Ile-Ife, Osun State — Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), one of Nigeria’s foremost federal universities, has announced a large-scale recruitment exercise, offering opportunities across a broad spectrum of academic and administrative fields.
Established in 1961 as the University of Ife, the institution was renamed in 1987 to honor the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, a prominent nationalist and one of its founding visionaries. Nestled on nearly 12,000 hectares in Ile-Ife, the university has long been recognized for its commitment to excellence in teaching and research.
The university is inviting applications from qualified individuals for various teaching and non-teaching roles. The announcement, which will remain open for six weeks, is extended to both current staff and the general public.
Openings Across All Faculties
Positions are available in faculties including Administration, Agriculture, Arts, Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Dentistry, Education, Environmental Design and Management, Law, Pharmacy, Science, Social Sciences, Technology, Computing Science and Engineering. Appointments range from Graduate Assistant to Professor, depending on qualifications and experience.
Specialist institutes such as the Natural History Museum, Institute of Public Health, African Institute for Science Policy and Innovation, and Institute of Cultural Studies are also offering roles, alongside the university’s central library.
Requirements and Salary Scales
Prospective applicants must meet stipulated academic and professional standards. For academic roles, a doctorate is typically required for higher ranks, alongside a track record of teaching and published research. Entry-level positions such as Graduate Assistant and Assistant Lecturer require a Master’s degree or a Ph.D. in progress.
Salary structures for academic staff fall under the CONUASS system, ranging from approximately ₦2.3 million to ₦9.4 million per annum, depending on the role. Non-academic salaries are pegged to the CONTISS, CONMESS, and CONHESS structures, with annual remuneration starting from ₦934,000 up to ₦4.4 million.
All applicants must demonstrate digital competence. For roles requiring a university degree or HND, evidence of participation in or exemption from the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) is mandatory.
Administrative and Technical Roles
Non-teaching positions span various departments such as the Registry, Medical and Health Services, Technical Units, Farm and Botanical Services, and Security. Positions include System Programmers, Engineers, Legal Officers, Editors, Medical Officers, Laboratory Scientists, Technologists, Drivers, and Fire Officers.
Also on offer are roles in the university’s sports unit, accounting departments, and editorial teams. Applicants for these roles are expected to possess relevant qualifications and work experience.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are to submit their applications via the university’s online portal: https://apply.oauife.edu.ng. Applications must include a curriculum vitae structured in a specific format, alongside photocopies of relevant credentials and other supporting documents.
The CV should be presented in the following order:
A.) Personal Data
Full Name (underline Surname)
Date of Birth
Place of Birth
Nationality
State of Origin
Senatorial District
Local Government Area
Permanent Address
Contact Address
Telephone Number
Email Address
Marital Status
Number and Ages of Children
Name of Next of Kin
Address of Next of Kin
Post Desired
Physical Disability / Challenge.
B.) Educational Background:
Educational Institutions Attended with Dates
Applicants are required to provide detailed personal data, educational background, professional experience, research activities (for academic roles), and references. Referees must send their reports directly to the Registrar through the email: apply-referee@oauife.edu.ng.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All inquiries should be directed to apply-enquiry@oauife.edu.ng.
OAU maintains a commitment to fairness in its hiring process and encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
For more information, visit https://apply.oauife.edu.ng
Deadline: Six weeks from the date of publication.
