Latest Vacancies at PEBEC (Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council)

Applications are invited from interested and qualified candidates for job openings at PEBEC (Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council).

The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) is a high-level, inter-governmental and inter-ministerial body established in July 2016 by the Federal Government of Nigeria to remove bureaucratic bottlenecks and make the country progressively easier for businesses to start and operate. Headquartered in Abuja and chaired by the Vice President of Nigeria, the council brings together federal ministers, the Central Bank of Nigeria, the National Assembly, subnational governments, and the organized private sector.

PEBEC offers the unique benefit of high-level national policy influence and direct executive exposure at the intersection of government reform and private-sector enterprise. Operating within a lean, fast-paced, and mission-driven secretariat in Abuja, staff members collaborate directly with top federal ministers, state governors, multilateral development partners like the World Bank, and industry leaders.

Individuals interested in job openings at PEBEC should review the job details, requirements, and application process provided below.

• A First Class or Second Class Upper Division (2:1) bachelor’s degree in Law, Economics, Public Policy, Public Administration, Political Science, Development Studies or a closely related field.
• A master’s degree in a relevant discipline (for example Law, Economics, Public Policy, Regulatory Studies, Public Administration or International Development).
• At least five (5) years of relevant, verifiable post-qualification experience in regulatory, legislative or policy work.
• Demonstrated experience in regulatory reform, Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA), regulatory review and inter-agency coordination.
• Ability to turn complex regulatory and policy issues into practical, implementable recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including concise briefs for senior decision-makers.
• Proven ability to work with multiple stakeholders across government and the private sector.
• Deep understanding of the Nigerian legal, regulatory and institutional landscape. Integrity, discretion, initiative, and the ability to deliver under tight timelines.

Added Advantage

• A Ph.D. in a relevant field.
• Experience with ease of doing business reforms.
• Experience working with the Presidency, the National Assembly, the Federal
• Ministry of Justice, economic regulators, or multilateral and development partners.

2.Full-Stack Developer

Summary

• Job Type: Full Time
• Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
• Location: Abuja | Nigeria

 

Description

• Build and maintain web applications using PEBEC’s preferred technology stack.
• Turn product and business needs into reliable, user-friendly features.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and improve existing applications.
• Work with the team to review code, maintain documentation, and support deployments.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A First Class or Second Class Upper Division (2:1) bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems or a closely related field.
• Experience with Next.js using the App Router and React.
• Strong TypeScript skills.
• Experience with Convex.
• Experience with Clerk, including authentication and role-based access control (RBAC).
• Experience with Tailwind CSS and component libraries such as Radix UI or shadcn/ui.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, plus other commonly used Microsoft tools.
• Good problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to think through issues quickly.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot user, software, and basic IT support issues.
• Experience with Vercel deployment and hosting.
• Proficiency with Git and GitHub for version control and collaboration.
• Experience integrating REST APIs.
• Ability to write organized, maintainable code and explain technical decisions clearly.

3.Human Resource Officer

Summary:

• Job Type: Full Time
• Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
• Location: Abuja | Nigeria

Description:

• Support recruitment, onboarding, staff records, and day-to-day HR processes.
• Coordinate procurement requests, quotations, vendor communication, and purchase records.
• Maintain organized and confidential documentation.
• Track deadlines and follow up with staff, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Help improve administrative processes and ensure requests are handled consistently.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A First Class or Second Class Upper Division (2:1) bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Procurement, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Law or a closely related field.
• Understanding of human resources and procurement processes.
• Strong organization, communication, and follow-up skills.
• Good judgment when handling confidential information.
• Comfortable maintaining records, preparing documents, and working with spreadsheets.
• Ability to compare information, spot missing details, and keep accurate records.
• Professionalism, reliability, and a service-minded approach.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of employment laws: Understanding labour laws, workplace policies, and compliance requirements to help the organisation treat employees fairly and meet its legal obligations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills:
• The ability to listen, conduct interviews, explain policies clearly, and resolve workplace conflicts professionally.
• Organisational and administrative skills:
• The ability to maintain accurate employee records, coordinate recruitment, manage deadlines, and handle multiple
• responsibilities efficiently

4. Strategic Communications Specialist

Summary:

• Job Type: Full Time
• Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
• Location: Abuja | Nigeria.

Description:

• Develop and deliver a communication strategy and calendar for PEBEC, aligned with its reform priorities and Council decisions.
• Draft speeches, talking points, press statements, opinion pieces, briefs, and presentations for PEBEC’s local and international engagements.
• Translate complex policy and regulatory reforms into clear, accessible messages for different audiences.
• Manage media relations for the PEBEC, including media briefs, interviews, and
• press engagements. Monitor and analyse media coverage.
• Oversee PEBEC’s digital and social media presence, coordinating with PEBEC’s strategic communications team to keep content accurate, timely, and consistent with the PEBEC brand.
• Anticipate reputational risks and prepare timely responses to emerging issues.
• Support stakeholder dialogues, reform launches, and public briefings.
• Maintain an organised repository of key messages, speeches, fact sheets, frequently asked questions, and media coverage.
• Prepare periodic reports on communication activities and results.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A First Class or Second Class Upper Division (2:1) bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Political Science, Public Administration, or a closely related field from a recognised institution.
• Demonstrated ability to turn complex policy and regulatory issues into clear, persuasive content for diverse audiences.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, including speechwriting and preparing concise briefs for senior decision-makers.
• Proficiency with digital and social media tools and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to work with stakeholders across government, the media, and the private sector.
• Strong editing, storytelling, and analytical skills, with close attention to detail and sound judgement.
• Creativity and the ability to adapt messages to different audiences and platforms.
• Integrity, discretion, initiative, resilience, and a strong sense of public service.
• Working knowledge of the Nigerian government and institutional landscape.

