The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has opened its recruitment portal for Nigerians interested in serving as ad hoc staff during the 2027 general elections.
The commission announced the development in a public notice published on its official X handle, confirming that the INEC Pres portal was activated on Friday, September 18, 2026, for prospective applicants.
The recruitment exercise forms part of INEC’s preparations for the 2027 general elections, as the electoral body moves to strengthen its personnel capacity ahead of the nationwide polls.
Interested applicants are expected to access the designated recruitment portal and follow the application procedures outlined by the commission.
INEC has scheduled the application portal to close at midnight on Wednesday, November 18, 2026.
The available positions include Supervisory Presiding Officers, Presiding Officers, Assistant Presiding Officers, Registration Area Centre Managers and Registration Area Technical Support personnel. Eligibility requirements vary by position, with applicants required to meet the commission’s specified criteria.
Prospective applicants are advised to review the requirements carefully and submit their applications before the deadline.
