FIRS Begins Fresh Recruitment Exercise – [See How To Apply]

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has opened its 2024 recruitment portal, inviting applications for Tax Officers positions in selected Nigerian states.

This initiative, part of FIRS’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s tax administration and enhancing workforce empowerment, offers job opportunities across various regions.

Vacancy And Requirements:

Positions: Officer I and Officer II in Tax Administration
Locations: The recruitment is open in Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu, Imo, Ekiti, Lagos, and Oyo. Candidates may select one preferred location during the application process.

Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for the 2024 FIRS recruitment, candidates must fulfill the following conditions:

Age Requirement: Applicants must be 27 years old or younger as of December 31, 2024.

NYSC Requirement: Candidates need to have completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program by December 31, 2021.

Educational Background: Candidates must possess either a Bachelor’s Degree or a Higher National Diploma (HND) with a minimum classification of First Class or Second Class Upper Division. Acceptable disciplines include:

Accounting, Actuarial Science, Business Information Systems, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Law, Management, Mathematics, and Visual Arts.

Additional qualifications, such as relevant master’s degrees or professional certifications (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, ANAN, COREN, NSE), will be considered beneficial.

Application Process: The application process is designed for accessibility and ease:

Visit the FIRS Portal: Go to firs.gov.ng/careers to apply. The portal opens at 12:00 am on November 2, 2024.

Complete the Application Form: Register on the portal, fill out the application form, and upload the required documents.

Select Preferred Location: Candidates should select one preferred state for their application.
Important Considerations

Fraud Prevention: FIRS warns candidates against unofficial channels and fraudulent websites, advising applications only through the official FIRS website.

Inclusivity: FIRS encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to foster a diverse workforce.

Placement Flexibility: Although applicants may choose their preferred location, FIRS may assign successful candidates to any operational location within Nigeria.

After the application, the FIRS will evaluate applications, and those candidates who are shortlisted will advance to the subsequent stage of the recruitment process, which may encompass aptitude assessments, interviews, and medical evaluations.

This comprehensive procedure guarantees that only the most capable individuals become part of the FIRS team.

For additional information regarding eligibility and application criteria, please visit firs.gov.ng/careers.