ECOWAS 2026 Immersion Programme for Young Graduates

ECOWAS 2026 Immersion Programme for Young Graduates

HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND SOCIAL AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT

DIRECTORATE OF EDUCATION, SCIENCE AND CULTURE

YOUNG GRADUATE IMMERSION PROGRAM IN ECOWAS INSTITUTIONS / 2026

Call for applications form

  • CONTEXT
  • The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) launches the immersion program for young graduates in ECOWAS institutions, Batch 2026.
  • The program is open to young graduates from ECOWAS Member States, aged 32 or less.

 

  • PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
  • Overall objective:
  • Contribute to the professional integration of young graduates, by offering them the opportunity to better understand ECOWAS programs, at the same time as they give their contribution for efficiency in the implementation of these programs.
  • Specific objectives:
  • Offer a possibility of immersion in the services of the regional institution (Institutions, Agencies, Departments, Resident Representations);
  • Create a framework that allows young graduates to contribute to the implementation of major ECOWAS programs within Departments, Agencies, Resident Representations and Institutions.

 

  • EXPECTED RESULTS
  • Young graduates acquire professional experience through their immersion in ECOWAS programs, essential for their career;
  • Young graduates make their contribution to the implementation of ECOWAS programs.

 

  • TARGET AUDIENCE:
  • Young graduates from fifteen (15) ECOWAS Member States, aged 32 years or less.

 

  • SELECTION CRITERIA
  • Be a national of an ECOWAS member country;
  • Hold a Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate or equivalent degree;
  • Submit :
  • a request to the ECOWAS Commissioner for Human Development and Social Affairs (DHAS), which describes the candidate’s motivation with expression of their interests, the choice of the requested profile, the desired immersion location, as well as the candidate’s commitment to respect the terms and conditions of the program;
  • a Curriculum vitae (pdf);
  • a copy of the national identity card or passport (pdf or jpeg);
  • a copy of the academic diploma(s) or its equivalent (pdf).

 

  • SELECTION TERMS AND PROCESS
  • The program positions are defined with the ECOWAS Departments and host structures before each Program, which allows the candidate to apply according to the needs expressed by these structures;
  • 120 positions are expressed for the year 2026 according to the attached list;
  • The selection of beneficiaries of the Immersion Program is done by a Technical Selection Committee;
  • Only selected candidates will be contacted for the rest of the process.

 

  • IMMERSION PROGRAM CONDITIONS
  • All program conditions are defined in the Terms of Reference attached to this call.

 

  • DURATION, LOCATION AND CONDITIONS OF THE IMMERSION PROGRAM
  • The Immersion Program for young graduates in ECOWAS institutions lasts one year, or 12 months maximum (non-renewable);
  • The Program is carried out in ECOWAS Departments, Agencies, Resident Representations and Institutions, or any other place duly designated by ECOWAS;
  • The young graduate beneficiary of the Program, at the end of his immersion, produces a report in three copies, one copy of which is sent to the Department responsible for Human Development and Social Affairs (DHAS), another copy to the user department and the last copy to the young graduate himself;
  • The practical arrangements for running the program will be defined in relation to the host structure;
  • Participation in the Immersion Program is only physically. The young graduate is required (compulsory) to participate in person or online (for those not residing in Abuja) in any information or program feedback meeting convened by the Program Coordination.

 

  • COORDINATION OF THE IMMERSION PROGRAM
  • The coordination of the immersion program is ensured by the Education, Science and Culture Directorate, in the Human Development and Social Affairs Department of ECOWAS.
  • NB: Please read the attached terms of reference and the list of immersion program positions in full. The terms of reference give more details on the conditions of the said program and the list of positions specifies the need for the position expressed, the location of the program and the level of the diploma required.
  • Deadline: September 21, 2025.

