INEC opens portal for ad hoc staff recruitment for Edo, Ondo governorship elections. Applications accepted from July 15 to August 19. Positions include SPOs, POs, APOs, RAC managers, and RATECHs. Non-partisan residency requirement applies.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has initiated the recruitment process for ad hoc staff for the upcoming off-cycle governorship elections in Edo and Ondo states. The elections are scheduled for September 21 and November 16, respectively.
INEC announced the opening of its recruitment portal on Sunday, inviting applications from eligible candidates for various positions including supervisory presiding officers (SPOs), presiding officers (POs), assistant presiding officers (APOs), RAC managers, and registration area technicians (RATECHs).
The application portal will be accessible from July 15 and will close at midnight on August 19. INEC emphasized that applicants must meet specific criteria: they must not be members of any political party, must not have publicly supported any candidate or party, and must reside in the state where they are applying to serve, except RATECHs.
The application process can be completed through the Web version, which is accessible via pres.inecnigeria.org, or through an Android mobile app available at inecpres-app.com. INEC's notice highlights the importance of neutrality and local residency for potential ad hoc staff, aiming to ensure a fair and unbiased electoral process.
This recruitment drive is part of INEC's efforts to ensure the smooth conduct of the governorship elections in Edo and Ondo, providing an opportunity for qualified individuals to contribute to the democratic process. The selection of competent and impartial ad hoc staff is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the elections and ensuring that the electoral process is conducted efficiently and transparently.
Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly and ensure they meet all the specified requirements to be considered for these essential roles in the forthcoming elections.
