Apply Now: FIRS Announces Fresh Recruitment, Eligibility Criteria, Application Deadline

Apply Now: FIRS Announces Fresh Recruitment, Eligibility Criteria, Application Deadline

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) on Monday, December 23, 2024, announced plans to recruit Nigerian graduates as tax officers

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has officially opened recruitment for experienced hires across various specialized roles. This initiative is part of the agency’s strategic efforts to strengthen its workforce for effective tax administration.

Available Positions

Below are the positions advertised along with their job references and salary levels:

1. Assistant Manager, Tax (Investigation) – Job Reference: TI-1 | Salary Level: 08
2. Deputy Manager, Tax (Investigation) – Job Reference: TI-2 | Salary Level: 07
3. Assistant Manager, PRS (Research) – Job Reference: RCH-1 | Salary Level: 08
4. Deputy Manager, PRS (Research) – Job Reference: RCH-2 | Salary Level: 07
5. Assistant Manager, Public Relations – Job Reference: PR-1 | Salary Level: 08
6. Deputy Manager, Public Relations – Job Reference: PR-2 | Salary Level: 07
7. Assistant Manager, ICT (Cybersecurity & AI Management) – Job Reference: CS&AI-1 | Salary Level: 08
8. Deputy Manager, ICT (Cybersecurity & AI Management) – Job Reference: CS&AI-2 | Salary Level: 07
9. Assistant Manager, PRS (Risk Management) – Job Reference: RM-1 | Salary Level: 08
10. Deputy Manager, PRS (Risk Management) – Job Reference: RM-2 | Salary Level: 07
11. Assistant Manager, Legal – Job Reference: LG-1 | Salary Level: 08
12. Deputy Manager, Legal – Job Reference: LG-2 | Salary Level: 07
13. Senior Manager, Tax (Audit) – Job Reference: TA-1 | Salary Level: 05
14. Assistant Director, Tax (Audit) – Job Reference: TA-2 | Salary Level: 04

General Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree/HND with at least Second Class Lower or Lower Credit.
• Must have completed the NYSC program no later than December 31, 2017.
• For Assistant Manager and Deputy Manager roles, applicants must not exceed 40 years of age as of December 31, 2024.
• Senior Manager and Assistant Director roles require applicants to be no older than 45 years as of the same date.
• Strong leadership, management, communication, and analytical skills.
• In-depth knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and regulations.
• Ability to enforce compliance with tax laws and work in diverse environments.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are required to:

1. Apply via the official FIRS career portal: careers.firs.gov.ng
2. Visit FIRS verified social media handles for more details.

The application portal will be open from Monday, December 23, 2024, and the deadline for submission is January 11, 2025.

Conclusion

The FIRS encourages qualified candidates to take advantage of this opportunity and apply for roles that match their skills and expertise. For further updates, stay connected to the official FIRS platforms.