The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is inviting applications from qualified candidates who wish to serve as ad-hoc staff during the 2027 General Election for the position of Presiding Officer (PO).
About the Independent National Electoral Commission
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) was established by the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to, among other responsibilities, organise elections for various political offices in the country.
Job Title: Presiding Officer (PO)
Location: Nationwide
Employment Type: Ad-hoc
Job Field: Government / Public Service / Elections
Application Closing Date: 18th November 2026
Requirements
Applicants should meet one of the following eligibility categories:
- NYSC: Serving Corps members.
- Former NYSC: Former Corps members who completed their service not earlier than three years before the date of the election, specifically in 2024, 2025 or 2026.
- Federal & State Tertiary Institutions: Students in their penultimate year, as well as students in Year 2 and Year 3 of study.
- MDAs (Federal and State): Permanent staff with OND or NCE qualifications and on GL 07–14.
Basic Requirements
- Applicants must not be members of any political party.
- Applicants must not have demonstrated or expressed support for any candidate or political party.
- Applicants must reside in the state selected during the application process.
How to Apply
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Applicants are advised to complete and submit their applications before the application deadline.
Application Closing Date
18th November 2026 at 12:00 midnight.