The Federal University of Technology, Akure, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the Non-teaching position below:
Job Title: Publications Officer, Corporate Communication
Location: Ondo
Purpose of the Job
- To manage FUTA’s Corporate Publications from a strategic point of view, it being an important communication and marketing tool for the University.
- To ensure the effective and efficient management of the processes and procedures required to produce publications.
- The publications should reflect FUTA’s development and progress (including teaching, learning, research activities and community service), the achievements of its people (staff, students and alumni) and its role in the community.
Qualifications
- A good first degree in English/Mass Communication, or a degree in Humanities or Social Sciences not below second class lower division from a recognised university.
- A post graduate degree in journalism, Public Relations or Mass Communication will be an advantage.
- The prospective candidate must have up to 5 years working experience in a corporate communication environment, News magazine or newspaper or book publishing company.
- The applicant must demonstrate excellent competence in requisite ICT applications.
- Proficient in English, Strategic thinking and planning; Excellent writing skills; Knowledge of layout, design and production processes using computer applications; Knowledge of branding and ability to promote image of the organization via publications; Knowledge of the higher education environment and awareness of topical issues; Computer savvy with excellent knowledge of internet applications.
- Prospective candidate must be member of recognized professional bodies such as, ANUPA, MM, NIPR, NW, AUA etc.
Remuneration
The successful candidate will be entitled to the salary and other conditions of service as are applicable in any Federal University in Nigeria.
Application Closing Date
5th September, 2016.
Method of Application
Interested candidates are required to submit twenty five (25) photocopies of their certificates, Curriculum Vitae and other relevant credentials in the format below:
- Name in full (Surname first in capital letters)
- Place and date of birth
- Nationality
- Permanent home address
- Present Home Address
- Present postal address/GSM numbers/E-mail Address
- Marital status
- Number and ages of children (if any)
- Post applied for
- Educational institution attended (with dates)
- Academic and professional qualifications obtained (with dates) attach 3 copies of your credentials
- Present employment, status and salary both in level and amount
- Statement of experience , including full details of former and present post
- Extra-curricula activities
- Name and address of 3 referees
- Signature and date
All applications should be forwarded to:
The Registrar,
Federal University of Technology,
P.M.B. 704,
Akure,
Ondo State.
In addition to stating the names and addresses of the Referees, candidates should request the Referees to send confidential reports on them under separate cover, direct to the
Registrar using the address above. And marked
“For the Attention of the Director of Establishments and Human Resources”
Note
- Application not accompanied with the stipulated copies of photocopies of CV, Certificates and other credentials will be deemed invalid
- Only application from candidates shortlisted for interview will be acknowledged via e-mail or SMS on mobile phone services.