Inter Governmental Action Group against Money Laundering in West Africa opens recruitment for a permanent Protocol Assistant role in Abidjan

The Inter Governmental Action Group against Money Laundering in West Africa has published a vacancy for a permanent Protocol Assistant based in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire. The post sits in the Office of the Director General, within the Communication Division, and is offered at grades G4, G5 or G6 with annual salaries ranging from UC 26,768.180 to UC 35,815.21, equivalent to about USD 42,234.84 to USD 56,509.24. The role focuses on protocol, conference logistics, travel coordination and related administrative support for GIABA-hosted meetings and events. Core duties include arranging meetings and conference logistics, coordinating with ECOWAS units on supplies and equipment, supporting transport operations, managing travel bookings and ticketing, handling visas and travel-related documentation, and maintaining records and expenditure reports. Minimum requirements are a National Diploma, NCE or equivalent in a related field, plus two years of protocol experience in an international institution. Candidates must speak at least one ECOWAS official language, English, French or Portuguese, while a second official language is an advantage. The notice states that the position is subject to ECOWAS local recruitment rules for General Service posts, meaning recruitment must take place in the country where the role is based and the appointee would not receive benefits reserved for internationally recruited staff. Applications are due by 26 December 2025. Assessment of qualified candidates may include a test and a competency-based interview, and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.