The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), recognized as one of Africa’s largest air forces, comprising approximately 15,000 personnel and a diverse fleet of aircraft, invites qualified individuals to apply for various positions under its Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC).
About the DSSC:
The Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) allows civilians and serving military personnel to enlist in the NAF. Candidates with a degree in specified fields will undergo a six-month intensive military training program, culminating in commissioning as a Flying Officer.
Below are the details for each available position:
1. Position: Chaplain
Location: Nigeria
Qualifications:
- Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Theology or Divinity, with a minimum of Second Class Upper Division.
General Requirements:
- Nationality: Must be a Nigerian citizen by birth.
- Age: Between 20 and 30 years (25-40 years for Medical Consultants). Candidates born before 27 September 1995 are ineligible.
- Height: Minimum height of 1.66m for males; 1.63m for females.
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must meet the Nigerian Air Force’s medical and employment standards.
Application Process:
Successful candidates will be required to present original credentials during the Selection Board Interview. Required documentation includes:
- Two recent passport photographs (stamped and countersigned).
- Original and photocopies of birth certificate, educational/professional certificates, and indigeneship certificate.
- A good character attestation from a recognized authority.
Additional Requirements:
- A minimum of Second Class Upper Division or Upper Credit for HND holders.
- Credit in English Language and Mathematics.
- NYSC Discharge Certificate or Letter of Exemption is mandatory.
- Registration with relevant professional bodies (if applicable).
Application Deadline: 26th November 2024
2. Position: Air Provost
Location: Nigeria
Qualifications:
- Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Sociology, Criminology, Psychology, Law (LLB), or Veterinary Medicine; or Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS) with a minimum of Second Class Upper Division.
General Requirements:
- Nationality: Must be a Nigerian citizen by birth.
- Age: 20-30 years (25-40 for Medical Consultants). Candidates born before 27 September 1995 are ineligible.
- Height: Minimum of 1.66m for males; 1.63m for females.
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must meet the Nigerian Air Force’s medical and employment standards.
Application Process:
Successful applicants will submit original credentials during the Selection Board Interview. Required documents include:
- Two recent passport photographs (stamped and countersigned).
- Original and photocopies of birth certificate, educational/professional certificates, and indigeneship certificate.
- A good character attestation from a recognized authority.
Additional Requirements:
- Minimum academic qualifications: Second Class Upper Division for degree holders and Upper Credit for HND holders.
- Credit in English Language and Mathematics.
- NYSC Discharge Certificate or Letter of Exemption is mandatory.
- Registration with relevant professional bodies (if applicable).
Application Deadline: 26th November 2024
3. Position: Nurse
Location: Nigeria
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor of Nursing Science (BNSc) and Master of Science (MSc) in Nursing Science from any NUC-accredited university, registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria, and possessing an Annual Practicing License. Specialization in nursing specialties is an added advantage.
General Requirements:
- Nationality: Must be a Nigerian citizen by birth.
- Age: 20-30 years (25-40 for Medical Consultants). Candidates born before 27 September 1995 are ineligible.
- Height: Minimum of 1.66m for males; 1.63m for females.
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must meet the Nigerian Air Force’s medical and employment standards.
Application Process:
Successful candidates will present original credentials during the Selection Board Interview, including:
- Two recent passport photographs (stamped and countersigned).
- Original and photocopies of birth certificate, educational/professional certificates, and indigeneship certificate.
- A good character attestation from a recognized authority.
Additional Requirements:
- Minimum of Second Class Upper Division for first-degree holders and Upper Credit for HND holders.
- Credit in English Language and Mathematics.
- NYSC Discharge Certificate or Letter of Exemption is mandatory.
- Registration with relevant professional bodies (if applicable).
Application Deadline: 26th November 2024
4. Job Opportunity: Consultant Maxillo-Facial Surgeon
Location: Nigeria
Qualifications:
- Degree: MBBS/BDS from an NUC-accredited university.
- Certification: Fellowship certification in a relevant field.
- Registration: Must be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.
- License: Possession of an Annual Practicing License.
General Requirements:
- Nationality: Must be a Nigerian citizen by birth or origin.
- Age: 25 – 40 years (for Medical Consultants).
- Height: Minimum of 1.66m for males, 1.63m for females.
- Medical Fitness: Applicants must meet the Nigerian Air Force’s medical and fitness standards.
Documentation:
Applicants must provide:
- Local Government Area Attestation Form.
- Original credentials (birth certificate, education certificates, etc.).
- Attestation to Good Character signed by authorized personnel.
Professional Requirements:
- Minimum of Second Class Upper Division for degree holders.
- NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate.
- Computer literacy is an advantage.
Application Deadline: 26th November 2024
5. Job Opportunity: Account and Budget Officer
Location: Nigeria
Qualifications:
- Degree: BSc in Accounting, Banking, and Finance with a minimum of Second Class Upper Division.
- Certification: Must have professional certification from ICAN/ANAN.
General Requirements:
- Nationality: Must be a Nigerian citizen by birth or origin.
- Age: 20 – 30 years by 27th September 2025.
- Height: Minimum of 1.66m for males and 1.63m for females.
- Medical Fitness: Must meet the Nigerian Air Force’s medical and fitness standards.
Documentation:
- Local Government Area Attestation Form, signed by authorized personnel.
- Original credentials for scrutiny, including birth certificate, educational certificates, and character attestation.
Professional Requirements:
- Minimum of Second Class Upper Division for degree holders or Upper Credit for HND holders.
- Credit in English Language and Mathematics is required.
- NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate is mandatory.
- Computer literacy is an added advantage.
Application Deadline: 26th November 2024
6. Job Opportunity: Biomedical Engineer
Location: Nigeria
Qualifications:
- Degree: BEngr / BSc / HND in Biomedical Engineering from a recognized institution in Nigeria.