The link to apply is as follows: Programme d’Immersion de la CEDEAO/ Immersion Programme of ECOWAS / Programa de Imersão do CEDEAO /Batch 2026 V2.0 (google.com)


NB: A candidate for the immersion program is allowed to apply in a maximum of 2 positions.

Attached documents:

  • Terms of reference

For any further information, please write to the following address: escyoungprofessional2025@ecowas.int or escyoungprofessional2026@ecowas.int

NB:

  • The coordination team will only respond to questions or concerns not addressed in the Terms of Reference.
  • Please read the details of the positions further down in this document

List of needs, batch 2026

 

No.Institution/

Department

Reception structureProfile requestedNumberPlaceRequired diploma and observations
COMMUNITY COURT OF JUSTICE
1.Community Court of JusticeCourt of JusticeYoung professional in information and communication technology1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or other related fields)
2.Young professional Economist planner1Abuja, Nigeria 

Master in Economics (knowledge in data analysis and statistics)

3.Young professional in procurement1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor’s degree in Public Administration (Knowledge in logistics purchasing)
OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR GENERAL
4.Office of the Auditor GeneralOffice of the Auditor GeneralYoung professional Administrative Assistant1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor

(Knowledge in purchasing and supply chain management)

5.Young professional Human Resources1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management (Knowledge of operations audit processes and audit software)
6.Young professional in project management1Abuja, NigeriaMaster in Project Management, Agriculture, Law, Economics, Social Sciences (Knowledge in program audit)
INTERGOVERNMENTAL ACTION GROUP AGAINST MONEY LAUNDERING IN WEST AFRICA (GIABA)
7.GIABAOffice of the Director GeneralYoung Professional Protocol1Dakar, SenegalBachelor’s degree in related fields such as protocol services, public relations, logistics, administration or human resources, sociology.
8.Information Center Lagos, NigeriaYoung professional in Information and Communication Technology1 Lagos, NigeriaBachelor in Computer Science Application Developer (IDA).

Good knowledge of database management and cybersecurity rules

9.Information Center, Abidjan, Côte d’IvoireYoung professional in Information and Communication Technology1 Abidjan, Côte d’IvoireBachelor in Computer Science Application Developer (IDA).

Good knowledge of database management and cybersecurity rules

10.Directorate of Policy and ResearchYoung Professional Data Analyst1Dakar, SenegalMaster’s degree in law or other social/economic science discipline

(Knowledge in Statistical analysis)

11.Administration and Finance DepartmentYoung professional Administrative Assistant1Dakar, SenegalBachelor’s degree in administration. Executive or secretariat assistantship
12.Young professional Accountant1Dakar, SenegalBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Auditing, Finance
WEST AFRICAN HEALTH ORGANIZATION (WAHO)
13.WAHOOffice of the Director GeneralYoung professional Lawyer1Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso 

Master of Law (contract law)

14.Young professional in maternal, neonatal, child and adolescent reproductive health1Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso 

Master in Public Health

15.Department of Public Health and Research (DSPR)Young professional Pharmacist1Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso 

Master in Medicines Regulation (quality control of medicines)

16.Regional Health and Disease Control Center (RCSDC)Young professional Epidemiologist1Abuja, NigeriaMaster

(Epidemiological investigation, surveillance by indicators, event surveillance, development of epidemiological bulletins, monitoring-evaluation research)

17.Young professional in public health1Abuja, NigeriaMaster in public health (surveillance by indicators, event surveillance, development of epidemiological bulletins, monitoring-evaluation research)
18.Department of Administration and Finance (DAF)Young professional Accountant1Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina FasoBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Management

(Skill in accounting and financial management, Skill in managing the bank account dedicated to the project, including bank reconciliation, Skill in accounting software)

19.Directorate of Planning and Information (DPIS)Young professional Economist planner/health economist1Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso 

Master

ECOWAS COMMISSION
20.President’s OfficePermanent representation of ECOWAS Sierra LeoneYoung professional Political affairs1Free Town, Sierra Leone 

