ECOWAS is recruiting professionals for 9 positions in West Africa including HR Officer, IT Officer, Procurement Officer, Translators, and more. Salary: $16,325 – $52,379 annually. Application deadline: December 2025.
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has announced recruitment for qualified professionals to fill 9 positions within the West African Health Organization (WAHO) and other ECOWAS institutions.
This recruitment drive offers excellent career opportunities for citizens of ECOWAS member states seeking international organisation experience with competitive remuneration packages.
Quick Overview of ECOWAS Recruitment
- Organisation: ECOWAS / West African Health Organization (WAHO)
- Number of Positions: 9
- Location: West Africa (WAHO relocating from Burkina Faso)
- Salary Range: $16,325 – $52,379 annually
- Application Deadline: 8th – 10th December 2025
- Eligibility: ECOWAS Member State citizens only
Available Positions at ECOWAS 2025/2026
The following professional positions are currently open for application:
- Travel and Protocol Officer (Grade P3/P4)
- Webmaster and Network Security Officer (Grade P3/P4)
- Procurement Officer (Grade P3/P4)
- Human Resources Officer (Grade P3/P4)
- Information Technologies & Documentation Officer (Grade P4)
- English Translator (Grade P4)
- Translator Portuguese (Grade P4)
- English Interpreter (Grade P4)
- Driver 3 (Grade G1/G2/G3)
1. Travel and Protocol Officer
| Job Title: | Travel and Protocol Officer |
| Institution: | West African Health Organization (WAHO) |
| Grade: | P3 / P4 |
| Number of Positions: | 1 |
| Directorate: | Administration and Finance |
| Division: | Conferences, Protocol and Language Services |
| Line Supervisor: | Head of Conference, Protocol and Language Services Division |
| Supervising: | Senior Protocol Assistant |
| Salary: | $37,431.66 – $52,379.70 Annually |
| Deadline: | 8th December 2025 |
Job Overview
Under the supervision of the Head of the Conferences, Protocol, and Language Services Division, the Travel and Protocol Officer provides logistical support and protocol services for WAHO staff, Member State delegates, and VIPs during meetings or visits to the Organization, in accordance with host country and/or ECOWAS policies and international good practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop a detailed plan and schedule for quarterly WAHO meetings
- Monitor the implementation of the WAHO Quarterly Meeting Plan
- Coordinate the organization of Statutory and Program Manager meetings
- Coordinate the search for and provision of sites, materials, equipment, and service providers for internal and external meetings
- Develop and maintain a database of contractual hotel and meeting service providers who meet internationally recognised standards, are secure and reliable, and offer competitive rates
- Ensure that colleagues and meeting participants receive detailed and timely information
- Coordinate the handling of diplomatic protocols, privileges, and immunities, including travel services activities
- Coordinate shuttles between airports and hotels, as well as organised trips
- Maintain staff and participant travel database
- Act as contact person for meeting expenses and related information
- Coordinate immigration and airport security formalities for staff and delegates
- Manage all logistical procedures for transport operations, ensuring that customers are informed and comply with travel guidelines and procedures
- Ensure that travel information and recommendations cover identified security risks and security plans
- Carry out any other official duties that may be assigned by line supervisor
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in international relations, political science, humanities, social sciences, or administration from a recognised university
- An advanced degree in one of the above fields is an added advantage
Work Experience Requirements
- At least five (5) years’ increasingly responsible professional experience in the field of protocol, travel, tourism, hospitality, or a related field
- Thorough knowledge of the norms, rules, and customs of international diplomatic protocol, as well as current practices within the ECOWAS system or similar international organisations
- Good knowledge of diplomatic and travel service procedures within a governmental or international organisation, as well as proven experience in developing constructive working relationships with host country governments
- Proven experience in organising international conferences and events
- In-depth knowledge of international travel logistics standards, rules, and practices, as well as those of international organisations
- Good knowledge of the air transport sector, of travel planning within a governmental or international organisation, and proven experience in developing constructive working relationships
How to Apply for Travel and Protocol Officer Position
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications using the job title as the subject of the email to:
- External candidates: vn137tvpr@wahooas.org
- Internal candidates: in137tvpr@wahooas.org
2. Webmaster and Network Security Officer
| Job Title: | Webmaster and Network Security Officer |
| Institution: | West African Health Organization (WAHO) |
| Grade: | P3 / P4 |
| Number of Positions: | 1 |