General Requirements:
- Nationality: Must be a Nigerian citizen by birth or origin.
- Age: 20-30 years by 27th September 2025. Medical consultants must be between 25 and 40 years. Candidates born before 27th September 1995 are ineligible (1985 for medical consultants).
- Height: Minimum of 1.66m for males and 1.63m for females.
- Medical Fitness: Must meet NAF medical and employment standards.
Documentation:
- Local Government Attestation Form, signed by a military officer of the required rank, or other specified officials. The form must include a passport photo and photocopy of the signee’s ID or driver’s license.
- Original credentials: Must be presented for scrutiny, including two passport photos, birth certificate, educational certificates, indigeneship certificate, and character attestation.
Professional Requirements:
- Minimum of Second Class Upper Division for degree holders or Upper Credit for HND holders.
- Credits in English and Mathematics are required.
- NYSC Discharge Certificate or Letter of Exemption is mandatory.
- Computer literacy is an added advantage.
Application Deadline: 26th November 2024
7. Job Opportunity: Medical Physiologist
Location: Nigeria
Qualifications:
- Degree: BSc in Medical Physiology from a recognized institution in Nigeria.
General Requirements:
- Nationality: Must be a Nigerian citizen by origin or birth.
- Age: 20-30 years by 27th September 2025 (Medical Consultants must be between 25-40 years). Candidates born before 27th September 1995 are not eligible, while Medical Consultants born before 27th September 1985 are ineligible.
- Height: Minimum height of 1.66m for males and 1.63m for females.
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must meet the NAF’s medical and employment standards.
Documentation:
- Local Government Attestation Form, signed by a military officer of the required rank or other officials, which must include a passport photo and photocopy of the signee’s ID or driver’s license.
- Original credentials, including two passport photographs, birth certificate, educational/professional certificates, and indigeneship certificate.
Professional Requirements:
- Minimum academic qualifications: Second Class Upper Division for degree holders.
- Credit in English Language and Mathematics.
- NYSC Discharge Certificate or Letter of Exemption is mandatory.
- Registration with relevant professional bodies (if applicable).
Application Deadline: 26th November 2024
8. Job Opportunity: Communication, Information, and Space Technologist
Location: Nigeria
Qualifications:
- Degree: BSc/HND in relevant fields of Engineering or Technology from an accredited institution.
General Requirements:
- Nationality: Must be a Nigerian citizen by birth.
- Age: 20-30 years by 27th September 2025.
- Height: Minimum of 1.66m for males and 1.63m for females.
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must meet the NAF’s medical and employment standards.
Documentation:
- Local Government Attestation Form, signed by a military officer of the required rank or other officials, which must include a passport photo and photocopy of the signee’s ID or driver’s license.
- Original credentials: Must be presented for scrutiny, including two passport photos, birth certificate, educational certificates, and indigeneship certificate.
Professional Requirements:
- Minimum of Second Class Upper Division for degree holders or Upper Credit for HND holders.
- Credits in English Language and Mathematics are required.
- NYSC Discharge Certificate or Letter of Exemption is mandatory.
- Computer literacy is an added advantage.
Application Deadline: 26th November 2024
9. Job Opportunity: Consultant General Surgeon
Location: Nigeria
Qualifications:
- Degree: MBBS/BDS from an NUC-accredited university.
- Certification: Fellowship certification in a relevant field.
- Registration: Must be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.
- License: Possession of an Annual Practicing License.
General Requirements:
- Nationality: Must be a Nigerian citizen by birth or origin.
- Age: 25 – 40 years (for Medical Consultants).
- Height: Minimum of 1.66m for males; 1.63m for females.
- Medical Fitness: Applicants must meet the Nigerian Air Force’s medical and fitness standards.
Documentation:
- Local Government Area Attestation Form.
- Original credentials (birth certificate, education certificates, etc.).
- Attestation to Good Character signed by authorized personnel.
Professional Requirements:
- Minimum of Second Class Upper Division for degree holders.
- NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate.
- Computer literacy is an advantage.
Application Deadline: 26th November 2024
10. Job Opportunity: Public Relations Officer
Location: Nigeria
Qualifications:
- Degree: B.Sc/BA/HND in Mass Communication, Public Relations, or related fields with a minimum of Second Class Upper Division.
General Requirements:
- Nationality: Must be a Nigerian citizen by birth or origin.
- Age: 20-30 years by 27th September 2025.
- Height: Minimum of 1.66m for males and 1.63m for females.
- Medical Fitness: Must meet the Nigerian Air Force’s medical and fitness standards.
Documentation:
- Local Government Area Attestation Form, signed by authorized personnel.
- Original credentials for scrutiny, including birth certificate, educational certificates, and character attestation.
Professional Requirements:
- Minimum academic qualifications: Second Class Upper Division for degree holders or Upper Credit for HND holders.
- Credit in English Language and Mathematics is required.
- NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate is mandatory.
- Computer literacy is an added advantage.
Application Deadline: 26th November 2024
How to Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should click here to apply online
Application Instructions:
- When the link above opens, select DSSC and proceed with the application.
On completion of the application forms, applicants must print out the underlisted documents:
- Acknowledgment Form.
- Parent/Guardians Consent Form.
- Local Government Area Attestation Form.
- Successful applicants would be invited for Selection Board Interview Exercise through the portal, www.nafrecruitment.airforce.mil.ng . In addition to this, email and phone numbers could be used as deemed necessary.
Important Information:
- The application is free; do not pay any fees.
- False declarations may result in disqualification and legal action.
- For assistance, contact: 09064432351, 09055840142, or 07080646780 (Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM) or email : careers@airforce.mil.ng
For more details and to apply, visit www.nafrecruitment.airforce.mil.ng