WAEC Nigeria announces job vacancies, 2026

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) invites applications from suitably qualified Nigerians to fill several staff vacancies within the organization. Below are the details regarding positions, requirements, and application procedures.

Available Positions

• Examinations Officer (General Duties)
• Examinations Officer (Accounts)
• Examinations Officer (ICT)
• Confidential Secretary II
• Assistant Examinations Officer III (General Duties)
• Assistant Examinations Officer III (Accounts)
• Assistant Examinations Officer III (ICT)
• Assistant Examinations Officer III (Audit)
• Confidential Secretary V

General Requirements

All applicants must meet the following baseline criteria:

• WASSCE/SSCE/GCE: Five (5) credits including English Language and Mathematics at one sitting, or six (6) credits at not more than two sittings.
• Age: Not more than forty (40) years of age as of the closing date.
• Computer Literacy: Compulsory for all positions.
• NYSC: Possession of a discharge, exclusion, or exemption certificate (where applicable for Degree/HND holders).

Specific Academic Qualifications

1. Examinations Officers (Level I - III)

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree or HND in relevant disciplines (General Duties, Accounting, Banking/Finance, or Computer Science/ICT) from a recognized institution.

2. Assistant Examinations Officers III

Requires a National Diploma (ND) or NCE from a recognized institution in relevant fields of study.

3. Confidential Secretaries

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree, HND, or OND in Secretarial Studies, Office Technology Management, or Secretarial Administration.

Salary and Benefits

WAEC offers a very attractive remuneration package in line with the Council’s conditions of service, including opportunities for career development.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should complete their application online via the official recruitment portal:

Link: https://recruitment.waec.com.ng

Closing Date: Monday, 25th May, 2026

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.