Job Vacancies at the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)

Job Vacancies at the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)

Deadline: March 11, 2026

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) promotes regional integration, democracy, stability, and economic cooperation among its member states. ECOWAS plays a critical role in poverty reduction, migration management, and fostering tolerance and openness in West Africa.

1. Vice President of the ECOWAS Commission

Location: Abuja, Nigeria

Type: Full Time

Qualifications: BA/BSc/HND – MBA/MSC/MA

Salary: USD 13,268.89 – USD 19,066.90 annually

Role Overview:

The Vice-President assists the President of the Commission in executing his/her duties and acts in his/her absence. The position involves designing, implementing, and monitoring regional strategies, programs, and projects while coordinating with ECOWAS institutions, partners, and Member States.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the President in defining and implementing the Commission’s strategy and programs
• Ensure business continuity in the President’s absence
• Coordinate and monitor regional programs and relationships with other ECOWAS institutions
• Oversee institutional reform processes
• Supervise the Directorate of Strategic Planning, Early Warning, and related directorates
• Contribute to communication initiatives around the ECOWAS Vision
• Perform additional duties assigned by the President of the Commission

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Economics, Statistics, Law, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Engineering, Business Management, or related field
• Fifteen years of professional experience, including seven years in senior management positions
• Knowledge of ECOWAS agenda, programs, and institutional reforms
• Proficiency in English, French, or Portuguese, with working knowledge of a second ECOWAS language
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office

Competencies:

• Professionalism, planning, and organizational skills
• Accountability, effective communication, and teamwork
• Managerial ability in multicultural environments
• Skills in negotiation, coordination, monitoring, evaluation, and partnership development

Evaluation Process:

Applicants will undergo reference checks and further screening by the ECOWAS Ministerial Screening Committee.

Tenure: Fixed term of four years, non-renewable

2. Judge, ECOWAS Community Court of Justice

Location: Abuja, Nigeria

Salary: USD 6,246.50 – USD 17,366.81 annually

Tenure: Four-year fixed term, non-renewable

Role Overview:

Judges ensure adherence to ECOWAS law, interpret treaties, adjudicate disputes between member states, institutions, and individuals, and contribute to the development of regional jurisprudence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hear, deliberate, and adjudicate cases under ECOWAS legal instruments
• Interpret and apply the ECOWAS Treaty, Protocols, and Supplementary Acts
• Participate in drafting and delivering judgments, rulings, and advisory opinions
• Protect and promote human rights as per regional and international law
• Uphold judicial independence, integrity, and impartiality
• Manage case flow and ensure compliance with Court procedures
• Contribute to strategic planning and Court visibility initiatives
• Collaborate with fellow judges, the Chief Registrar, and staff

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Qualification for appointment to a Supreme Court or equivalent judicial position, or a Master of Laws specializing in International, Community, or Integration Law
• Minimum 20 years professional experience as a Judge, Lawyer/Legal Counsel, or Academic in relevant fields
• Proven good moral character

Competencies:

• Professionalism, planning, and organizational skills
• Ability to work in multicultural environments, manage teams, and resolve conflicts
• Strong communication, fairness, and ethical conduct

Evaluation Process:

Applicants will be screened according to ECOWAS regulations, including reference checks and Ministerial Committee review.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter highlighting relevant experience, skills, and competencies to:

Email:

• ecowasnationalunit2@gmail.com
• info@nigeriaecowasmission.ng

Physical Submission:

1. ECOWAS National Unit, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Central Business District, Abuja
   Attn: The Communication Officer
2. Permanent Mission of Nigeria to the ECOWAS Commission, No 43 Hassan Usman Katsina Street, Asokoro, Abuja

Note: Use the job title as the subject of the email.