The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) in Nairobi has announced job opportunities for several positions. Most positions are for permanent employment, except for the CS/Director of Legal Services, which is a three-year contract that can be renewed.
Candidates interested in these positions are advised to apply online through the NEMA recruitment portal before May 27, 2024, by 5 p.m.
NEMA Recruitment Portal 2024/2025
If you’re interested in applying for the NEMA Invites Applications Update for 2024/2025, here’s what you need to know:
- The NEMA recruitment for 2024 has not yet opened.
- When it does, interested and qualified candidates should follow the steps below to apply effectively.
- To apply, visit the official NEMA Recruitment Portal website at www.nema.gov.ng.
- Keep an eye on the website for updates on when the recruitment process will begin.
Jobs at NEMA
The job openings at NEMA include a wide range of positions, from senior roles like CS/Director of Legal Services and Deputy Director of Internal Audit to operational roles such as Compliance/Environment Officers and Environment Assistants.
There are a total of 13 job categories listed, with a need for 32 individuals.
All positions are offered on permanent and pensionable terms, except for the CS/Director Legal Services role, which is on a three-year contract that can be renewed.
About working at NEMA
NEMA is the National Emergency Management Agency of New Zealand. They lead the country’s emergency management system, focusing on readiness, response, and recovery for all hazards.
NEMA is growing, so there will be more job opportunities in the future.
They believe in diversity and inclusion, wanting their workforce to represent the diversity of their communities. They value people from different backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives, and support flexible working arrangements.
NEMA acknowledges the partnership between Māori and the Crown outlined in Te Tiriti o Waitangi. They are committed to fulfilling the Crown’s commitments to Māori and strive to integrate Māori perspectives and practices into their work.
NEMA 2024/2025 Requirements
- To apply for this position, you must be a Nigerian citizen.
- Having computer skills will be beneficial.
- If you’re a graduate, you need a letter of release or exemption from the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
- Age limits vary: 18 to 22 for high school graduates, and 18 to 26 for those with higher education qualifications like nurses, NCEs, ONDs, and drivers.
- You must provide your O’level results with credits in mathematics and English.
- Candidates should be in good health, without contagious illnesses, mental health issues, or physical disabilities.
- For first-degree holders, a minimum of Second Class Upper Division is required, and for HND holders, a minimum of Upper Credit.
- You should have no history of participating in unlawful activities.
- Shortlisted candidates will need to pass a qualifying aptitude exam.
How to Apply for NEMA Recruitment?
More Facts about NEMA Recruitment
- NEMA stands for National Emergency Management Agency. It’s a federal agency with various government duties and often needs to hire new staff.
- Information about NEMA recruitment is made available to the public through the website www.nema.gov.ng.
- Recruitment is transparent and free of charge. If you meet the qualifications, you can participate in the hiring process.
- Functions of NEMA include:
- Creating policies for disaster management in Nigeria and assessing the country’s readiness for emergencies.
- Providing relief supplies to disaster victims in Nigeria.
- Promoting preparedness against sudden disasters by offering training and capacity building, including mapping flood susceptibility.
- Developing a unified humanitarian action plan and acquiring necessary emergency rescue equipment.