Federal University Otuoke Announces Vacancies for Senior Staff Positions
The Federal University Otuoke (FUOTUOKE), established in 2011 in Bayelsa State, Nigeria, invites qualified candidates to apply for senior staff positions.
The Federal University Otuoke (FUOTUOKE), established in 2011 in Bayelsa State, Nigeria, invites qualified candidates to apply for senior staff positions.
The University caters to both full-time and part-time students, with a student population exceeding 17,000 and a staff strength of over 2,000.
Available Positions:
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Director of Health Services
- Qualifications: M.B.B.S., B.D.S., or equivalent medical degree; NYSC Discharge Certificate or Exemption; SSCE/NECO/WASSC/GCE O’Level credit in five subjects including English Language and Mathematics. Fellowship of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria (or equivalent) is mandatory. Higher degrees are advantageous. Must be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.
- Experience: Minimum of 8 years post-qualification experience in clinical medicine and public health in a comparable health institution.
- Other Requirements: ICT competence; maximum age 60 years at assumption of duty.
- Remuneration: As per Federal University Directors of Health Services and relevant Federal Government/University Governing Council guidelines.
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Chief Legal Officer
- Qualifications: L.L.B., BL; NYSC Discharge Certificate or Exemption; SSCE/NECO/WASSC/GCE O’Level credit in five subjects including English Language and Mathematics.
- Experience: Minimum of 12 years post-call to the Nigerian Bar.
- Other Requirements: As contained in FUOTUOKE Senior Staff Rules & Regulations 2023.
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Deputy Director, Public Relations
- Qualifications: Good Honours Degree in Mass Communication, English Studies, or relevant Humanities/Social Sciences field; NYSC Certificate or Exemption; SSCE/NECO/WASSC/GCE O’Level credit in five subjects including English Language and Mathematics.
- Experience: Minimum of 12 years cognate experience; registered member of the Nigeria Institute of Public Relations (NIPR).
- Other Requirements: As contained in FUOTUOKE Senior Staff Rules & Regulations 2023.

Method of Application:
Applicants must submit 15 copies of their application, including:
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae
- Copies of all certificates
- NYSC Discharge Certificate or Evidence of Exemption
- Referee reports from three (3) referees
Application Details Must Include (Strict Order):
- Full Name (surname first)
- Post Desired
- Date and Place of Birth
- Permanent and Contact Addresses
- Phone Number and Email Address
- Sex, Local Government, State of Origin, Age, Nationality, Marital Status, Children (if any)
- Educational Institutions with dates
- Academic and Professional Qualifications with dates
- Working Experience
- List of Publications (if any)
- Evidence of Community Services
- Present Employer, Status, and Salary
- Extra-Curricular Activities
All applications should be submitted under confidential cover, marked with the post applied for (e.g., “Director of Health Services”), to the Registrar, to arrive no later than 3 weeks from the date of this advertisement. Applications received after 3:00 p.m. on the closing date will not be considered.
Signed:
Mrs. Andabi Amangi-Edomo
Registrar and Secretary to Council
Download FUOTUOKE Senior Staff Handbook: Rules & Regulations Governing Conditions of Service of Senior Staff 2023.
This is a prime opportunity for highly qualified professionals to join a dynamic and growing federal university in Nigeria.