The West African Examinations Council (WAEC), an foremost sub-regional examining body, invites applications from suitably qualified Nigerians to fill various professional and administrative positions within its workforce. This recruitment exercise is aimed at enhancing the Council's operational capacity and maintaining its high standards of academic assessment.
I. AVAILABLE POSITIONS
Applications are invited for the following roles across multiple cadres:
EXAMINATIONS OFFICER CADRE (LEVEL I - III)
- Examinations Officer (General Duties)
- Examinations Officer (Accounts)
- Examinations Officer (ICT)
ASSISTANT EXAMINATIONS OFFICER CADRE (LEVEL III)
- Assistant Examinations Officer III (General Duties)
- Assistant Examinations Officer III (Accounts)
- Assistant Examinations Officer III (ICT)
- Assistant Examinations Officer III (Audit)
SECRETARIAL CADRE
- Confidential Secretary II
- Confidential Secretary V
II. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
All applicants must satisfy the following baseline criteria to be eligible for the screening process:
- O-Level Qualifications: A minimum of five (5) credits (including English Language and Mathematics) at one sitting, or six (6) credits in not more than two sittings in WASSCE/SSCE/GCE.
- Age Limit: Applicants must not be more than forty (40) years of age as of the application closing date.
- Computer Literacy: Professional proficiency in computer applications is compulsory for all roles.
- NYSC Status: For Degree and HND holders, a valid Discharge, Exclusion, or Exemption Certificate is mandatory.
III. SPECIFIC ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must possess qualifications relevant to their desired cadre from recognized institutions:
EXAMINATIONS OFFICERS
- A Bachelor’s Degree or HND in relevant disciplines such as General Duties, Accounting, Banking/Finance, or Computer Science/ICT.
ASSISTANT EXAMINATIONS OFFICERS III
- A National Diploma (ND) or NCE in relevant fields of study.
CONFIDENTIAL SECRETARIES
- A Bachelor’s Degree, HND, or OND in Secretarial Studies, Office Technology Management, or Secretarial Administration.
IV. REMUNERATION AND CAREER GROWTH
WAEC provides a competitive and attractive remuneration package that aligns with the Council’s specific conditions of service. Beyond financial benefits, the organization offers a structured environment for career development and professional advancement within a sub-regional framework.
V. APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested and qualified candidates are to submit their applications electronically:
- Recruitment Portal: Visit https://recruitment.waec.com.ng.
- Submission: Complete the online form accurately and upload all required supporting documents.
- Closing Date: Monday, 25th May, 2026.
Note: To maintain the integrity of the process, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessments.
CONCLUSION: JOINING A LEGACY OF EXCELLENCE
WAEC remains committed to merit-based recruitment. We encourage all dedicated professionals who meet the requirements to apply and contribute to the future of educational assessment in West Africa.
Please be guided accordingly.
Signed:
Management
West African Examinations Council