| Directorate: | Administration and Finance |
| Division: | Administration & Human Resources |
| Line Supervisor: | Professional Officer for ICT and Documentation |
| Supervising: | IT Operations Assistant |
| Salary: | $37,431.66 – $52,379.70 Annually |
| Deadline: | 8th December 2025 |
Job Overview
Under the supervision of the Information, Communication and Documentation Technology Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for managing the WAHO website, local network, and Internet/Intranet servers (web, messaging, DNS, firewall, etc.). He/she is also responsible for IT security.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain the WAHO website
- Ensure website conforms to defined standards and design, configure servers, and adjust communication parameters to improve efficiency
- Ensure that servers and browsers are configured to optimise the visibility of the WAHO website to a wide audience
- Ensure web page compatibility with different browsers and perform quality control on third-party content
- Maintain and develop web applications
- Prepare documentation on web best practices
- Develop HL/ASP pages and code in PHP, integrating various comment parameters
- Ensure a user-friendly experience on the website
- Ensure regular updating of all website content by the Communications team
- Provide expertise in intranet renovation and maintenance
- Configure and optimise web and mail servers (Intranet and Internet)
- Manage the virtualisation of the WAHO web infrastructure
- Be responsible for IT security
- Carry out Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) to evaluate the risks associated with data processing
- Ensure that data protection principles are respected in business processes
- Raise awareness and train WAHO staff in data protection policies and best practices
- Promote a data protection culture within the Organisation
- Manage data subjects’ requests for access, modification, deletion, or portability of their personal data
- Ensure that mechanisms are in place to enable individuals to exercise their data protection rights
- Maintain the Registers of Processing Activities (RoPA) in accordance with the RGPD
- Ensure Internet access is available to the entire Organisation
- Perform any other official duties as may be assigned by line supervisor
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, business systems analysis and design, information systems management, or any other ICT-related field from a recognised university
- A higher qualification or training in cybersecurity would be an asset
Work Experience Requirements
- At least 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in web design, development, implementation, and maintenance of information and communication technologies
- Experience in data protection, compliance, cybersecurity, or a similar field would be an advantage
- Good knowledge of the ECOWAS ICT infrastructure and strategy in relation to the area(s) of use
- Thorough knowledge of all aspects of the design, development, management, implementation, and maintenance of complex web projects using web content management systems and technologies
- Good knowledge of high-level web programming languages (PHP, ASP.NET, HTML, CSS, etc.) and programming skills, including structured/object-oriented design, relational systems (MS-SQL/MySQL), web platforms (Linux/Apache/Windows), scripting (JavaScript, jQuery, Perl, Linux shell scripts), and query or interrogation languages
How to Apply for Webmaster and Network Security Officer Position
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications using the job title as the subject of the email to:
- External candidates: vn139web@wahooas.org
- Internal candidates: intvn139web@wahooas.org
3. Procurement Officer
| Job Title: | Procurement Officer |
| Institution: | West African Health Organization (WAHO) |
| Grade: | P3 / P4 |
| Directorate: | Administration and Finance |
| Division: | Administration and Human Resource |
| Line Supervisor: | Principal Professional Officer (PPO) |
| Supervising: | Procurement Assistant |
| Salary: | $37,431.66 – $52,379.70 Annually |
| Deadline: | 8th December 2025 |
Job Overview
Under the supervision of the PPO in charge of Administration and Human Resource, the Procurement Officer will ensure the day-to-day management of procurement activities in accordance with ECOWAS texts and the relevant regulations of the Technical and Financial Partners, in application of the Project Financing Agreements. He/she will be responsible for all procurement-related activities of WAHO, including procurement planning, implementation of procurement processes, as well as preparation of Procurement Plan evaluation reports and contract management.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop an annual WAHO Procurement Plan
- Proactively identify and respond to requests
- Ensure the execution of procurement activities in accordance with the approved Procurement Plan
- Stay up to date with market conditions including sources of supply, prices, availability of products, competitiveness of products, and to ensure that fair and reasonable rates are applied prior to any procurement
- Prepare tender/bidding documents, contracts, purchase orders, and other documents relating to the procurement process
- Keep track of the progress of each procurement process, from request to delivery or acceptance, ensuring that priorities are met
