasina is expensive - rent and daily costs are high compared to other parts of the country. The salary can feel insufficient to maintain a comfortable standard of living, especially for supporting a household.

4.0

30 Oct 2025

Onja can be great

Communications officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Onja’s purpose is truly inspiring, the team is supportive, inclusive, and mission-driven. Everyone is approachable which creates a great sense of community. Onja values flexibility and well-being, which makes the work environment feel human and respectful.

Cons

Things move quickly and priorities can shift often — it’s exciting but can also be challenging if you prefer a slower, more structured routine. There can be a lot of micromanaging in certain areas, which sometimes makes it hard to feel fully trusted or autonomous. It can limit creativity and slow down decision-making.

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