WAEC Nigeria Recruitment 2026: Official Overview
WAEC • Nationwide (All States)
For this cycle, WAEC is seeking to fill nine (9) key vacancies across its various offices in Nigeria. The recruitment aims to attract disciplined, tech-savvy, and result-oriented professionals to maintain the Council's standards of integrity.
Available Positions
The vacancies are divided into high-level officer roles (Level 08/09) and assistant/support roles (Level 06/07):
| S/N | Position Title | Required Qualification | Level/Cadre | |
| 1 | Examination Officer (General Duties) | B.Sc / B.A / HND | Officer (L08/09) | |
| 2 | Examination Officer (Accounts) | B.Sc / HND (Accounting) | Officer (L08/09) | |
| 3 | Examination Officer (ICT) | B.Sc / HND (Comp. Science) | Officer (L08/09) | |
| 4 | Confidential Secretary V | B.Sc / HND (Sec. Studies) | Secretarial | |
| 5 | Assistant Examination Officer II (General) | ND / NCE | Assistant (L06/07) | |
| 6 | Assistant Examination Officer II (Accounts) | ND / NCE (Business/Acct) | Assistant (L06/07) | |
| 7 | Assistant Examination Officer II (ICT) | ND / NCE (Comp. Science) | Assistant (L06/07) | |
| 8 | Assistant Examination Officer II (Audit) | ND / NCE (Business/Acct) | Assistant (L06/07) | |
| 9 | Assistant Confidential Secretary | ND (Secretarial Studies) | Secretarial |
Eligibility & Requirements
WAEC maintains strict criteria to ensure the security and quality of its operations.
Age Limit: Applicants must be 40 years old or younger by the closing date of the application.
O'Level Standard: A minimum of five (5) credits in WASSCE/SSCE/GCE, including English Language and Mathematics, in one sitting (or six credits in not more than two sittings).
Computer Literacy: This is compulsory for all positions. You must be proficient in basic office applications.
NYSC: Degree and HND holders must possess a valid NYSC Discharge, Exclusion, or Exemption Certificate.
Specific Academic Qualifications
Officer Roles: Bachelor’s Degree or HND (Minimum of Second Class Lower/Lower Credit) in relevant fields like Accounting, Computer Science, Secretarial Studies, or Social Sciences.
Assistant Roles: National Diploma (ND) or NCE from a recognized institution in relevant disciplines.
Professional Edge: For Accounts and Audit roles, certifications like ICAN, ACCA, or ATS are significant advantages.
Why Join WAEC?
Competitive Renunciation: WAEC offers an attractive salary package structured according to the Council’s specific Conditions of Service (which often differ from the standard Federal Civil Service scale).
Job Security: As an international body, WAEC provides a stable career environment.
Professional Training: New recruits undergo world-class training in examination management, security, and administrative efficiency.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
Applications are strictly online. There are no physical forms to fill out.
Visit the Portal: Go to the official recruitment website:
https://recruitment.waec.com.ng .Register: Create an account using a functional email address and phone number.
Complete Profile: Upload your CV and required documents (O'Level results, Degree/ND certificates, and NYSC certificate).
Verification: Double-check your entries. False declarations lead to automatic disqualification and possible prosecution.
Submit: Ensure you receive a confirmation that your application has been successfully received.
⚠️ SCAM ALERT: WAEC recruitment is FREE. The Council will never ask you to pay any fee for "slots," processing, or training. Avoid anyone promising to "influence" the process for money.
Deadline: Monday, May 25, 2026.
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