- Work with the DAF to ensure the availability of funds for procurement and to resolve any funding issues relating to procurement activities at an early stage
- Review technical specifications for goods and terms of reference for services and ensure that they comply with ECOWAS and donor directives, standards, regulations, procedures, and policies, where applicable
- Organise the methodical archiving of the Organisation’s procurement files and enter into a database, for each procurement procedure (goods, services, works, intellectual services), information relating to technical specifications, the source of supply, the costs applied, delivery times, supplier performance assessments, and any other information relating to quality criteria
- Analyse all procurement request documents to ensure that the description and specifications required for the goods are clear, that the budgets allocated are available, and that the budget lines are appropriate
- Prepare periodic, quarterly, and annual procurement reports
- Ensure that all contractual commitments arising from contracts concluded are systematically communicated to the DAF
- Take the necessary measures to ensure that the supervision of contract performance complies with the specific requirements of each contract
- Ensure that committees are set up for receipt of goods, works, and consultancy services, and that these goods, works, and services comply with the contract specifications or terms of reference
- Take the necessary measures to ensure the delivery and secure storage of goods at the venues and on the dates agreed in the contracts
- Perform any other official duties as may be assigned by line supervisor
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Procurement from a recognised university
Work Experience Requirements
- At least five (5) years’ professional experience in project and programme procurement in both the public and private sectors
- In-depth knowledge of procurement policies, processes, and procedures, as well as of procurement and accounting techniques
- Analytical and judgmental skills, as well as a sound knowledge of current financial rules and regulations; ability to research and compile information from a variety of sources
- Ability to research, collect, record, and retain all relevant internal controls and information (including electronic format), ensuring that a complete information chain is established and maintained
- Good understanding of all operational processes in order to identify and assess control and monitoring gaps
- Ability to strengthen processes to actively mitigate or eliminate compliance and ethical risks
- Ability to create analytical and statistical models of processes and controls to detect anomalies or gaps
How to Apply for Procurement Officer Position
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications using the job title as the subject of the email to:
- External candidates: vn98procu@wahooas.org
- Internal candidates: intvn98procu@wahooas.org
4. Human Resources Officer
| Job Title: | Human Resources Officer |
| Institution: | West African Health Organization (WAHO) |
| Grade: | P3 / P4 |
| Number of Positions: | 1 |
| Directorate: | Administration and Finance |
| Division: | Administration & Human Resources |
| Line Supervisor: | Principal Professional Officer for Administration and Human Resources |
| Supervising: | Payroll Officer, HR Assistant |
| Salary: | $37,431.66 – $52,379.70 Annually |
| Deadline: | 8th December 2025 |
Job Overview
Under the supervision of the Principal Professional Officer for Administration and Human Resources, the Human Resource Officer will implement the Organisation’s Human Resources Management Strategy. This includes recruitment and selection processes, welcoming and integrating new members of staff, managing payroll, terms of service and contracts, monitoring training and skills development, ensuring compliance with ethical and behavioural rules, implementing incentive measures, monitoring staff welfare, staff appraisals, updating Personnel files, mediating conflicts, preparing the annual leave list, and managing staff terminations or retirements, etc.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement the Organisation’s recruitment policy and procedures, in accordance with ECOWAS regulations
- Supervise the regular updating of Personnel information in the SAP Human Capital Management module (HCM/SAP)
- Ensure that information contained in the Human Capital Management (HCM) module corresponds to that in the payroll module
- Supervise monthly payroll preparation and regular issue of pay slips
- Close monthly payroll in SAP and ensure timely payment of salaries by Finance
- Ensure that all statutory deductions are duly remitted to the appropriate authorities
- Ensure timely completion of annual performance appraisals
- Identify staff training needs on the basis of duly signed performance agreements and appraisal forms, and use these to draw up, coordinate, and implement the annual training Plan and Budget
- Ensure regular updating of Personnel files (whether in paper or digital format)
- Provide advisory services to staff on organisational policies and ensure regular updates on HR policies (The Staff Regulations, Code of Conduct, ECOWAS Procedures Manual, etc.)
