Director, Information and Public Relations at Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Nnamdi Azikiwe University was established from Anambra State University of Technology (ASUTECH) by Law No. 7 on July 30, 1980. It was nationalized by Decree No. 34 of July 1992 (now CAP. N 139, LFN, 2004), with financial effect from September 1, 1992.

The University aims to be: world-class institution excelling in teaching, research, and service. Our mission is to address societal challenges through education and research, ensuring practical application for students and societal benefit.

Applications are hereby invited from suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Director, Information and Public Relations

Location: Awka, Anambra

Duties

• The Director, Information and Public Relations shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day- to-day administration of the Directorate of Information and Public Relations.
• By virtue of the office, he/she should be able to provide appropriate leadership and advice on the institution's problems in the area relating to building positive relationships with stakeholders, media and the public.
• He/She shall hold office for a single term of five (5) and non-renewable.

Qualification and Experience

• The candidate for the post must possess a Degree preferably in Arts, Journalism, Social Science or English Language from a recognized institution and evidence of NYSC plus at least fifteen (15) years cognate experience with ICT proficiency.
• Membership of Nigeria Institute of Public Relations would be an added advantage.
• He/She must not be above sixty (60) years of age before the date of appointment.

Salary
CONTISS 15

Application Closing Date
24th December, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit ten (10) copies of their applications with their Credentials and Curriculum Vitae which must include among others, the following information:

• Name of candidate (surname first)
• Date and place of birth
• Permanent home address
• Local/Government Area
• Marital Status
• State of origin
• Number and ages of children (if any)
• Schools attended with dates
• Qualifications obtained with dates
• Work experience
• Extra-curricula activities and
• Names and addresses of three (3) Referees

Applications are to be submitted under confidential cover in sealed envelopes marked at the top left hand corner "Post of Director Information and Public Relations", addressed to:
The Registrar,
Nnamdi Azikiwe University,
P.M.B 5025,
Awka, Anambra State.

Note: Candidates are advised to request their named Referees to forward their Confidential Reports to the undersigned.