46 Government jobs in Nigeria

Position: Government Teacher

Location: APETE/ OLOGUNERU

Employment Type: Full-time

Are you passionate about teaching English we are looking for an experienced Governement Teacher to join us

Key Responsibilities

Teach Government to students at (Junior/Senior Secondary Level)

Develop lesson plans and create engaging teaching materials

Prepare students for internal and external examinations

Evaluate and track students' progress

Foster an interactive and positive classroom environment

Requirements

• NCE/ND/HND/BSC
• Minimum of 1-3 years of teaching experience
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Strong classroom management and interpersonal skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₦50, ₦70,000.00 per month

Application Deadline: 12/09/2025

Expected Start Date: 15/09/2025

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)

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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Port Harcourt & Rivers State Contract

Education NGN 75, ,000

Easy Apply

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.

Position Summary

The Government Relations (GR) Director will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with regulatory bodies, policymakers, and government agencies to support the bank's business objectives. The role will involve monitoring regulatory developments and ensuring compliance. The GR Director will act as a strategic enabler for Renmoney's growth ambitions, including securing a national license, launching new products and supporting geographical expansion by proactively engaging regulators to remove barriers.

Key Responsibilities

1. Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with government ministries, regulatory agencies (e.g., CBN, NDIC, NIBSS, FCCPC, NITDA), legislative bodies, and industry associations.
• Represent the bank in meetings, consultations, and public hearings related to the financial services industry.
• Build partnerships with industry stakeholders to align common policy positions.
• Expand and maintain relationships with state-level regulators and agencies for branch licensing, operational permits, and state-specific compliance requirements.
• Engage with tax authorities (FIRS, LIRS) on evolving tax policies impacting operations.

2. Policy & Regulatory Monitoring

• Track and interpret new laws, regulations, and government initiatives affecting the banking and fintech sectors.
• Analyze potential business impact and advise senior management.
• Establish an early warning system for regulatory and policy changes that could affect Renmoney's strategy or operations."
• Coordinate with Compliance and Legal teams to ensure alignment with regulatory expectations and establish an early warning system for regulatory and policy changes that could affect Renmoney's strategy or operations.

3. Advocacy & Influence

• Develop and execute advocacy strategies to shape regulatory and policy outcomes in the bank's Favour.
• Prepare position papers, briefs, and presentations for submission to policymakers.
• Participate in consultations to provide feedback on draft regulations and industry reforms.

4. Internal Advisory

• Provide regular updates to executive leadership on political, economic, and regulatory trends.
• Participate in business planning sessions to identify regulatory implications early in product and market entry strategies.
• Advise on strategic opportunities and risks emerging from government actions.
• Support product launches and expansion plans with regulatory engagement.

5. Crisis & Issues Management

• Serve as a key contact point for government relations during crises.
• Coordinate response strategies in situations involving regulatory disputes or public policy concerns.
• Lead regulatory engagement during high-impact events, including regulatory inspections, product compliance queries, or operational disputes, ensuring minimal business disruption.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law, Political Science, Public Policy, Economics, or related field (Master's degree is an advantage).
• 10+ years of experience in government relations, regulatory affairs, or public policy in banking, fintech, or telecoms.
• Strong understanding of Nigeria's financial regulatory framework and political landscape.
• Proven experience engaging with senior government officials and industry bodies.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical and policy interpretation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and sensitive information.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Strategic thinking with problem-solving abilities.

Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Quality and timeliness of regulatory insights provided to management.
• Strength of relationships with key government and regulatory stakeholders.
• Success in influencing policy outcomes beneficial to the bank.
• Level of proactive engagement in regulatory consultations and industry forums.
• Time taken to secure regulatory approvals for planned initiatives.
• Number of strategic projects supported through proactive regulatory engagement.
• Reduction in compliance-related delays or penalties.

Benefits

What's in it for you

• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping regulatory engagement and public policy in Nigeria's fast-evolving financial sector.
• Direct access to senior leadership and influence on strategic decision-making at the highest levels of the bank.
• A platform to build and strengthen relationships with key policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders.
• Exposure to cutting-edge initiatives in banking, fintech, and digital finance with regional and global impact.
• Competitive executive compensation package, performance-based incentives, and comprehensive benefits.
• Professional development through policy forums, industry associations, and global regulatory networks.
• A collaborative, mission-driven culture that values integrity, innovation, and strategic thinking.
• Long-term career growth opportunities within a leading financial institution.

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Lagos Full Time

Banking, Finance & Insurance Confidential

• Minimum Qualification :
• Experience Level : Mid level
• Experience Length : 3 years

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OPay is a mobile money platform operated by OPay Digital Services Limited and licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria. Launched in June 2018, the company has spread its services across all 36 states in Nigeria with over 500,000 mobile money merchants. We are more than a payment company. We believe everyone should be able to enjoy financial and social inclusion, without regard for physical borders, boundaries, or even social status.

OPay is a one-stop mobile-based platform for payment and other important services in your everyday life. Millions of users rely on OPay every day to send and receive money and pay bills.

We Are Recruiting To Fill The Position Below

Job Title: Government Relations Officer

Locations: Abuja (FCT) and Lagos (Onsite)

Job Description

• We are seeking proactive and well-connected Government Relations Officers to manage and strengthen OPay's relationship with key government agencies, regulators, and stakeholders.
  The ideal candidate will support regulatory compliance, monitor policy changes, and advocate for OPay's interests while ensuring a smooth operational environment in Lagos and Abuja.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with government bodies, regulators, and other key stakeholders.
• Track, analyze, and interpret new and pending legislation, regulations, and policies that may impact OPay's business.
• Support the company in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements at the federal, state, and local levels.
• Facilitate timely approvals, licenses, and permits required for business operations.
• Represent OPay at government and regulatory meetings, industry forums, and public hearings.
• Provide internal stakeholders with insights and updates on policy developments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Legal, Compliance, Operations) to align business goals with regulatory expectations.
  Prepare reports, position papers, and briefing notes for management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Law, Political Science, Public Administration, International Relations, or related field.
• 3–5 years' proven experience ingovernment relations, regulatory affairs, or stakeholder management(preferably within financial services/fintech).
• Strong network and connections within government and regulatory agencies in Nigeria.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of the regulatory landscape in Nigeria's fintech, banking, or payments industry.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple engagements.
  Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Preferred

• Experience working in a fast-paced fintech, financial services, or telecoms company.
  Understanding of Central Bank of Nigeria regulations.

Application Closing Date

6th October, 2025.

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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.