INEC Ad-hoc Staff Recruitment for Anambra Election 2025: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) opens portal for Ad-hoc Staff Recruitment for the Anambra gubernatorial elections 2025. This announcement was made on INEC handle on the 15th of September 2025.
If you are interested in working with INEC during the election, this article covers everything you need to know—requirements, application process, categories of ad-hoc staff, key deadlines, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Applicants of the recruitment must be residents of Anambra, Delta, Enugu or Imo states, except RATECHs who must be INEC ICT staff.
Overview of INEC Ad-hoc Recruitment 2025
The INEC ad-hoc recruitment is a temporary engagement of qualified individuals to serve during election periods. For the Anambra 2025 governorship election, INEC is seeking professionals, students, corps members, and qualified citizens who meet the eligibility criteria.
Why INEC Hires Ad-hoc Staff
- To ensure smooth voter accreditation.
- To manage polling units effectively.
- To guarantee transparency in results collation.
- To strengthen credibility in Nigeria’s democratic process.
Available Positions
According to INEC, the registration is for eligible individuals to apply for positions such as:
- Supervisory Presiding Officers (SPOs)
- Presiding Officers (POs)
- Assistant Presiding Officers (APOs)
- Registration Area Technicians (RATECHs)
- RAC Managers.
INEC Ad-hoc Staff Recruitment Portal for Aplication
The recruitment portal, known as INECPRES, is accessible via pres.inecnigeria.org or the INEC mobile app. The portal will be open for three weeks, from Monday, September 15 to Sunday, October 5, 2025.
Categories of INEC Ad-hoc Staff
INEC recruits ad-hoc staff across different categories depending on educational qualifications and availability. Below is a breakdown:
Supervisory Presiding Officer (SPO)
- Must be a Public/Civil Servant on Grade Level 10-14 or RegistrationArea Officers/INEC staff not engaged inother duties (GL 10-14).
Registration Area Center (RAC) Manager
- Must be a Head of School or a staff (GL 07 and above) of the school/ institution/ public building hosting the RAC.
Presiding officer (PO) / Assistant Presiding officer (APO)
- Must be a Serving Corps member. OR
- A penultimate student of a Federal/State tertiary institution in Nigeria with a knowledge of IT. OR
- A Permanent staff of an MDA with an OND qualification or on GL 07 – 10. OR
- INEC permanent staff on Grade Level 07 & 08. OR
- A former corps member (Not later than 2022 (i,e 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025)).
Registration Area Technical Support (RATECH)
- Applicants for this category must have an IT background.
- Must be a suitable INEC ICT Staff (State & HQ) of the Commission not engaged in any other duties.
- Applicants must not be a political party member.
- Applicants must not have demonstrated or expressed support for any candidate or party.
- Applicants must reside in the STATE selected except for RATECHs.
General Requirements
- Applicants must not be a political party member.
- Applicants must not have demonstrated or expressed support for any candidate or party.
- Applicants must reside in the STATE selected except for RATECHs who are INEC staff.
- The recruitment is open to residents of Anambra, Delta, Enugu, and Imo states.
What should I have before registering?
Before you register on this portal, please ensure you have the following ready;
- A functional email address.
- A functioning mobile phone number.
- A personal bank account number.
- A recent, white background Passport Photograph not larger than 5MB.
- Contact details of two referees such as email address and phone number.
- A valid Staff ID No./StudentID No (as displayed on your ID Card)
- An NYSC Callup Number for former corps members (not earlier than 2018).
- NYSC Callup Number for current corps members, 2022.
- A copy of highest qualification in .pdf format
- A copy of means of identification in .jpg or .jpeg format
- A copy of means of identification in .jpg or .jpeg format
How to Apply for INEC Ad-hoc Staff Recruitment for Anambra Election 2025
Follow these steps to complete your application:
- Visit the official INEC Ad-hoc Recruitment Portal: https://pres.inecnigeria.org
- Create a profile with your email and phone number.
- Review the requirements for the available positions
- Upload the required documents (passport photograph, ID card, degree/NYS certificate).
- Submit your application and print your acknowledgment slip.
Key Dates for INEC Recruitment (Anambra 2025)
| Activity | Date |
| Application Portal Opens | September 2025 |
| Application Deadline | October 2025 |
| Screening & Verification | October 2025 |
| Training for Shortlisted Candidates | October 2025 |
| Anambra Governorship Election | 8 November 2025 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who can apply for INEC ad-hoc staff recruitment in Anambra 2025?
Anyone with the required qualification—NYSC members, graduates, ICT professionals, and civil servants—can apply.
Is NYSC certificate compulsory?
No. While NYSC members are prioritized, undergraduates and graduates without NYSC certificates can also apply for certain roles.
How will applicants know if they are shortlisted?
INEC will publish shortlisted names on the portal and notify applicants via email or SMS.
Can non-residents of Anambra apply?
Yes, but preference will be given to residents for easy deployment.
What documents are needed for the application?
NIN, BVN, passport photo, valid ID card, and educational certificates.
See Also:
- Gorau Teaching Service Scheme Recruitment
- FRSC Recruitment Application Form
- Nigerian Army DSSC/SSC Recruitment Application
- DSS Shortlisted Candidates
Final Words
The INEC Ad-hoc Staff Recruitment for Anambra Election 2025 offers a chance to earn income while contributing to Nigeria’s democracy. Interested applicants should prepare the necessary documents, apply early, and stay neutral during the exercise.
By following the guidelines in this article, you increase your chances of being selected and successfully participating in one of Nigeria’s most important elections. Good luck to all the applicants.
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