No general NACA recruitment form is currently available, confirmed as recently as February 2026. But there’s an important structural point worth understanding here: NACA’s genuine, confirmed job openings have overwhelmingly been project-based positions tied to specific donor grants, particularly Global Fund (GFATM) financing with fixed durations, rather than standing civil service recruitment through a single annual portal. This guide covers exactly how NACA’s hiring actually works, so you know what to watch for rather than searching for a general recruitment form that isn’t the primary way this agency typically hires.

About NACA

The National Agency for the Control of AIDS was established in 2000 as Nigeria’s primary body responsible for coordinating the national response to HIV/AIDS, working to mobilise resources and coordinate an effective, sustainable multi-sectoral response to HIV/AIDS/STDs across the country. Director-General Dr Temitope Ilori currently lead NACA, appointed in 2024 as the agency’s first female DG, with the agency subsequently relocated under the Federal Ministry of Health’s oversight.

This relocation and leadership change reflect a broader repositioning of NACA within Nigeria’s health governance structure, aligning its work more closely with the Ministry’s overall public health strategy. Understanding this institutional context matters specifically for job seekers, since staffing decisions and new project openings often follow shortly after major strategic or structural changes of this kind.

Why NACA’s Hiring Looks Different

• Genuine, verifiable NACA job listings have overwhelmingly been tied to specific, dated grants; for example, positions funded under the Global Fund GC6 Grant, which ran from 1 April 2021 through 31 December 2023, and newer grant cycles covering 2024–2026.
• Many confirmed roles specify a fixed duration, such as 20 months, rather than being open-ended permanent civil service appointments.
• Roles have included Program Officers (covering Monitoring and Evaluation, HIV/AIDS, and TB specifically), Laboratory Program Officers, Accountants, and Administrative Officers largely tied to the technical and financial management needs of specific donor-funded programs.
• This means the honest answer to “is NACA recruiting” often depends on whether a specific grant-funded project is currently being staffed, rather than a single, general “portal open or closed” status.

A Real, Current Institutional Development

NACA recently launched its National Strategic Plan (NSP) 2026–2030, a major institutional undertaking aimed at building a sustainable future for Nigeria’s HIV/AIDS response. Announcements of this kind are a genuine sign of active institutional planning, and new strategic plans of this scale sometimes precede fresh staffing needs tied to implementing the plan’s specific programs worth watching for in the months following a launch like this, particularly for roles tied to the specific implementation priorities the new plan outlines.

NACA’s Zonal Offices

Beyond its Abuja headquarters, NACA operates zonal offices including locations in Gombe, Umuahia (Abia State), Uyo (Akwa Ibom State), and Lafia (Nasarawa State). Genuine vacancies, particularly project-based ones tied to specific regional program implementation, aren’t necessarily limited to the Abuja office. If you’re specifically watching for opportunities in one of these zones, factor that into how you search for and evaluate any vacancy notice you come across.

General Eligibility (Based on Past Cycles)

• Nigerian citizenship by birth, with a valid National Identification Number (NIN).
• A First Degree, minimum of Second-Class Lower, in a field relevant to the specific role; public health, monitoring and evaluation, finance, and laboratory sciences have featured prominently given NACA’s technical mandate.
• An NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate.
• Medical fitness and general employment eligibility standards.
• Professional certifications relevant to the specific role (public health, accounting, or laboratory-specific credentials) have been noted as an advantage.

Documents Typically Required

• A detailed CV or resume.
• Academic credentials relevant to the specific role.
• NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
• A valid means of identification, including your NIN.
• Professional certification, where relevant to the specific position.

How to Watch for a Genuine Opening

1. Check naca.gov.ng directly, including its Adverts and Careers/Recruitment sections, for both general vacancies and project-specific consultancy or grant-funded roles.

2. Watch for announcements tied to specific, named grants or programs; these tend to be more genuine and verifiable than a vague “recruitment is ongoing” claim.

3. Applications have historically been submitted either through a dedicated portal or via email to recruitment@naca.gov.ng, subject to change based on the specific announcement. Follow the exact instructions given in any current, dated notice.

No Payment Required

NACA recruitment has been described as free of charge. Do not pay anyone claiming to guarantee your shortlisting, sell you the application form, or expedite your selection; treat any such request as fraudulent, and apply only through naca.gov.ng or the specific channel named in a genuine, dated notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is NACA recruiting right now?

No general recruitment form was confirmed available as of the most recent check. Genuine openings tend to be project-based and tied to specific donor grants. Check naca.gov.ng directly for current listings.

Why does NACA hire through project-based roles so often?

A significant share of NACA’s program work is funded through donor partnerships, particularly the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, which finances specific, time-bound positions tied to particular grant cycles rather than open-ended civil service appointments.

What qualifications does NACA typically look for?

Public health, monitoring and evaluation, finance, and laboratory sciences have featured prominently, reflecting the technical nature of HIV/AIDS program implementation and donor fund management.

Is there a fee to apply?

No. NACA’s recruitment process has been described as free at every stage.

Who currently leads NACA?

Dr Temitope Ilori serves as Director-General, appointed in 2024 as the agency’s first female DG.

Does a project-based role at NACA lead to permanent employment?

Not automatically; project-based positions are tied to the funding and timeline of the specific grant or program they support, and typically end when that grant cycle concludes, though strong performers have sometimes moved into subsequent grant cycles or other roles as new funding becomes available.