Master’s degree in political science or related field

21.Permanent representation of ECOWASLiberiaYoung Professional Development Economist1Monrovia, Liberia 

Master in Economics or Development Studies (Economic Empowerment Experience)

22.Young professional in Finance1Monrovia, LiberiaBachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or management

(Experience in accounting and/or management)

23.Radio ECOWASYoung professional in information and communication technology1Monrovia, LiberiaBachelor of Computer Science

(Certificates in IT and experience in managing IT systems, managing social media platforms and broadcasting radio content on the internet)

24.Young professional producer of radio content (Portuguese)1Monrovia, LiberiaMaster in journalism, mass communication with some translation experience and proficiency in English, French and Portuguese, translation from English and French into Portuguese, Portuguese radio production
25.Permanent representation of ECOWAS

Burkina Faso

Young professional in communication for development1Ouagadougou, Burkina FasoMaster

(Skills in diagnosis, development of communication strategy)

26.Young professional in information and communication technology1Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso 

Bachelor (Knowledge in network maintenance)

27.Permanent representation of ECOWAS

Guinea-Bissau

Young professional Translator-Interpreter (Portuguese-English)1Bissau

Guinea-Bissau

 

Bachelor

(Skills in translating documents from Portuguese to English)

28.Young professional Accountant1Bissau

Guinea-Bissau

Bachelor (Good data analysis skills)
29.Permanent representation of ECOWAS GambiaYoung professional Accountant1Banjul, GambiaBachelor’s degree (Master’s degree in accounting software)
30.Young professional in Project Management1Banjul, GambiaMaster in Project Management

(Skills in project planning and budget development)

31.Permanent representation of ECOWAS BeninYoung professional political analyst)1Cotonou, BeninMaster

(Political science / International law / International relations; have an understanding of political dynamics; economic, governance and security of conflict management and resolution)

32.Young professional in monitoring and evaluation1Cotonou, BeninMaster

(Economy, agroeconomics, statistics, international development, trade, knowledge of data collection and analysis tools)

33.Permanent representation of ECOWAS

Ivory Coast

Young professional political analyst1Abidjan

Ivory Coast

Master’s degree in Political Science, Public Relations and/or International Relations
34.Young professional in charge of communications1Abidjan

Ivory Coast

 

Master in Communication

35.Permanent Representation of ECOWAS NigerYoung professional Administrative Assistant1Niamey, NigerBachelor Business Administration or Secretariat

 

36.Young professional Political Analyst1Niamey, NigerMaster

(Political sciences, Social sciences, Law, International relations)

37.Office of the Chief of StaffYoung professional Administrative Assistant1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Secretariat Studies (Bilingual)

Fluent in 2 of the official ECOWAS languages

38.Communications DepartmentYoung professional web journalist1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor’s degree in multimedia

(Knowledge in management and development of web content and social networks, practical knowledge in web design, Bilingual)

39.Young professional Journalist1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor in Mass Communication

(Bilingual)

40.Legal Affairs DepartmentYoung professional Lawyer3Abuja, NigeriaMaster of Law

1-French speaking

1-English speaking

1-Portuguese speaking

Knowledge of international law and contract law

41.External Relations DepartmentYoung professional responsible for resource mobilization1Abuja, NigeriaMaster

(preferably in Economics, Management Sciences, Political Sciences, International Relations, Public Administration)

42.Young Professional in Political Science1Abuja, NigeriaMaster

(preferably in Political Science, International Relations, History and Diplomatic Studies), fluency in English/French

43.Office of the Vice PresidentOffice of the Vice PresidentYoung professional Administrative Assistant1Abuja, Nigeria 

Bachelor of Administration. Executive Assistant or Secretariat

44.Young professional in information and communication technology1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor in Computer Science
45. 

Directorate of Strategic Planning and Monitoring-Evaluation

Young professional strategic planning and coordination1Abuja, NigeriaMaster in economics, management and development planning.

