The American University of Nigeria (AUN) was established in 2003. The Institution was conceived as Africa's first Development University, and is in the process of setting up a Faculty of Law. In furtherance of regulatory requirements, the University invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill positions for its planned Law Program.


AUN is seeking for a permanent Records Officer. This position is a local one and opens to indigenous and/or legal residents of Nigeria.

Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified candidates to fill the positions below:

1.) Job Title: Records Officer

Location: Adamawa
Department: Human Resources & Planning

Summary of Position
•The position is responsible for updating and maintaining the integrity of employee records in the Human Resources Database.
•The position shall ensure that accurate employee records detailing any;
•Notices of commendation, warning or discipline
•Performance evaluations and reviews
•Changes in employee qualifications and trends in employee trainings
•Changes in job title, job description, job classification or supervisor
•The position shall report directly to the Coordinator of Employee Data Management

Detailed Listing of Responsibilities
•Responsible for maintaining a personnel record for each employee
•Ensures that each individual has a complete personnel record
•Facilitates personnel records to be kept in a secured, locked area
•Coordinates the processes that current staff members may review their personnel record by making an appointment with Human Resources Director.
•Maintains confidentiality of employment records and sorting outdated records. Updates employees’ records and keeping daily records of employees.
•Records employee data and monitors departmental changes of staff for record updates.
•Plans record filing systems by creating hard-copy and electronic folders; files and retrieves information in accordance with departmental records management procedures.

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2.) Job Title: Store Officer
Location: Adamawa
Department: AUN Hotel

Job Description
•AUN Hotel is seeking for a permanent Store Officer. This position is a local one and opens to indigenous and/or legal residents of Nigeria.
Detailed Job Schedule
•Shall be responsible for all the hotel’s assets in the main and other stores.
•Ensure safety and good condition of all assets in the stores.
•Exercise adequate control to avoid incidence of pilfering.
•Daily update of critical stores records/documents such as Goods Received Note (GRN), Waybill, Store Requisition Voucher (SRV), Stores issue Voucher (SIV), Bin cards, IOU register/Voucher.
•Ensure that bin cards are maintained for all stock items.
•Maintain adequate supervision and control over Stores personnel.
•Determine job schedule of subordinates in the store.
•Professionally organize the store for economy, efficiency and effectiveness.
•Determine reorder level and alert management as appropriate.
•Ensure that laid down procedure for receipt of and disbursement of stock items are strictly adhered to.
•Monthly stock report to the Head of Finance stating opening balance, total receipt, total issues, balance, shortage, excess, obsolescence, damaged and spoilt.
•Provide prelist with which stock takers will conduct the exercise.
•Agree with the Head of Finance on the basis of valuation of unusual items.
•Monthly report on fairly used items in the store awaiting auction.
•Any other job as may be assigned by management.

Qualification & Experience
•B.Sc./HND Purchasing and Supplies Management or any related social science.
•Candidate should be proficient in micro soft excel.
•3 - 5 years cognate experience is required.
•Candidate from hospitality industry shall have added advantage.

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3.) Job Title: Logistic/Travel Officer

Location: Nigeria
Department: Human Resources & Planning

Summary of Position
•The travel/logistic officer will be charged with the responsibility of providing and managing staff travels (expatriate and national) in accordance with the university policy and procedure.
•He/She must gain in-depth knowledge of the policy and procedures and apply the policy intent.
•S/he is required to implement policy and procedures fairly and with integrity to all AUN employees.
•S/he demonstrates a high level of interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
•The position works under the supervision of the Coordinator of Logistics the Logistics officer is responsible for the following duties:
Detailed Listing of Responsibilities
•Prepares logistics and support plans in accordance to budgets and policy.
•Prepares reconciliation of Cigna deduction schedule for payroll.
•Prepares reconciliation of Cigna payments.
•Prepares information for management reports.
•Develops logistics contingency plans

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4.) Job Title: Writing Centre Teacher

Location: Adamawa
Department: School of Arts and Science

Summary of Position
•Instructors are responsible for teaching and improving students’ English language levels (reading, writing, listening, and speaking).
Detailed Listing of Responsibilities
•Improving English reading, writing, speaking and listening skills of AUN students.
•Working in conjunction with the Writing Center to better cater to student population.
•Preparing students for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
•Developing a curriculum for English that takes an overall approach to English study.
Requirements for the Position
•Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent required; Master’s degree is an added advantage.
•1-2 year(s) minimum experience teaching English writing and reading
•Strong English grammar and reading skills
Strong critical thinking skills
•Demonstrate skills in using Microsoft Office Packages
•Must possess excellent communication skills.
•Must be flexible enough to adapt to changing circumstances at workplace
Other Requirements, Abilities for the Position
•Flexibility to adjusting to new situations and/or changes
•Passion for the English language and teaching
•Proactivity in the work environment
•Working efficiently and continuously with a positive attitude.
•Highly developed communication skills
•Ability to meet set deadlines
•Flexibility with time as completing certain tasks might involve working overtime.
•Good organizing skills
•Wants to learn
•A good work ethic

