The International Labour Organization (ILO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations focused on promoting social justice, labour rights and decent work. Established in 1919, it is the only UN agency with a tripartite structure that brings together governments, employers and workers’ organizations to develop labour standards, policies and programmes.
The ILO works globally through international labour standards, policy advice, technical cooperation, research, training and development programmes. In Nigeria, the ILO has been active since 1959 and works with government, employers and workers’ organizations on employment, labour standards, social protection and other aspects of the Decent Work Agenda.
To promote social justice and internationally recognized labour and human rights, while advancing decent and productive work for women and men.
A world in which decent work, social justice, fundamental rights at work and inclusive economic opportunities are accessible to all.
The ILO operates globally across its member states. Its Nigeria Country Office is based in Abuja and covers Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone, while also serving as the ILO liaison office for ECOWAS.
In Nigeria, the current Decent Work Country Programme 2023–2027 provides the framework for ILO activities and cooperation with national partners.
The ILO works through its distinctive tripartite model, collaborating with governments, employers’ organizations and workers’ organizations. In Nigeria, its partners include the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, Nigeria Labour Congress, Trade Union Congress and Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association, alongside UN agencies, development partners and other stakeholders.
Career opportunities with the ILO can span:
The ILO also recruits professionals, specialists, consultants and other personnel for its global and country-level programmes.
Decent Work • Labour Rights • Employment • Social Protection • Skills Development • Youth Employment • Labour Migration • Occupational Safety and Health • Social Dialogue • Labour Standards • Gender Equality • Labour Market Research
