Vice President of University Relations at American University of Nigeria (AUN)

Location: Yola, Adamawa
Department: Office of the President

Summary of Position

• The Vice President for University Relations (VPUR) is responsible for raising the profile and public perception of AUN.
• The Office of the VPUR is comprised of 4 units, namely:
  • Communications and Publications
  • Public Relations and Marketing
  • Events and Ceremonies, and
  • Development and Alumni Relations.
• VPUR will lead and advance these areas for AUN by developing a comprehensive, strategic communications plan, working collaboratively with constituencies across the University.
• VPUR ensures that a consistent message and image of AUN is presented to all internal and external audiences.

Position Requirements

• A Master’s degree in relevant field, preferably in Mass Communication, English or any other related Social Sciences;
• Minimum of 10 years of work experience, preferably in higher education or closely related field, including evidence of leading a high-performance team;
• Track record of identifying, cultivating, and securing donor relationships, and/or experience securing partnerships that diversified the income stream or increased enrollment;
• Excellent English - strong verbal and written communication; native speaker preferred;
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, organizational skills and computer/software skills;
• Experience developing integrated plans and programs for complex organizations, preferably with experience in higher education; someone who understands higher education issues, and the various media and their impact on the University;
• Significant marketing and communications experience, including working in all major media of mass communication such as radio, television, newspaper and the Public Relations industry;
• Professional experience in a nonprofit organization; demonstrated success in a development function (managing and forging relationships with multiple donor sources);
• Possess initiative and drive and have broad relevant technical knowledge with good management expertise;
• Previous experience or substantial knowledge of the institutional history, evolutionary environment, the local community, local languages and sensibilities surrounding the American University of Nigeria community located in Yola/Jimeta, Adamawa State, preferred but not absolutely required;
• Professional membership of at least one national or international Public Relations association or institute, such as NIPR in Nigeria.

Other Requirements, Abilities for the Position:

• Effective leader who develops others;
• Collaborative and supportive;
• Multi-tasking and prioritizing;
• Innovative, problem-solving temperament.

Description of Benefits
Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and job classification as approved by the University.