ECOWAS Announces Job Vacancies Across West Africa

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Are you looking to make a meaningful impact in West Africa while advancing your career? The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has announced vacancies for talented professionals in Nigeria, Senegal, Ethiopia, and Guinea.

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With vacancies spanning security, infrastructure, finance, and administration, ECOWAS is seeking dedicated individuals to contribute to regional integration and development. Applications for these roles opened on April 01, 2026, and will close on April 30, 2026. 

This article will guide you on how to explore the available positions and most especially how you can apply!

About ECOWAS

Founded on May 28, 1975, ECOWAS is a regional intergovernmental organization comprising 15 member states, including Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, and The Gambia. Headquartered in Abuja, Nigeria, ECOWAS works to promote economic integration, peace, and security across West Africa. By joining ECOWAS, you’ll be part of a dynamic team driving impactful programs that shape the region’s future.

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Available Job Vacancies at ECOWAS

In order to ensure an effective implementation of its sectoral programmes, ECOWAS specialized agencies and institutions including the Community Court of Justice, the ECOWAS Parliament, the West African Health Organization (WAHO) and the Intergovernmental Action Group against Money Laundering (GIABA) wishes to recruit qualified and capable, national candidates from ECOWAS Member States in the following areas:

Available Jobs

1. Office Aide (Abuja, Nigeria) X10
2. Conference Technician (Interpretation and Conference Equipment) (Abuja, Nigeria)
3. Programme Assistant (Abuja, Nigeria)
4. Protocol Assistant (GENERIC POOL) (Abuja, Nigeria) X5
5. Documentation & Archives Assistant (Abuja, Nigeria)
6. Nurse (Abuja, Nigeria)
7. Office Manager (Bilingual Secretary) (Abuja, Nigeria) X15
8. Junior Accountant -Disbursements (Abuja, Nigeria)
9. Administrative and Finance Officer (Addis Ababa)
10. Litigation (Abuja, Nigeria)
11. Legal Drafting and International Negotiation (Abuja, Nigeria)
12. Accountant, Grants, Peace Keeping and Others (Abuja, Nigeria)
13. Accountant – Regularization (Abuja, Nigeria)
14. Legal Drafting and International Negotiation (Abuja, Nigeria) (2 positions)
15. Political Advisor (Abuja, Nigeria)
16. PO, Disarmament and Arms Control (Abuja, Nigeria)
17. Principal Officer Multilateral Surveillance (Abuja, Nigeria)
18. PPO, Regional Security (Abuja, Nigeria)
19. PPO Small Arms (Abuja, Nigeria)
20. Principal Officer, Relations with Other ECOWAS Institutions (Abuja, Nigeria)
21. Principal Officer International Negotiation and Codification (Abuja, Nigeria)
22. Principal Officer, Salary Policy & Pension Administration (Abuja, Nigeria)
23. PPO Sports Policy and Programmes Development (Liberia)
24. Principal Programme Officer, Water Supply and Sanitation (Conakry, Guinée)
25. Registrar Verbatim Report (Abuja, Nigeria)
26. Head of Division Library and Documentation (Abuja, Nigeria)
27. Registrar Appeals, Arbitration and Enforcement (Abuja, Nigeria)
28. Registrar Judicial Certified Translation and Interpretation (Abuja, Nigeria)
29. Head, Hansard (Abuja, Nigeria)
30. Principal Programme Officer, Strategic Planning, Research, Monitoring and Evaluation (Dakar, Senegal)
31. Principal Officer, Communications & Advocacy (Dakar, Senegal)
32. Principal Legal Officer (Dakar, Senegal)
33. Principal Officer, Law Enforcement (Dakar, Senegal)
34. Director Administration and Finance (Dakar, Senegal)
35. Director Humanitarian & Social Affairs

Why Join ECOWAS?

Working with ECOWAS offers a unique opportunity to contribute to regional development and integration. Here are a few reasons to consider applying:

Impactful Work: Play a key role in advancing peace, security, and economic growth in West Africa.

Diverse Roles: From security to infrastructure and finance, there’s a position for various skill sets.

Regional Influence: Be part of an organization recognized globally for its success in regional cooperation.

Professional Growth: Work in a dynamic, multilingual environment with opportunities for career development.

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How to Apply for ECOWAS Job Vacancies

To apply, candidates must be citizens of an ECOWAS member state and meet the specific qualifications outlined for each role. 

To see the specific qualifications for each role and how to apply visit: https://www.ecowas.int/careers/

Click on your desired position

Review the specific requirements

Fill in the application and send alongside your CV and motivation letter to the corresponding email address as contained in the application page.

Application Deadline

Apply before April 30, 2026, and take the first step toward a rewarding career with ECOWAS