(Knowledge of strategic planning, project planning, development planning and formulation)

46.Young professional in monitoring and evaluation and reporting1Abuja, NigeriaMaster in economics, statistics or statistical engineer, monitoring and evaluation

(Proficiency in monitoring-evaluation software, data analysis)

47.Department of Infrastructure, Energy and DigitalizationECOWAS Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency

(ECREEE)

Young professional Administrative assistant1Praia,

Cape Verde

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or secretariat studies
48.Young professional in monitoring and evaluation1Praia,

Cape Verde

Master’s degree in economics, development studies, international development or any other related field

(University degree with specializations in Economics / International Development / Development Studies / Renewable Energy or any other relevant subject in Social Sciences)

49.Young professional in Energy Efficiency1Praia,

Cape Verde

 

Master in Energy Management or Electrical Engineering

50.Young professional in charge of renewable energies1Praia,

Cape Verde

Master in Renewable Energy Technologies
51.Young professional in information and communication technology1Praia,

Cape Verde

Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology

(Knowledge of development, programming)

52.Department of Digital Economy and PostYoung Professional Data Analyst or Data Engineer1Abuja, NigeriaMaster in Statistics or Engineering(Training in computer engineering, good knowledge of information systems, good mastery of data analysis techniques and statistical methodologies)
53. 

 

Transport Department

Young professional Engineer in Civil Engineering1Abuja, NigeriaMaster’s degree or engineering diploma (BAC+5) from a recognized prestigious school or university
54.Young professional Project financial analyst1Abuja, NigeriaMaster’s degree or engineering degree (BAC+5) from a renowned school or university (Finance, Project Management or Engineering)
55.Project Preparation and Development Unit

(PPDU)

Young professional Engineer in Civil Engineering1Lome, TogoMaster in Engineering

 

56.Young professional Administrative Assistant1Lome, Togo 

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Secretariat or Administration

(Bilingual)

57.Young professional in procurement1Lome, TogoBachelor’s degree in economics, law and engineering or related fields

(Have knowledge of procurement software)

58.Regional Water Resources Management CenterYoung professional Water and environment engineer1Ouagadougou, Burkina FasoMaster in Water Engineering: Water and Environmental Engineering option
59.Young professional in Monitoring-Evaluation1Ouagadougou, Burkina FasoMaster

(Good knowledge of planning, monitoring-evaluation, development economics, environmental and natural resource management)

60.Young professional in information and communication technology1Ouagadougou, Burkina FasoBachelor in Computer network systems, security and virtual infrastructures
61.Young professional responsible for Communication1Ouagadougou, Burkina FasoMaster in Communication or equivalent degree
62. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Department of Economy and Agriculture

ECOWAS Regional Competition Authority (ERCA)Young professional in information and communication technology1Banjul, GambiaBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Business Systems, Analysis and Design, Information System Management
63.Young professional in Competition Law1Banjul, GambiaMaster in Economics, Business Law,

(Knowledge of compliance and application of laws, Knowledge of regulation in the ECOWAS region)

64.Young professional data manager and market analyst1Banjul, GambiaMaster in Statistics (knowledge of database design, data collection and analysis)
65.Young professional in procurement1Banjul, GambiaBachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Business Administration, Public Administration

(Knowledge of the enterprise resource planning system or other purchasing-related management system)

66.Private Sector DirectorateYoung professional in Project Management1Abuja, NigeriaMaster’s degree in sociology, business administration or economics (Skills in administration, business development, program design and management, SME, promotion and development)
67.Young professional Project management1Abuja, NigeriaMaster’s degree in Economics, Finance, Law or Business Administration
68.Young professional in Hotel and Tourism Project Management1Abuja, NigeriaMaster’s degree in social affairs, sociology, tourism or hotel management will be an asset (Experience in hotel management, human relations or tourist sites)
69.Commerce DepartmentYoung Professional Business Analyst1Abuja, NigeriaMaster’s degree in International Trade, Economics, Business or any other related field
70.Regional Animal Health CenterYoung professional web service1Bamako, MaliBachelor’s degree in computer science, web development or related field
71.Young professional  wildlife health1Bamako.Mali 

