17 Government jobs in Nigeria

Sector: Education (School)

Job Title: Government Teacher

Location: Moniya, Ibadan, Nigeria

Job Type: Full-time

Reports To: Head of Department

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Government Teacher to join our client's team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching in Government, fostering a dynamic learning environment, and contributing to the academic and personal development of students. The Government Teacher will engage students with a comprehensive curriculum that includes the study of Nigerian government, politics, and international relations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science or Public Administration, or a related field.
• Teaching qualification or certification in education is an added advantage.
• Proven experience teaching Government or related subjects at the senior secondary level.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students.
• Ability to create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should apply for this exciting opening via this form link:

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From ₦60,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do You Live In Moniya or Close to Moniya?

Education:

• Higher National Diploma (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Location:

• Ibadan (Required)

Teacher Responsibilities:

· Developing and issuing educational content including notes, tests, and assignments.

· Supervising classes to ensure all students are learning in a safe and productive environment.

· Organizing supplies and resources for lectures and presentations.

· Delivering personalized instruction to each student by encouraging interactive learning.

· Planning and implementing educational activities and events.

· Ensuring your classroom is clean and orderly.

· Preparing and distributing periodic progress reports and semester report cards.

· Attending parent-teacher meetings.

· Evaluating and documenting students' progress.

· Allocating and grading homework, assignments, and tests.

Teacher Requirements:

· Bachelor's degree in teaching or relevant field.

· A minimum of 2 years experience as a teacher.

· In-depth knowledge of teaching methods and legal educational procedures.

· Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

· Well-organized with excellent leadership abilities.

· Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₦100, ₦120,000.00 per month

Job Description/Requirements Responsibilities: Introducing students to government terminologies, principles, and practices.Preparing engaging lesson plans that align with the curriculum and cater to different learning styles. Requirements: Preferably lives within Abeokuta Or Opposite Sacred Heart Hospital Lantoro/ Abule oloni B.Ed/BSc/HND/ND but must be sound Minimum of 2 years teaching experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₦50,000.00 per month

Expected Start Date: 20/09/2025

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Lagos Full Time

Education NGN 75, ,000 Negotiable

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Are you a dedicated and passionate Government Teacher looking to make a positive impact on young minds? Lagooz Schools Lagos, in its expansion program, is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as teachers in various subject areas across early childhood, primary, and secondary school levels.

• Minimum Qualification : N.C.E
• Experience Level : Entry level
• Experience Length : 2 years
• Working Hours : Full Time

Responsibilities:

• Present lessons in a comprehensive manner and use visual/audio means to facilitate learning
• Provide individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learning
• Create and distribute educational content (notes, summaries, assignments, etc.)
• Assess and record students' progress and provide grades and feedback
• Maintain a tidy and orderly classroom
• Collaborate with other teachers, parents, and stakeholders, and participate in regular meetings
• Plan and execute educational in-class and outdoor activities and events
• Observe and understand students' behavior and psyche and report suspicions of neglect, abuse, etc.
  Develop and enrich professional skills and knowledge by attending seminars, conferences, etc.

Requirements:

• Minimum academic qualification of NCE
• Must be teaching consistently in either public or private schools for at least 2 years.
• The Teachers' Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) is an added advantage.
• Thorough knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational guidelines, partnered with a willingness to follow the school's policies and procedures
• Passion for teaching and nurturing students' growth
• Relevant qualifications and teaching experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous experience in teaching ICT
• Well-organized and committed
• Creative and energetic
• Strong moral values and discipline
  Knowledge of CPR.

Location: Lagos State (Residing within Ikeja, Agege, Ifako Ijaiye, Alimosho Local Government)

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Ibadan & Oyo State Full Time

Education NGN 75, ,000

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This is a full-time on-site role of a Government Teacher in Ibadan.

• Minimum Qualification : Degree
• Experience Level : Entry level
• Experience Length : 2 years
• Working Hours : Full Time

Responsibilities:

• Planning, preparing, and delivering instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences in government and political science.
• Evaluate and monitor students' progress
• Maintain accurate records of students' grades and attendance
  Collaborate with other teachers and staff to enhance the educational experience.

Requirements:

• Strong government relations and local government knowledge
• Excellent communication skills
• Analytical Skills to assess and interpret political data
• Understanding of Public Sector dynamics
• Effective classroom management and teaching skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
• Prior teaching experience in government or political science is a plus
  Bachelor's degree (Education) in Political Science, Government, Education, or related field

Location: Ibadan

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Lagos Full Time

Education NGN 75, ,000

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We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Teacher to join our clients; a School. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and comprehensive lessons in Government, helping students develop a strong understanding of the subject

• Minimum Qualification : HND
• Experience Level : Entry level
• Experience Length : 1 year

Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver well-structured lesson plans aligned with the curriculum and educational standards.
• Foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills through classroom discussions and case studies.
• Assess and evaluate students' progress through assignments, tests, and projects.
• Provide feedback and guidance to support students' academic growth
• Encourage student participation and create an inclusive classroom environment.
• Maintain accurate records of students' performance and attendance.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding students' progress.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and school activities.
  Mentor and support students, fostering their personal and academic development.

Requirements:

• B.Ed./BSc/HND
• Minimum of one year of teaching experience
• Preferably lives in Ipaja or Ejigbo Axis of Lagos or nearby areas

Our Purpose
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
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Director, Government Engagement - West Africa

Our Purpose

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

Overview
The Anglophone West Africa cluster consisting of Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Liberia and Gambia, is engaging Governments to design and launch broad strategic and targeted use-case programs aimed at digitizing the economy and achieving an efficient, transparent and seamless digital payments infrastructure for the economy.