- Prepare detailed semi-annual reports on staff strength, staff turnover, and recruitment trends
- Establish and maintain an effective staff leave register
- Assist in underwriting various staff insurance policies, managing medical records, and processing medical claims
- Manage interpersonal relations among staff and ensure a supportive working environment, including the application of sexual harassment guidelines and other professional rules
- Coordinate preparations for the annual staff retreat and other socio-cultural activities
- Perform any other tasks as may be assigned by Line Manager
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resource management from a recognised university
- A higher qualification in human resource management will be a big advantage
Work Experience Requirements
- Seven (7) years of professional experience in human resources management, with proven expertise in policies, practices, and processes covering various sub-functions such as recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labour relations and negotiation, HR information systems, strategic planning, workforce planning, talent management, as well as payroll and position management
- Demonstrated expertise in the creation and management of databases, as well as in the use of specialised computer systems and programs such as SAP/HCM, for the management of recruitment, selection, retention processes, etc.
- In-depth knowledge of job descriptions and skills specifications, to ensure the application of good practice and compliance with appropriate standards within the institution
- In-depth knowledge and technical skills in drafting documents such as contracts, job advertisements, disciplinary notices, and acceptance/appointment letters, etc.
- Professional experience in a regional or international organisation would be an asset
How to Apply for Human Resources Officer Position
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications using the job title as the subject of the email to:
- External candidates: vn141hro@wahooas.org
- Internal candidates: intvn141hro@wahooas.org
5. Information Technologies & Documentation Officer
| Job Title: | Information Technologies & Documentation Officer |
| Institution: | West African Health Organization (WAHO) |
| Grade: | P4 |
| Number of Positions: | 1 |
| Directorate: | Administration and Finance |
| Division: | Administration and Human Resources |
| Line Supervisor: | Principal Professional Officer for Administration and Human Resources |
| Supervising: | Webmaster and Network Administrator, Professional Officer for Documentation and Archives |
| Salary: | $44,965.64 – $52,379.70 Annually |
| Deadline: | 8th December 2025 |
Job Overview
Under the supervision of the Senior Professional in charge of Administration and Human Resources, the incumbent is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of the Organisation’s Digital Strategy and Information System. He/she supervises technological infrastructures, IT security, and the management of digital projects in line with the institution’s strategic objectives. He supervises a team including the Webmaster and the Documentation and Archives Officer. He/She will oversee WAHO’s Data Protection Strategy. He/She will work closely with colleagues in the IT, legal, and operational departments to ensure compliance with current regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and implement the strategic orientations of ICT and Documentation in line with the Organisation’s objectives
- Oversee the management, maintenance, and development of IT systems and networks
- Ensure data security and compliance with current standards and regulations
- Ensure the end-to-end management of IT projects, right from specifications to go-live
- Provide technical expertise on IT solution specifications and compliance
- Ensure the harmonisation and compatibility of the Organisation’s IT infrastructure and equipment in accordance with ECOWAS procedures
- Supervise the installation and configuration of hardware and software
- Maintain a hardware and software database
- Manage the organisation’s software, including the ECOLINK/SAP system and any other subsystem
- Monitor the technical assistance provided to users in troubleshooting IT problems
- Ensure that escalated incidents are dealt with in a timely manner
- Develop and regularly update a database of new IT trends, suppliers, and other IT sources
- Ensure the development and implementation of the WAHO Disaster Recovery/Continuity Plan
- Organise training sessions for users of new IT solutions
- Ensure compliance with RGPD and other applicable regulations
- Act as the main contact point with supervisory authorities regarding data protection
- Monitor and adapt data protection policies in line with legal developments
- Provide advice and guidance to Senior Management and members of staff regarding data protection obligations
- Conduct investigations and proffer response to data breaches in collaboration with IT and legal teams
