The Federal University of Technology, Akure, invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the Non-teaching position below:
Job Title: Alumni Relations Officer, Advancement
Location: Ondo
Purpose of the Job
- Provide Alumni Relations expertise and resources to FUTA Alumni Relations efforts
- Communicate and grow the corporate reputation of the FUTA brand and raise the profile of FUTA relations with its Alumni all over the world.
- Position the university to manage the corporate brand; to develop a close relationship that encourages Alumni to create and reinforce FUTA’s many flourishing and potential partnerships.
- Implement the directorate’s strategic and operational plans for the continued sustenance of the University’s plans, projects and activities
Qualifications
- A good first degree in Humanities or Social Sciences, not below second class lower division from a recognised university.
- Additional qualifications in disciplines related to Communication and Public Relations will be an advantage.
- Work experience as a public relations and/or mobilisation practitioner in a corporate environment depending on number of years of experience with demonstrable portfolio will determine placement.
Skills & Abilities:
- Proficient in English, Strategic in thinking and planning; Good writing skills, Good interpersonal skills effective strategic thinking, negotiation and presentation skills, Ability to measure the impact of operational activities, A sound understanding of national and international trends in higher education, Competency and proficiency in digital technologies and demonstrable experience with use of social media
- Motivated, initiative, Ability to work independently, under pressure and meet deadlines.
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.