Added Advantage

• A master’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in the Presidency, a Ministry, Department or Agency, or with multilateral or development partners.
• Experience in social media analytics, graphic design, or multimedia production.

5. Executive Assistant

Summary:

• Job Type: Full Time
• Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
• Location: Abuja | Nigeria.

Description:

• Provide administrative and scheduling support to leadership.
• Prepare and format documents and correspondence.
• Coordinate meetings, appointments, follow-ups, and routine office tasks.
• Keep digital and physical records organized.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must have at least a bachelor’s degree.
• Strong skills with Microsoft tools.
• Must be good at using computers, office software, and common technology devices.
• Sharp attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to think quickly.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and handle sensitive information professionally.
• Courteous, dependable, proactive, and comfortable working with different people.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills and the ability to multitask and deliver under tight timelines.
• Sound judgement and the ability to anticipate the Director General’s needs.
• Poise, diplomacy and strong interpersonal skills for engaging senior officials and stakeholders.
• Integrity, absolute discretion and a strong sense of public service
• Good management of google calendar.

6. Legislative and Legal Reform Expert

Specifications:

• Job Type: Full Time
• Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
• Location: Abuja | Nigeria.

Description:

• Draft, review and provide technical input on bills, regulations, guidelines, executive orders and Council memoranda.
• Prepare legislative briefs and legal analysis to support reform proposals.
• Support engagement with the National Assembly, State Assemblies, the Federal Ministry of Justice and other relevant bodies to secure passage and adoption of reforms.
• Review laws and regulations affecting businesses and recommend amendments, repeals or consolidation.
• Coordinate consultations with MDAs, sub-national governments, the private sector and civil society.
• Track the implementation of approved reforms and Council directives, and report on results, risks and bottlenecks.
• Train and mentor MDA and PEBEC staff on legislative drafting principles.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A First Class or Second Class Upper Division (2:1) bachelor’s degree in Law, Economics, Public Policy, Public Administration, Political Science, Development Studies or a closely related field.
• A master’s degree in a relevant discipline (for example Law, Economics, Public Policy, Regulatory Studies, Public Administration or International Development).
• At least five (5) years of relevant, verifiable post-qualification experience in regulatory, legislative or policy work.
• Demonstrated experience in legislative drafting and legal reform, including bills, regulations and executive orders.
• Experience engaging with legislatures, ministries of justice or other law-making bodies.
• Ability to turn complex regulatory and policy issues into practical, implementable recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including concise briefs for senior decision-makers.
• Proven ability to work with multiple stakeholders across government and the private sector.
• Deep understanding of the Nigerian legal, regulatory and institutional landscape.
• Integrity, discretion, initiative, and the ability to deliver under tight timelines.

Added advantages

• A Ph.D. in a relevant field.
• Experience with Regulatory Impact Assessment or ease of doing business reforms.
• Experience working with the Presidency, the National Assembly, the Federal
• Ministry of Justice, economic regulators, or multilateral and development partners.
• Publications or demonstrable thought leadership in regulatory, legislative or economic policy.

7. Economic Regulation Expert

Summary:

• Job Type: Full Time
• Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND – MBA/MSC/MA
• Location: Abuja | Nigeria.

Description:

• Carry out cost-benefit analysis and prepare Regulatory Impact Assessments for proposed and existing regulations.
• Analyse market structure, competition and sector regulation, and recommend improvements.
• Review fees, levies and charges that affect businesses and propose rationalisation.
• Assess the investment climate and develop evidence-based policy options and reform roadmaps.
• Develop indicators and dashboards to measure the impact of reforms on cost, time and compliance.
• Coordinate consultations with MDAs, regulators, the private sector and development partners.
• Train and mentor MDA and PEBEC staff in economic analysis for regulation.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A First Class or Second Class Upper Division (2:1) bachelor’s degree in Law, Economics, Public Policy, Public Administration, Political Science, Development Studies or a closely related field.
• A master’s degree in a relevant discipline (for example Law, Economics, Public Policy, Regulatory Studies, Public Administration or International Development).
• At least five (5) years of relevant, verifiable post-qualification experience in regulatory, legislative or policy work.
• Demonstrated experience in cost-benefit analysis, market and competition analysis, or sector regulation.
• Proficiency in data analysis and in digital tools used for policy research and reform tracking.
• Ability to turn complex regulatory and policy issues into practical, implementable recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including concise briefs for senior decision-makers.
• Proven ability to work with multiple stakeholders across government and the private sector.
• Deep understanding of the Nigerian legal, regulatory and institutional landscape.
• Integrity, discretion, initiative, and the ability to deliver under tight timelines.

Added advantages

• A Ph.D. in a relevant field.
• Experience with Regulatory Impact Assessment or ease of doing business reforms.
• Experience working with the Presidency, the National Assembly, the Federal
• Ministry of Justice, economic regulators, or multilateral and development partners.
• Publications or demonstrable thought leadership in regulatory, legislative or economic policy.

 

Application Deadline:30 November 2026

 

METHOD OF APPLICATION

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