- Develop and maintain a data security incident response plan
- Report significant data breaches to Management and affected individuals in accordance with legal requirements
- Assess information system compliance with regulations and internal policies
- Cooperate with internal and external auditors and regulators during compliance audits
- Perform any other official duties as may be assigned by Management
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in computer science, computer engineering, business systems analysis and design, information systems management, or any other ICT-related field from a recognised university
- A master’s degree in one of the above fields is an added advantage
Work Experience Requirements
- At least seven (7) years’ professional experience in progressively higher positions in the planning, design, development, implementation, and maintenance of information and communication technologies
- Strong skills in quantitative and qualitative data collection and management
- Good knowledge of the data analysis process, visualisation, and data management practices
- Good command of existing information management systems, systems program management, and maintenance
- Demonstrated skills, abilities, and capacity to lead the development, review, and dissemination of ICT policies and standards
- Good knowledge of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Strategy in relation to the area(s) of use
How to Apply for Information Technologies & Documentation Officer Position
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications using the job title as the subject of the email to:
- External candidates: vn140itdo@wahooas.org
- Internal candidates: intvn140itdo@wahooas.org
6. English Translator
| Job Title: | English Translator |
| Institution: | West African Health Organization (WAHO) |
| Grade: | P4 |
| Directorate: | Administration and Finance |
| Division: | Conferences, Protocol and Language Services |
| Line Supervisor: | Head of Conferences, Protocol and Language Services Division |
| Salary: | $44,965.64 – $52,379.70 Annually |
| Deadline: | 8th December 2025 |
Job Overview
Under the supervision of the Head of the Conferences, Protocol and Language Services Division, the incumbent is responsible for carrying out translation work into English for the Organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Certify and translate documents for external meetings
- Translate internal documents
- Set up a database of Translators residing in member countries
- Coordinate the setting up of terminology databases, glossaries, etc.
- Manage the terminology and reference database to ensure accuracy and consistency in the use of language and terms
- Establish and maintain an equipment maintenance log to ensure the proper management of WAHO’s interpretation and translation equipment
- Be able to revise own translation work as well as texts translated by other translators. Identify and use computer-assisted translation, machine translation, and on-screen editing tools
- Participate in the selection, evaluation, and training of potential translators
- Carry out any other official duties that may be assigned by line supervisor
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in translation from a recognised university
- A Master’s Degree in Translation is recommended if the Bachelor’s Degree is not in Translation studies
Work Experience Requirements
- Seven (7) years of professional experience in the field of Translation and Editing (including at least two (2) years’ experience as a proofreader)
- Perfect command of translation software, electronic tools, and databases
- Excellent writing and analytical skills; ability to meet the highest standards of accuracy, consistency, and faithfulness to the style and nuances of the original text
- Mastery of computer-assisted translation, machine translation, and on-screen editing tools
How to Apply for English Translator Position
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications using the job title as the subject of the email to:
- External candidates: vn135tren@wahooas.org
- Internal candidates: intvn135tren@wahooas.org
7. Translator Portuguese
| Job Title: | Translator Portuguese |
| Institution: | West African Health Organization (WAHO) |
| Grade: | P4 |
| Number of Positions: | 1 |
| Directorate: | Administration and Finance |
| Division: | Conferences, Protocol and Language Services |
| Line Supervisor: | Head of Conferences, Protocol and Language Services Division |
| Salary: | $44,965.64 – $52,379.70 Annually |
| Deadline: | 8th December 2025 |
Job Overview
Under the supervision of the Head of the Conferences, Protocol and Language Services Division, the incumbent is responsible for carrying out translation work into Portuguese for the Organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Certify and translate documents for external meetings
- Translate internal documents
- Set up a database of Translators residing in member countries
- Coordinate the creation of terminology databases, glossaries, etc.
