The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has opened recruitment opportunities for qualified Nigerians across four major categories, with vacancies ranging from entry-level detective positions to professional and skilled roles.
According to the recruitment notice, the exercise is part of the commission’s workforce expansion and is designed to attract candidates with qualifications ranging from secondary school certificates to university degrees, Higher National Diplomas (HND), professional qualifications and relevant work experience.
EFCC confirmed the recruitment information on its official website, directing applicants to complete their applications through its designated recruitment portal.
Four categories open for recruitment
The first category is Detective Superintendent, designated as Assistant Superintendent of EFCC II on Grade Level 08.
Applicants for the position must possess a Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma obtained from a recognised institution.
They must also have a valid National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge or exemption certificate.
Applicants must be between 18 and 30 years of age.
The second category is Detective Inspector, designated as Inspector of EFCC II on Grade Level 06.
Candidates seeking this position must possess a National Diploma (ND) or National Certificate in Education (NCE) from a recognised institution. The age range is 18 to 27 years.
The third category is Detective Assistant, designated as Detective Assistant II on Grade Level 04.
Applicants must have at least five credit passes in WAEC, NECO, GCE or NABTEB, including English Language and Mathematics.
The credits must have been obtained in not more than two sittings.
Candidates for this category must be between 18 and 25 years old.
Professionals, skilled workers wanted
The fourth category covers professionals and skilled workers, with opportunities for candidates who have relevant qualifications and/or experience.
Professional fields listed in the recruitment notice include Medicine, Pharmacy, Law, Nursing, Medical Laboratory Science, and Engineering and Technology-related disciplines.
Experienced professionals are also being sought in Human Resources Management, Financial Analysis, Media and Publicity, Policy Analysis, Legal Services, Research, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Library Services, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Driving, and Administrative/Clerical Services.
The official EFCC recruitment information also lists Estate Surveyors and Valuers among the professional and skilled-worker opportunities.
Applicants under this category are required to have graduated from recognised institutions and possess an NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
Membership of a relevant professional association is listed as an added advantage.
The age requirement for professionals and skilled workers is 18 to 40 years.
General requirements
Beyond the qualifications specific to each category, applicants must satisfy a number of general conditions.
Candidates must be Nigerian citizens and possess basic computer skills.
They are also required to declare all their academic and professional qualifications during the application process.
Applicants must be medically fit and provide evidence of fitness from a government-approved hospital.
The recruitment notice also states that tattoos on any part of the body are not permitted, while candidates must not have any criminal record.
For cadet applicants, candidates must be single.
Male applicants must have a minimum height of 1.67 metres, while female applicants must be at least 1.64 metres tall.
For professionals and skilled workers, possession of a valid National Driver’s Licence is listed as an added advantage, while applicants must demonstrate good character and integrity.
How to apply
Applications are to be completed online through the official EFCC recruitment portal at recruitment.efcc.gov.ng.
The commission advised candidates to carefully provide their details and submit all required information through the designated platform.
Candidates shortlisted for the next stage will be required to present printed copies of their completed application forms during the screening process.
The recruitment notice states that applications are expected to be submitted within one week from the commencement of the exercise.
Applicants are therefore advised to complete their forms before the closing date to avoid disqualification.
EFCC stressed that the recruitment exercise is completely free of charge.
The commission warned prospective applicants against individuals or organisations offering recruitment assistance in exchange for money, stressing that it has not authorised any agent to collect money on behalf of candidates.
Applicants have consequently been advised to rely only on information released through the official EFCC recruitment channels and to use the designated recruitment portal.