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5.) Job Title: Employee Welfare and Retention Officer

Location: Adamawa
Department: Human Resources & Planning

Summary of Position
•The Employee Welfare & Retention Officer oversees AUN’s employee adjustment & orientation plans, policy and procedures.
•The Officer works to assist new hires achieve full productivity faster and strengthen new hire retention by ensuring that all necessary tools needed for work are readily available for the employee as prescribed in the university's policies and procedures.
Detailed Listing of Responsibilities

Responsible for preparing and leading the welcome team:
•Collaborate with other departments to ensure all readiness for the arrival of a new hire at the airport, motor park, or main gate.
•Meet and welcome new hire
•Inform new hire about next steps to take
•Inform new hire buddy about responsibilities
Responsible for orientation and full on-boarding program for new employees:
•Schedule and coordinate the employee's Introduction to the AUN
•Introduce new employee to other department members
•Develop orientation schedules and materials for orientation
•Organize and manage logistics orientation program
•Liaise with other HR staff and other University staff to ensure seamless on boarding process for new employees
•Responsible for buddy system for new employees
•Responsible for on-boarding activities/events (such as Jabbama) for new employees
•Design HR metrics to track efficiency of onboarding programs for strategic planning and make recommendations for new and/or revised strategies and activities
•Develops and implements employee relations and wellness programs and processes
•Coordinate employee wellness program by ensuring that programs are run smoothly and efficiently

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6.) Job Title: Chief of Staff for Academic Unit

Location: Adamawa
Department: Office of Provost

Summary of Position
•The Chief of Staff of the Academic Unit (CoS AU) will be a central figure in organizing and managing the day-to-day operations of the Academic Unit.
•The CoS will also work with the Academic Leadership team to plan and drive initiatives, monitoring progress relative to budget, schedule, and milestones.
•Coordinates activities of Executive Assistants of SITC, SBE, SAS, Graduate School, Office of Research and Sustainability.
•This position reports directly to the Provost.
Detailed Listing of Responsibilities
•Supervising the Provost Office staff
•Coordinating activities among the Executive Assistants of SITC, SBE, SAS, Office of Research, Office of Sustainability, Learning Resource Center, and e-Library
•Developing policy, personnel, procedure, and communications documents for the Unit
•Exercising an intimate knowledge of all AUN policies, procedures and implementation thereof
•Providing guidance and coordination to all schools and departments, specifically in the areas of staff human resources, academic personnel, travel and payroll, multi-unit processes, and complex issues and expenditures
•Developing expenditure policy (e.g., entertainment, travel) and overseeing related divisional processes

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7.) Job Title: Coordinator Writing Center/Administrative Assistant
Location: Adamawa
Department: School of Arts and Science

Summary of Position
•The Coordinator Writing Center / Administrative Assistant position is to oversee Writing Center tutors, to assist with tutoring when needed, as well as assisting with institutional effectiveness for the unit.
•Responsibilities include, initiating and supporting writing projects, tracking data, programming, assessment, and external reporting needs for the Writing Center.
•Other duties include, but are not limited to maintaining Writing Center’s facilities and equipment while doubling as an Administrative Assistant, making presentations, and scheduling workshops and training sessions for tutors, faculty, and staff to support Writing Center activities.
Detailed Listing of Responsibilities
•Performs a wide variety of coordination of the various components that make up the Writing Center such as collaboration with E+ instructors.
•Provides help and advice to staff and students in locating, selecting and using the Writing Center resources and facilities.
•Supports the Director by screening and managing where appropriate incoming calls and email, help with correspondence schedule calls and meetings and keep appointment calendar up to date, assist with planning travel, make appointments for visits, help with special projects, complete other administrative duties.
•Coordinates Writing Center tutors, prepares and manage Writing Center schedule.
•Maintains and operates database records, generates reports and statistics on the utilization of the WC activities.
•Coordinates various activities and events to support and enhance Writing Center’s agenda.
•Performs professional activities relevant to writing center leadership and administration
•Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Learning Resources Center Director.
Requirements for the Position
•A Bachelor's Degree from a recognized tertiary institution.
•Demonstrate skills in using Microsoft Office Packages.
•Must possess excellent communication skills.
•Must be flexible enough to adapt to changing circumstances at workplace.
•Experience in coordinating a writing center.

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


Method of application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resumes, cover letters and references to: recruitment@aun.edu.ng The position being applied for should be the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application Closing Date: 31st July, 2015.

SOURCE: http://www.jobsdraft..com/2015/07/american-university-of-nigeria-job-recruitment-july-2015.html

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