- Manage the terminology and reference database to ensure accuracy and consistency in the use of language and terms
- Establish and maintain an equipment maintenance log to ensure the proper management of WAHO’s interpretation and translation equipment
- Be able to revise own translation work as well as texts translated by other translators. Identify and use computer-assisted translation, machine translation, and on-screen editing tools
- Participate in the selection, evaluation, and training of potential translators
- Carry out any other official duties that may be assigned by line supervisor
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in translation from a recognised university
- A Master’s degree in Translation is recommended if the Bachelor’s degree is not in Translation studies
Work Experience Requirements
- Seven (7) years’ professional experience in Translation and Editing (including at least two (2) years’ experience as an Editor)
- Perfect command of translation software, electronic tools, and databases
- Excellent writing and analytical skills; ability to meet the highest standards of accuracy, consistency, and faithfulness to the style and nuances of the original text
- Mastery of computer-assisted translation, machine translation, and on-screen editing tools
How to Apply for Translator Portuguese Position
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications using the job title as the subject of the email to:
- External candidates: vn136trpt@wahooas.org
- Internal candidates: intvn136trpt@wahooas.org
8. English Interpreter
| Job Title: | English Interpreter |
| Institution: | West African Health Organization (WAHO) |
| Grade: | P4 |
| Directorate: | Administration and Finance |
| Division: | Conferences, Protocol and Language Services |
| Line Supervisor: | Head of Conferences, Protocol and Language Services Division |
| Salary: | $44,965.64 – $52,379.70 Annually |
| Deadline: | 8th December 2025 |
Job Overview
Under the supervision of the Head of Division Conferences, Protocol, and Language Services, the incumbent is responsible for interpretation from French into English for the Organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide interpretation services for internal and external meetings, conferences, and workshops
- Interpret (simultaneous, consecutive, whispered, etc.) speeches or statements in the appropriate language combinations
- Provide interpretation on a routine basis for sensitive meetings
- Maintain a database of all interpreters and translators residing in member countries
- Monitor the equitable distribution of translation and interpreting tasks among the region’s translators-interpreters registered in the Institution’s database
- Coordinate the creation of a terminology database, glossaries, etc.
- Manage the terminology and reference database to ensure accuracy and consistency in the use of language and terms
- Establish and maintain an equipment maintenance log to ensure the proper management of WAHO’s interpretation and translation equipment
- Participate in the selection, evaluation, and training of potential Translators and Interpreters
- Translate documents as required in a timely manner
- Carry out any other official duties that may be assigned by line supervisor
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Conference Interpreting from a recognised university
- A Master’s Degree or other higher qualifications in conference interpreting is desirable
Work Experience Requirements
- Seven (7) years of professional experience in the field of interpretation
- Ability to provide simultaneous and consecutive interpretation services, and to work in both small and large teams
- Perfect command of translation and interpretation software, as well as electronic tools and databases
- Excellent writing and analytical skills; ability to meet the highest standards of accuracy, consistency, and faithfulness to the style and nuances of the original text for optimal understanding and rendition
- Proficiency in computer-assisted translation or interpreting, automatic translation or interpreting, and on-screen editing tools
How to Apply for English Interpreter Position
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications using the job title as the subject of the email to:
- External candidates: vn112ipen@wahooas.org
- Internal candidates: intvn112ipen@wahooas.org
9. Driver 3
| Job Title: | Driver 3 |
| Job Code: | 200003962 |
| Location: | Abuja, Nigeria |
| Grade: | G1 / G2 / G3 |
| Line Supervisor: | Administrative Officer |
| Salary: | UA10,346.77 – UA18,595.62 ($16,325.14 – $29,340.17) Annually |
| Deadline: | 10th December 2025 |
Job Overview
Under the supervision of the Administrative Officer, the Driver will provide safe, reliable, and timely transportation services for OAG/ECOWAS staff, officials, and visitors, ensuring the proper maintenance and cleanliness of assigned vehicles. The role supports the smooth operation of OAG/ECOWAS activities by handling driving duties, routine checks, and administrative/logistical support related to transportation.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive OAG/ECOWAS officials, staff, and authorised visitors to various destinations within and outside duty station
- Ensure the safety of passengers and vehicle during trips
- Maintain daily vehicle logs (mileage, fuel consumption, servicing, incidents, etc.)
- Conduct routine checks of vehicles to ensure roadworthiness (oil, water, brakes, tyres, etc.)
