Federal Ministry of Education Recruitment 2026 – Technical Facilitators for Federal Technical Colleges (Nationwide)

Date Published: 17 February 2026

The Federal Ministry of Education has officially opened the application portal for the strategic recruitment of Technical Facilitators to support Federal Technical Colleges across Nigeria.

This one-year ministerial intervention forms part of the Ministry’s ongoing reforms to strengthen Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) nationwide. The initiative aims to reposition Nigeria’s technical education system to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving labour market.

The recruitment aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and seeks to bridge Nigeria’s critical skills gap by engaging qualified, industry-oriented professionals capable of delivering modern, competency-based training.

Position Title

Technical Facilitator

Location

Nationwide – All Federal Technical Colleges in Nigeria

Programme Overview

This strategic recruitment is designed to:

• Strengthen the quality, relevance, and responsiveness of technical education in Nigeria
• Equip students with industry-relevant skills for workforce readiness and innovation
• Transform Federal Technical Colleges into centres of excellence for technical education and skills development
• Improve both practical and theoretical instruction across technical institutions

Selected Technical Facilitators will contribute to delivering modern vocational training that aligns with current industry standards and national development priorities.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must possess any of the following in relevant technical, vocational, or educational disciplines:

• Ordinary National Diploma (OND)
• National Certificate in Education (NCE)
• Higher National Diploma (HND)
• Bachelor’s Degree

Higher qualifications and additional certifications may be an advantage.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates should:

• Have demonstrable experience in technical instruction, vocational training, or industry-specific practice
• Possess strong pedagogical and instructional skills
• Be committed to improving technical education outcomes
• Demonstrate capacity to contribute to workforce development and national skills advancement

Professionals with practical industry exposure are strongly encouraged to apply.

Duration

This is a one-year ministerial intervention programme.

Application Process

Interested and qualified applicants are required to complete the official online application form via the Ministry’s designated portal.

Application Link: Go to the official portal to submit your application

Applicants may also visit the Ministry’s website for additional information:
www.education.gov.ng

All applications will undergo a transparent and merit-based evaluation process. Submission of an application does not guarantee selection.

Application Deadline

Monday, 16 March 2026
Time: 11:59 PM

Late applications may not be considered.

Commitment to Excellence

The Federal Ministry of Education remains committed to enhancing Federal Technical Colleges as centres of innovation, technical excellence, and workforce readiness. This recruitment represents a significant step toward ensuring that students acquire skills relevant to national development and global competitiveness.

Official Contact

Folasade Boriowo
Director, Press and Public Relations

This opportunity is ideal for skilled professionals who wish to contribute meaningfully to the transformation of technical education in Nigeria and play a role in shaping the next generation of technical experts.