The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) invites applications from suitably qualified Nigerians for enlistment into the Agency.
The online application opened on Sunday 12th March and will close on Saturday 8th April, 2023. Interested applicants are to log on to the NDLEA online recruitment portal www.ndlea.gov.ng and complete the application.
Here are available vacancies as listed by the NDLEA:
a. Superintendent Cadre (General Duties or Specialists.
(1) Assistant Superintendent of Narcotics CONPASS (08). Applicant must possess first Degree/HND in any discipline from a recognised institution of learning and NYSC Discharge Certificate/Exemption Certificate.
(2) Assistant Superintendent of Narcotics I (CONPASS 9) Applicant with LLB, BL, B.Eng (with COREN), B.Pharm, etc, on successful completion of training shall be granted the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Narcotics I (CONPASS 9).
3) Deputy Superintendent of Narcotics (CONPASS 10. Applicant with MBBS or DVM on successful completion of training shall be granted the rank of Deputy Superintendent of Narcotics (CONPASS 10).
b. Narcotic Agent Cadre
(1.) Chief Narcotic Agent – CONPASS (07). Applicant must possess a Nigerian Certificate of Education, registered nurses and midwives, Pharmacy technicians, lab technicians, dental technicians, or its equivalent from a recognized institution of learning.
(2) Senior Narcotic Agent – CONPASS (06). Applicant must possess a National Diploma (ND) or its equivalent from
a recognized institution of learning.
3) Narcotic Agent – CONPASS (05), Applicant must possess 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE/NABTEB including English and Mathematics.
c. Narcotic Assistant Cadre
(1) Narcotic Assistant I – CONPASS (04). Applicant must possess at least 4 Credits in SSCE/GCENABTEB including Mathematics or English Language.
(2) Narcotic Assistant II. CONPASS (03), Applicant must possess at least 3 credits in SSCE/GCE/NABTEB including Mathematics or English Language.
3) Artisans, Mechanics, Drivers, Cleaners/Gardeners etc. Applicant must provide evidence of completion of
secondary school or Trade Test Grade II or II.
STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE RECRUITMENT
a. Applicants must be of Nigerian origin by birth and possess National ldentity Number (NIN). Also, computer literacy shall be an added advantage for all cadres.
b. Any certificate or qualification not declared or tendered and accepted at the time of recruitment cannot be presented subsequently tor career progression in the Agency
C. Applicants must be medically fit and must produce a certificate of medical fitness from government hospital.
d. Applicants must not be less than 20 years or more than 35 years of age for the first category while the age limit for the second and third categories 1S 50 year S and not less than 18 years at the point of entry. However, 40 years will be considered for Medical Doctors and Articulated Vehicle Drivers.
e. Applicants height must not be less than 1.65 metres for male and 1.60 metres for female.
f. Medical and Allied professionals must possess current practicing licences while Lawyers must have been called to Bar.
g. Applicants must be drug free and also be of good character and must not have been convicted of any criminal offence.
h. Applicants must use their personal email address and phone numbers when submitting their applications online.
5. HOWTO APPLY
a Go online and visit the NDLEA Web Page at, www.ndlea.gov.ng
b Click on Careers and read the instructions carefully. Then click on Apply Now to register.
C. You will be redirected to a page for the categories (select from list of categories).
d. Fill out the form and ensure all required documents listed below are uploaded:
(1) Passport Photograph.
(2) Educational Certificates.
(3) Certificate of State of Origin.
(4) Birth Certificate/Declaration of Age.
(5) National ldentity Card.
(6) NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate.
e. Applicants must print out their online generated slip on completion of their application.
f. Successful candidates will be required to fill further vetting forms.
g All successful candidates will be subjected to random illicit drug use test throughout their service in the Agency.
h. Only shortlisted applicants shall be invited for further examination and interview.
Note: Multiple applications would lead to disqualification.
6. Closing Date. All applications must be submitted online not later than Saturday 8 April, 2023.
7. Print Out. Applicants must print out their online generated photo-slip on completion and download referee forms to be completed by two (2) persons of reputable standing in the society as stipulated on the form when coming for the screening/interview.
8. Enquiries. For further enquiries, visit www.ndlea.gov.ng.
Femi Babafemi
Director Media and Advocacy
For Management
Ifunanya Ikueze is an Engineer, Safety Professional, Writer, Investor, Entrepreneur and Educator.
