About the Role
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is seeking dedicated, impartial, and competent individuals to serve as Assistant Presiding Officers (APOs) for upcoming electoral exercises. As an APO, you will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth conduct of polling unit operations, voter verification, and ballot management in accordance with the Electoral Act and guidelines. This role is ideal for patriotic Nigerians who are eager to support sustainable democracy and uphold electoral integrity.
Key Responsibilities- Assist the Presiding Officer with the opening and closing of the polling unit on election day.
- Manage voter accreditation using the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) and verify voter registers.
- Ensure orderly conduct of voters within the polling area and maintain compliance with electoral guidelines.
- Assist in sorting, counting, and recording of votes cast at the polling unit.
- Complete statutory election result sheets accurately and handle election materials responsibly.
- Must be a serving NYSC Corps member, or a former Corps member who graduated within the last three years (2024, 2025, 2026).
- Students in penultimate year or years 2 and 3 with IT knowledge from Federal and State tertiary institutions are eligible.
- Permanent staff of Federal and State MDAs holding an OND or NCE on Grade Level 07 to 14.
- Strictly must not be a member of any political party or have expressed open support for any political candidate.
- Must be resident in the specific State where the application is submitted.
- Demonstrated high standards of integrity, neutrality, and attention to detail.
- Contribute meaningfully to nation-building and the strengthening of Nigeria's democracy.
- Earn competitive honoraria and allowances as approved by the electoral commission for election duties.
- Receive comprehensive official training on electoral processes, technology, and crowd management.
- Gain valuable operational experience to enhance your professional resume.