Doctor in veterinary medicine with specialization in wildlife

 

72.Department of AgricultureYoung professional Agricultural economist / Statistician1Abuja, NigeriaMaster’s degree in Statistics, Agricultural Economics or a related field

(Strong analytical skills and proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R, SPSS, SAS or STATA)

73.Young professional AgriDigital1Abuja, NigeriaMaster’s degree in computer science, information technology, digital marketing, agri-food, quantitative methods or development studies.

(Have working knowledge on web and mobile application development, AI/machine learning and digital product development for development

74.Young professional research assistant1Abuja, NigeriaMaster’s degree in economics, agricultural economics, public policy, international relations or a related discipline (ECOWAP Program Review (2025-2035)
75.Internal ServicesConference and Protocol DepartmentYoung professional travel assistant1 

Abuja, Nigeria

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, travel, tourism, business

Good knowledge of computers. GDS and E-travelling systems.

76.Young professional English-French translator1 

Abuja, Nigeria

Bachelor’s degree in translation from a renowned training establishment (Proficiency in English and French)
77.Young professional Portuguese-English translator1 

Abuja, Nigeria

Bachelor’s degree in translation from a renowned training establishment (Proficiency in Portuguese and English)
78.Young professional English-Portuguese interpreter1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor’s degree in conference interpreting or any equivalent diploma from a reputable training institution (Proficiency in English and Portuguese)
79.Young professional French-Portuguese interpreter1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor’s degree in conference interpreting or any equivalent diploma from a reputable training establishment (Proficiency in French and Portuguese)
80.Young professional in project management1Abuja, NigeriaMaster in Project Management with

relevant experience in conference and event management

81. 

Directorate of Information Technology (DITS)

Young professional in Information and Communication Technology3Abuja, NigeriaBachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, management information systems or any other related field

(Knowledge of the Windows operating system, Microsoft. Mastery of JAVA, VBasic, PHP, HTML, SQL programming tools).

82.Directorate of Administration and General ServicesYoung Professional in Procurement2Abuja, NigeriaBachelor of Procurement
83.Young professional Engineer in Civil Engineering1Abuja, NigeriaMaster in Civil Engineering

 

84.Young Professional Asset Manager1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Management
85.Human Resources DepartmentYoung Professional Financial accounting1Abuja, Nigeria 

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Banking and Finance or any other similar diploma obtained from a recognized university

(salary policy and pension administration)

86.Young Professional Human Resources1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor’s degree in Human Resources (French studies, in French language or in a related field)
87.Young professional human resources1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor in Human Resources

(Knowledge of HR processes and procedures as well as knowledge of the latest technologies in HR spaces; experience in career and training management)

88.Young professional human resources1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor in Human Resources

(Mastery of HR procedures and its wide range of support activities about recruiting followers, experience in recruitment management)

89.Budget and Treasury Department (Disbursements Division)Young professional Accountant1Abuja, Nigeria 

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (Working knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software (preferably SAP), proficiency in Microsoft office tools

 

90.Budget and Treasury Department (Budget and Treasury Division) 

Young professional Accountant

1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (Working knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software (preferably SAP), proficiency in Microsoft office tools
91.Budget and Treasury Department (Community Levy Division) 

Young professional Accountant

1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (Working knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software (preferably SAP), proficiency in Microsoft office tools
92.Financial Reporting and Grants Directorate

Financial Reporting and Reconciliation Division

Young professional Accountant1Abuja, Nigeria 

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance and management

Working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software preferably SAP

93.Financial Reporting and Grants Directorate

Grant Management and External Funds Division

Young professional Accountant1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor’s degree in accounting, finance and management

Working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software preferably SAP