In order to effectively support the vision of these markets and our various marquee strategic engagements across the West Africa, Mastercard is hiring a Director, Government Sales for West Africa.

The Director, Government Engagement role will be responsible for all government relationships with the regulators, government entities, and related entities, across sales and/or solution design, business development, and program oversight. Understanding of Government processes, strong analytical skills, a strategy or Business Development background, as well as a basic understanding of financial technology and payments solutions is paramount. Strong strategic communications and presentation skills to engage internal and external stakeholders and gain buy-in for execution is key. Ability to work cross functional in a matrix organization and proven delivery proof points have to be clearly showcased.

Major Accountabilities (The Role):

• Identify, qualify, develop, and close market-wide or use-case based solutions for government clients on both a solicited an unsolicited basis
• In partnership with the local Country Manager, Country BD Lead & local team, and in alignment with the regional GE team, develop a business opportunities pipeline in line with the local market strategy.
• Accountable for the development and monitoring of the account plans and KPIs, as well as the program management of the partnership in all of its stages: Discover, Qualify, Prioritize, Plan, Execute, Codify (for new types of opportunities)
• Support in developing Quarterly Business Reviews and Annual Budget Planning exercises for the local market
• Engage the Government Centre of Excellence and other relevant global corporate units to identify or co-design relevant solutions including commercial and non-commercial assets to be deployed as part of the engagement program.
• Participate actively, and lead if needed, in the design of strategic and commercial initiatives for the cluster, focusing on creating sustainable, scalable and repeatable business models.

Deliverables:

• Lead generation and management as well as development of a BD pipeline and account plans for key accounts
• Development of pitch decks and customer-centric narratives, solutions and value propositions
• Ongoing monitoring and reporting, in coordination with market and regional units, across country initiatives
• On a regular basis, demand analysis for existing and future Mastercard solutions to be provided to the Government CoE
• Communication to Country Managers, Regional Government Engagement head, and in-country teams on program status, risks & gaps, as well as escalation management.

Key Requirements (All About You):

• Understand the political structure and regulatory landscape of the local market and how it operates, key players and influencers
• Solid understanding of the payment ecosystem and digital economy infrastructure
• Proven business development mindset to drive and build momentum and deliver results
• Well-connected with balanced and conducive relationships in the aforementioned Governments.
• Nigerian National preferred.

Corporate Security Responsibility

All Activities Involving Access To Mastercard Assets, Information, And Networks Comes With An Inherent Risk To The Organization And, Therefore, It Is Expected That Every Person Working For, Or On Behalf Of, Mastercard Is Responsible For Information Security And Must:

• Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
• Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
• Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.

Corporate Security Responsibility
All Activities Involving Access To Mastercard Assets, Information, And Networks Comes With An Inherent Risk To The Organization And, Therefore, It Is Expected That Every Person Working For, Or On Behalf Of, Mastercard Is Responsible For Information Security And Must:

• Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
• Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
• Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.

Company Description

FMDQ is Africa's first vertically integrated financial market infrastructure (FMI) group, offering seamless execution, clearing, and settlement of financial market transactions across the debt capital, foreign exchange, and derivatives markets. The company operates through FMDQ Securities Exchange Limited, FMDQ Clear Limited, iQx Consult Limited, and FMDQ Depository Limited. With a focus on transforming the Nigerian financial markets, FMDQ promotes its "GOLD" Agenda, emphasising Global Competitiveness, Operational Excellence, Liquidity, and Diversity. FMDQ fosters an environment of continuous learning, innovation, and high performance, attracting and retaining talented individuals committed to delivering excellent service to stakeholders.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Government Affairs Specialist located in Lagos with some work-from-home flexibility. The specialist will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with government representatives, analyzing and interpreting governmental policies, and communicating effectively on behalf of the company. Additional tasks include monitoring legislative activities, lobbying for favorable regulatory outcomes, and preparing reports and presentations.

Qualifications

• Government Affairs and Government Relations skills
• Strong Analytical Skills
• Effective Communication skills
• Knowledge of Government operations and policies
• Knowledge of the structure of government
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Excellent networking and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Experience in the financial sector is an advantage
• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Economics, Business or Public Administration, Law, or a related field

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Port Harcourt & Rivers State Contract

Education NGN 75, ,000

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We are hiring seasoned and qualified Government teachers certified to teach IGCSE and A-Level programmes. Successful candidates will teach on a contract basis (2 hours/day, 3 times per week) and play a critical role in shaping the academic journey of our sixth-form learners.

• Minimum Qualification : Degree
• Experience Level : Entry level
• Experience Length : 2 years

Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons in the selected subject(s) following Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level standards.
• Teach for 2 hours per day, 3 days per week (6 hours total weekly).
• Prepare learners for both internal assessments and external Cambridge examinations.
• Design and implement lesson plans, schemes of work, assignments, and test materials.
• Track and assess student performance, providing constructive feedback and reports.
• Foster a motivating, inclusive classroom environment that promotes academic achievement.
• Collaborate with fellow educators and contribute to departmental planning and development.
  Maintain accurate academic records and communicate effectively with parents/guardians.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Education or the relevant subject area (Master's degree is an added advantage).
• Recognised teaching certification, ideally with specialisation in IGCSE and/or A-Level instruction (e.g. Cambridge certification, PGCE, TRCN).
• Minimum of 2-3 years' experience teaching IGCSE and/or A-Level with a strong performance record.
• In-depth knowledge of Cambridge curriculum content, standards, and assessment methods.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
  Proficiency in using modern teaching tools and educational technology.

Additional Information:

• This is a contract-based, part-time role.
• Shortlisted candidates may be invited to deliver a demo lesson.
• Immediate availability or readiness to begin in the upcoming academic term is preferred.