- Report any technical/mechanical faults to the supervisor for prompt repairs
- Keep the vehicle clean, tidy, and in good condition always
- Ensure proper documentation of the vehicle (insurance, roadworthiness, registration, etc.) is up to date
- Assist with courier duties, including delivery/collection of official documents, parcels, and supplies
- Support administrative staff in logistical tasks during workshops, meetings, and missions
- Perform any other related duties as assigned by the supervisor
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
- West African School Certificate or equivalent certificate with a formal driver training certificate and a valid driver’s licence/certification to operate assigned vehicle
Work Experience Requirements
- 2 years of experience as a driver, preferably for an international organisation, Embassy, NGO, or Corporate Organisation involving a variety of makes and models of vehicles
- Working knowledge of traffic rules and regulations, and ability to read and interpret traffic signs and documents such as safety rules, and operating and maintenance instructions
- Ability to maintain a log book
- Knowledge of defensive driving practices, chauffeur protocol and courtesies, local roads and conditions, and protocols of relevance to safety and security of passengers during inclement weather, terrorism events, motor accidents, criminal and violent incidents
- Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance (e.g. circle check) and ability to assess vehicles for mechanical fitness and minor vehicle repairs
- Familiarity with routes and road networks within the duty station and neighbouring countries
Age Limit
Candidates must be below 35 years old. This provision does not apply to internal candidates.
How to Apply for Driver 3 Position
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application to: oagdriver3@ecowas.int using the job title as the subject of the email.
Important Notes:
- Method of assessment: Assessment of qualified candidates may include a written exercise and competency-based interview
- This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to article 9 (3) of ECOWAS Staff Regulations
- Candidates shall be recruited from ECOWAS citizens who are resident in the member state where the position has been advertised
- A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment
ECOWAS Key Competencies (Required for All Professional Positions)
All professional positions (P3/P4 grade) require candidates to demonstrate the following ECOWAS key competencies:
Leadership
- Ability to persuade/influence others to consider a certain point of view, adopt a new idea, or implement new methods and practices
- Ability to lead a team of trainees/junior staff and instil a spirit of teamwork to engage employees and achieve a well-defined set of activities
- Ability to respect chain of command in an appropriate manner
- Ability to resolve challenges that occur with minimal direction and/or to recommend and explain solutions or alternatives for approval
- Ability to utilise the Code of Ethics to manage self, others, information, and resources
- Ability to mentor others and create feedback loops with supervisors, colleagues, and subordinates to build strong working relationships and improve performance
- Contribute to maintaining organisational unit’s performance goals and standards
Client Service Orientation
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to keep a client informed of progress or setbacks in projects of relevance to timeline, quality, and quantity
- Ability to proactively interact with clients and build strong trusting relationships based on mutual respect and regular discussions
- Ability to establish and sustain professional credibility with clients/stakeholders in a manner that anticipates their need, mitigates issues, and carefully balances professional obligations with the need to be sensitive and responsive to their needs
- Ability to counsel, advise, consult, and guide others on matters pertaining to assigned client service responsibilities and established client service standards
Multicultural Sensitivity and Advocacy
- Demonstrate respect for cultural differences, fairness, and ability to relate well with people from varied backgrounds, nationality, gender, ethnicity, race, and religion
- Understanding of diverse cultural views especially within West Africa, with sensitivity to group differences; ability to challenge bias and to practice tolerance and empathy
- Ability to listen actively, consider people’s concerns, and apply judgement, tact, and diplomacy
- Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive interactive environment that benefits from diverse strengths
- Ability and responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work
- Ability to encourage, empower, and advocate for people in an unbiased and transparent manner
Knowledge of ECOWAS
- Knowledge of ECOWAS institutions, sectors, programmes, and policies
- Knowledge of ECOWAS internal operational requirements of programs, projects, services, and systems required to achieve work assignments and meet performance goals
- Knowledge of rules and procedures of ECOWAS associated with assigned responsibilities and ability to explain these clearly to others
- Knowledge of the ECOWAS culture, structures, and performance issues and priorities impacting assigned responsibilities
- Knowledge of member states’ development trends, indicators, challenges, and opportunities as it relates to project/programme assigned to own position
Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Ability to study data/information from a variety of sources, identify anomalies, trends, and issues, present findings, and make recommendations
- Ability to break down problems or processes into key parts to identify and solve gaps in service, quality assurance, compliance, and performance targets
- Knowledge of and ability to apply techniques to generate creative ideas and new approaches to meeting goals
- Ability to use evidence and research to inform policies and programs and identify relevant and appropriate sources of information, including stakeholders, regional institutions, and/or internal committees
Communication
- Demonstrate operational computer proficiency using appropriate tools
- Ability to make sound use of graphics and tables to effectively present numerical data to write semi-complex technical reports/proposals and edit/check templates, letters, etc.