94.Human Development and Social AffairsCommissioner’s OfficeYoung professional administrative assistant1Abuja NigeriaBachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Secretariat Studies
95.Office of the Director of Education, Science and CultureYoung professional administrative assistant1Abuja Nigeria 

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Secretarial Studies

96.Directorate of Humanitarian and Social AffairsYoung professional in charge of geographic information systems1Abuja, NigeriaMaster’s degree (preferred) in Geographic Information Systems, Climate Change and Environment
97.Young professional Statistician, computer scientist and project manager.1Abuja, NigeriaMaster’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Management or a related field

(Experience in child rights or social development.

Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) for hosting and managing online tools.

Certification in PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent certification in project management is an advantage)

98.Young professional in social development1Abuja, NigeriaMaster’s degree in law, human or social sciences (bilingual)

(Experience working on a wide range of social development issues, including disability inclusion, social protection, labor migration and child labour)

99.Young professional specialist in drug prevention and control1Abuja, NigeriaMaster in Public Health, Law, Epidemiology

(Skills in drug prevention, drug enforcement or drug treatment are required. Good analytical and communication skills).

100.ECOWAS Center for Gender DevelopmentYoung professional in project management1Dakar, SenegalMaster

(Experience in managing gender-related projects)

101.Young professional in information and communication technology (ICT)1Dakar, SenegalBachelor

(Strong IT and data analysis skills)

102.Young professional administrative assistant1Dakar, SenegalBachelor’s degree in administrative management or secretarial studies

(Bilingual)

103. 

Directorate of Education, Science and Culture

(Education and Training Division)

Young professional in technical and vocational education and training (TVET)1Abuja, Nigeria 

Master of Education or TVET

(Bilingual)

104.Young professional in educational sciences1Abuja, NigeriaMaster in Educational Sciences

(Bilingual)

105.Young professional in project management1Abuja- NigeriaMaster in Project Management

For the coordination of the Immersion Program

106.Directorate of Education, Science and Culture

(Scientific Research and Innovation Division)

Young professional in Project Management2Abuja, Nigeria 

 

Master in Project Management

(Knowledge as part of a scientific research or innovation project)

107.Directorate of Education, Science and Culture

(Arts and Culture Division)

Young professional in cultural industries management1Abuja, NigeriaMaster in Communication, Cultural Administration, Social Sciences

(With knowledge in the cultural or creative industries)

108.Young professional in cultural heritage management

 

1Abuja, NigeriaMaster in Cultural Heritage Management or Cultural Administration

(Knowledge of museums and archives)

 

109. 

 

 

 

Political Affairs, Peace and Security

Peacekeeping and Regional Security Directorate (Small Arms Division)Young professional in Communication1Abuja, NigeriaMaster’s degree in Mass Communication, Journalism or equivalent
110.Young professional Administrative Assistant1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor’s degree in Administration or Management Assistantship

(Bilingual)

111.Directorate of Peacekeeping and Regional Security (ECOWAS Standby Force)Young professional Administrative Assistant1Abuja, Nigeria 

 

Bachelor’s degree in Administration or Management Assistantship

(Bilingual)

112.Peacekeeping and Regional Security Directorate (Regional Security Division)Young professional Administrative Assistant1Abuja, NigeriaBachelor’s degree in Administration or Management Assistantship

(Bilingual)

113.Young professional responsible for security issues1Abuja, Nigeria 

Master in Security Studies

114.Directorate of Peacekeeping and Regional Security (Peace Support Operations Division)Young professional in Conflict Management1Abuja, Nigeria 

 

Master in Defense, Security Studies and International Relations

NB:

  • Any young graduate who would benefit from another support system or scholarship will be replaced by one from the waiting list. No accumulation;
  • Young graduates who have already benefited from the Immersion Program in ECOWAS Institutions are no longer eligible;
  • Young graduates will be immersed in the above-mentioned structures, with the preparation of a technical report.

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