Vacancy: WAEC Job Recruitment 2026. West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has opened its 2026 recruitment exercise in Nigeria, offering opportunities across administrative, finance, ICT, audit, and secretarial functions.
Applications are strictly online, and the deadline is Monday, 25 May 2026.
Overview: What This Recruitment Covers
WAEC is recruiting for nine (9) positions, spanning three core staff levels:
- Examinations Officer (Graduate-level roles)
- Assistant Examinations Officer III (ND/NCE-level roles)
- Confidential Secretary (Specialised administrative roles)
All positions require computer literacy, reflecting WAEC’s digitised examination and administrative systems.
Full List of WAEC Vacancies
Examinations Officer Roles
- Examinations Officer (General Duties)
- Examinations Officer (Accounts)
- Examinations Officer (Information and Communication Technology)
Confidential Secretary Roles
- Confidential Secretary II
- Confidential Secretary V
Assistant Examinations Officer III Roles
- General Duties
- Accounts
- Information and Communication Technology
- Audit
Role-Specific Requirements (Breakdown)
1. Examinations Officer (Graduate Level)
General Duties
- Bachelor’s Degree or HND (any discipline)
- NYSC discharge, exemption, or exclusion certificate
Accounts
- Degree/HND in Accounting, Banking & Finance, or related field
- Professional certifications (e.g., ICAN/ACCA) = added advantage
ICT
- Degree/HND in Computer Science, ICT, or related field
- Relevant certifications = added advantage
2. Confidential Secretary Roles
Confidential Secretary II
- Degree/HND in Secretarial Studies, Office Technology Management, or related field
- NYSC certificate required
Confidential Secretary V
- OND in Secretarial Studies or related discipline
3. Assistant Examinations Officer III (ND/NCE Level)
General Duties
- ND or NCE (any discipline)
Accounts
- ND in Accountancy or Banking & Finance
- ATS (ICAN) or ACCA foundation certification accepted
ICT
- ND in Computer Science, ICT, or related field
Audit
- ND in Accountancy
Mandatory O’Level Requirement (Applies to All Roles)
All applicants must have:
- Minimum of 5 credits, including English Language and Mathematics, in:
- WASSCE, SSCE, or GCE
Sitting Conditions:
- One sitting: Minimum 5 credits
- Two sittings: Minimum 6 credits
This requirement is non-negotiable across all positions.
Age Limit (Strict Enforcement)
- Applicants must not exceed 40 years as at the closing date
Applications outside this age bracket will be disqualified automatically.
Salary and Career Structure
WAEC offers:
- Competitive salary packages aligned with its internal conditions of service
- Structured career progression pathways
- Long-term employment within a reputable regional examination body
How to Apply (Official Process)
All applications must be submitted through the WAEC recruitment portal.
Application Steps
- Access the official WAEC recruitment portal
- Complete the online application form
- Upload all required credentials
- Review and submit before the deadline
Important:
- WAEC does not accept physical submissions
- Only fully completed applications will be considered
Application Deadline
- Closing Date: Monday, 25 May 2026
Late submissions will not be reviewed under any circumstance.
Official Enquiry Channel
For recruitment-related enquiries:
- Email: recruitment@waec.org.ng
Applicants are advised to rely only on official WAEC communication channels to avoid misinformation.
