Josb at American University of Nigeria (AUN)

The Recruitment Officer will be responsible for supporting the recruitment process from start to finish. This role involves working closely with the HR team and hiring managers to attract, screen, and select qualified candidates. The duties shall include but not limited to reviewing information received concerning position opening and contacts hiring official(s) in preparation for recruitment activities, assist in the development of job descriptions and vacancy announcements in accordance with the university’s policy and procedures.

DETAILED LISTING OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate recruitment, interviews applicants, evaluates applications, checks references, and determines eligibility with regard to qualification requirements for positions within the University.
• Review information received concerning position opening and contacts hiring official(s) in preparation for recruitment activities.
• Guide hiring official(s) concerning any qualifications requirements, which are inconsistent with the official position description, and which require classification action prior to posting and obtains any supplementary information required for the judicious evaluation and referral of applicants.
• Assist in the development of job vacancy announcements as assigned and the placement of these advertisements on the University's internet employment site, the employment bulletin board, locally and nationally through newspapers, trade and professional journals, and a variety of recruitment sources.
• Assist in reviewing information received concerning position opening and contacts hiring official(s) in preparation for recruitment activities.
• Shall ensure policy consistency and equity in the employment process by providing a broad range of employment services to department administrators and staff including professional assistance with recruiting, interviewing, selection, placement, orientation and redeployment of individuals.
• Keep all HR related forms in stock and available for employees.
• Track and manage the start and end dates of all part time and contract employees.
• Receive and review for completeness, employee records form.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 Requirements for the position:

• BSc or HND in any related field.
• Two to Three years post NYSC experience.
• Knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment and benefit laws.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data and provide recommendations.
• Experience with MS-Office. 
• Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills are essential.

Other requirements, abilities for the position:

• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering information
• Confidentiality concerning personnel files and records.

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Available Positions: Two (2)

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Instructor of Public Health will be responsible for teaching, research and community service as may be requested by the Chair/Dean. The incumbent will prepare students in the application of knowledge in mapping, tracking, measuring and control of diseases in the Population in accordance with the development philosophy of the American University of Nigeria.

DETAILED LISTING OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching: The successful candidate will be a member of faculty and will teach courses in the Department of Public Health.
• Research: Undertaking research and implement projects in Public Health among other areas.
• Community Service: Contributing to AUN’s community service and development activities
• Academic Advising: Providing a minimum of six hours a week of academic advising to students
• Department/Schools Meetings: Attending meetings on a regular basis and as necessary to facilitate communication and to accomplish the work required for the smooth operation of the department and school.
• Attendance at Academic Functions: Attending meetings of the faculty and any all-college meetings called by AUN administration.
• Course Development: Working directly with the Program Chair and/or Dean to develop new courses
• Other duties as assigned by the Program Chair or Dean.

Requirements for the position:

• Master’s Degree in Public Health from a reputable tertiary institution.
• One (1) year of teaching and/or research experience at undergraduate level as well as in Public Health Practice and Community Service.
• Experience in problem centered approach to teaching and learning.
• Record of publication in peer-reviewed Public Health journals.
• Knowledge of relevant VLE technologies
• Excellent knowledge of ICT tools and e-resources for teaching and research
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skill is required
• Good command of English Language.
• A demonstrated commitment to academic excellence, cultural diversity, and equal opportunity
• An understanding of the essential values of academic integrity, civility, collegiality and diversity in a community of learners

Other requirements, abilities for the position:

• Experience in Africa or other parts of the developing world.
• Commitment to development
• An emerging record of academic publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals commensurate with career stage.
• Interest in and enthusiasm for teaching
• Experience of academic or project work on development