Vacancies: Research Officer, Aptitude Test Development Officers
The West African Examinations Council, a sub-regional organization responsible for the conduct of a variety of examinations in the English-speaking Wrest African countries, invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the positions below in its Nigeria National Office and Lagos Department of its Headquarters Research Division.
Position: Research Officer
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants should possess a minimum of B. Ed.(Hons) (at least Second Class Lower Division) in English Language and M. Ed. in Measurement and Evaluation from a recognized University.
- A Ph.D will be an added advantage
- A minimum of three years post qualification teaching experience is required.
Position: Aptitude Test Development Officers
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants should possess a minimum of B.Ed. (Hons) (at least Second Class Lower Division) in either Chemistry, Physics or English and M.Ed, in Educational Measurement and Evaluation from a recognized University.
- A minimum of three years post qualification teaching experience is required.
Applicants for all positions must:
- Be able to use personal computers, office software packages and have knowledge of web-based systems
- Be self motivated and able to write good reports; analyse and review research reports; be able to work extra hours with little or no supervision
- Be a team player with good Inter personal skills; be open and able to lead change Possess influencing skills
- Be an organizer/planner with ability to be flexible and a finisher with ability to successfully implement ideas
- Possess analytical and communication skills
NB: Applicants for all positions must (in addition to their degrees and professional qualifications) possess five credits including English Language and Mathematics at a sitting in WASSCE/SSCE/GCE “O” Level or six credits including English Language and Mathematics at not more than two sittings in WASSC’E/SSCE/GCE “O” Level.
Applicants should not be more than 30 years of age as at the close of applications except those for the positions of Senior Purchasing/ Procurement Officer, Senior Legal Officer and Senior Public Affairs Officer who should not be more than 35 years.
Salary and Conditions of Service
The salaries paid by the Council are very attractive. Point of entry into the salary scales will depend on qualifications and experience. The successful applicants will enjoy very good remuneration package that is in line with, the Council’s Conditions of service and will also be assured of full career development within the Organization.
Mode of Application
Interested applicants should apply online through the Council’s website: www.waeconline.org.ng/eRecruitment
Closing Date
Applications open on 7th April, 2011 and close on 13th May, 2011. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