- Ability to convey information clearly and concisely in a succinct and organised manner through both writing and verbal means
- Exhibit interpersonal skills, make presentations, express opinions, and debate ideas with others in a constructive manner
- Proficiency in information communication technologies (ICT)
- Fluency in oral and written expressions in one of the ECOWAS official languages (English, French & Portuguese). Knowledge of an additional one will be an added advantage
Planning and Implementation
- Ability to develop, implement an individual action plan for achieving specific work goals
- Identify, organise, and monitor tasks throughout to facilitate execution
- Ability to contribute and/or lead on projects as per accepted project management standards and techniques, to coordinate contributions by others to set and meet deadlines
- Ability to organise work, set priorities, and work within timelines, giving attention to details, stakeholders, indicators, and risks
- Ability to identify, collect, and assess indicators to monitor performance and to take proactive remedial action as required
General Conditions for ECOWAS Recruitment 2025
Citizenship Requirement
Applicants must be citizens of an ECOWAS Member State. ECOWAS member states include: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Togo.
Age Limit
Candidates must not be more than 45 years of age at the time of recruitment for professional positions. For the Driver 3 position, candidates must be below 35 years old (this provision does not apply to internal candidates).
Duty Station
WAHO is in the process of relocation from its current location in Burkina Faso. The posts will be located in an ECOWAS country to which WAHO relocates. The Driver 3 position is based in Abuja, Nigeria.
Salary Structure
- Grade P3/P4 Positions: $37,431.66 – $52,379.70 Annually
- Grade P4 Positions: $44,965.64 – $52,379.70 Annually
- Grade G1/G2/G3 (Driver 3): UA10,346.77 – UA18,595.62 ($16,325.14 – $29,340.17) Annually
Application Summary: How to Apply for ECOWAS Jobs 2025
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications to the corresponding email addresses below, using the job title as the subject of the email:
| Position | External Candidates Email | Internal Candidates Email | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travel and Protocol Officer | vn137tvpr@wahooas.org | in137tvpr@wahooas.org | 8th December 2025 |
| Webmaster and Network Security Officer | vn139web@wahooas.org | intvn139web@wahooas.org | 8th December 2025 |
| Procurement Officer | vn98procu@wahooas.org | intvn98procu@wahooas.org | 8th December 2025 |
| Human Resources Officer | vn141hro@wahooas.org | intvn141hro@wahooas.org | 8th December 2025 |
| IT & Documentation Officer | vn140itdo@wahooas.org | intvn140itdo@wahooas.org | 8th December 2025 |
| English Translator | vn135tren@wahooas.org | intvn135tren@wahooas.org | 8th December 2025 |
| Translator Portuguese | vn136trpt@wahooas.org | intvn136trpt@wahooas.org | 8th December 2025 |
| English Interpreter | vn112ipen@wahooas.org | intvn112ipen@wahooas.org | 8th December 2025 |
| Driver 3 | oagdriver3@ecowas.int | 10th December 2025 | |
About ECOWAS
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional political and economic union of fifteen countries located in West Africa. Founded in 1975, ECOWAS aims to promote economic integration, peace, and security across the region.
The West African Health Organization (WAHO) is the health institution of ECOWAS, established to attain the highest possible standard of health for the people in the sub-region through harmonisation of policies, pooling of resources, and cooperation with member states and international partners.
Working with ECOWAS offers professionals the opportunity to contribute to regional development whilst gaining valuable international organisation experience with competitive remuneration and benefits packages.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. All information provided is sourced from official ECOWAS/WAHO recruitment announcements. Applicants are advised to verify all details directly with ECOWAS before submitting applications. We are not affiliated with ECOWAS and do not process applications on their behalf.
