How to Apply for Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) Adhoc Staff Recruitment
The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) is a statutory body tasked with overseeing free, fair, and credible elections in Rivers State, Nigeria.
Qualified candidates are invited to apply for recruitment as adhoc workers for the upcoming local government council elections scheduled for October 5th, 2024.
1st CATEGORY
- Local Government Returning Officers (LGROs)
Local Government Returning Officers are responsible for collating (tabulating and summing up) and announcing the results of the candidates, as well as declaring the winner of the Local Council election in a particular Local Government Area (LGA). - Ward Returning Officers (WROs)
Ward Returning Officers collate and announce the candidates’ results, declaring the winner of the election within a specific ward. - Supervisory Presiding Officers (SPOs)
- Supervise the polling process at a cluster of Polling Units.
- Assist in training presiding officers, poll clerks, and assistants under their supervision.
- Ensure all sensitive and non-sensitive election materials are available in the correct quantities and at the right time at assigned polling stations.
- Visit polling stations regularly to handle issues that arise during the election period.
- Ensure polling results are delivered to the Ward Returning Officer (WRO) by the Presiding Officer (PO).
- Submit all election materials returned by the PO to the WRO after the election.
- Collaborate with security agents to maintain law and order at polling stations.
- Report to the WRO for all duties.
- Presiding Officers (POs)
- Oversee all activities at the Polling Unit on Election Day, including polling, sorting, vote counting, and announcing results.
- Receive and inspect all election materials from the SPO, ensuring the security of sensitive items like ballot papers and result forms.
- Arrive at the Polling Unit at least one hour before polling begins to set up.
- Manage voting point activities and conduct voter education.
- Issue ballot papers and ensure voters deposit them in the correct ballot box.
- Return all election materials, except the Result Sheets and Card Reader, to the SPO for delivery to the WRO after the election.
- Report security incidents and, if necessary, request police intervention to maintain order.
- Document any adverse incidents using the incident report form and inform the appropriate authorities.
- Provide election updates to the Election Operations Support Centre (EOSC) and report any threats.
Qualifications
Candidates must possess a university degree and be computer literate. Previous experience in similar roles is an added advantage.
2nd CATEGORY
- Polling Clerks (PCs)
- Assist in collecting election materials from the SPO.
- Confirm that a voter’s details in the Permanent Voter Card (PVC) match the Register of Voters, ticking the appropriate box before polling.
- Apply indelible ink to the voter’s finger before polling.
- Help in preparing and sorting ballots.
- Assist in returning election materials to the SPO after the poll closes.
- Assistant Polling Clerks (APCs)
- Supervise all polling, sorting, and counting activities within a specified Voting Point (VP).
- Act on behalf of the PO at the Voting Point.
- Maintain order among voters at the VP.
Qualifications
Candidates must hold an NCE, OND, WASC, GCE, SSCE, or NECO and be computer literate. Prior experience will be an advantage.
How to Apply for RSIEC Adhoc Staff Recruitment
To apply for the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) Adhoc Staff Recruitment for the upcoming local government council elections, follow these steps:
- Visit the RSIEC Website: Go to the official RSIEC website at www.rsiec.rv.gov.ng.
- Select a Position: Choose the position you wish to apply for, such as Local Government Returning Officer, Ward Returning Officer, Supervisory Presiding Officer, Presiding Officer, Polling Clerk, or Assistant Polling Clerk.
- Complete the Application Form: Fill in the required personal and relevant details in the application form.
- Enter Guarantor Details: Provide necessary information about your guarantors.
- Upload Documents: Upload copies of your credentials and any other required documents (e.g., degrees, identification).
- Submit the Application: Ensure all fields are accurately completed before submitting your application.
Method of Application
Interested applicants should complete the application form on the Commission’s website at www.rsiec.rv.gov.ng and upload copies of their credentials.
Deadline
Submit your application on or before Wednesday, September 18th.
Good luck with your application!
