Fresh Recruitment at The American University of Nigeria

The American University of Nigeria (AUN) was established in 2003. The institution was conceived as Africa’s first Development University. Its mission is to pioneer service learning and build leaders who will be prepared to tackle societal concerns. 
Located in Yola, Adamawa State, the University is a world-class career-oriented institution missioned to be an agent of change in the development of the region. AUN has a strong commitment to providing the skills and the leadership essential to solving the continent’s critical social and economic problems. 

The University offers an American – style education modelled after the curriculum of American universities with corresponding approaches to teaching and students assessment. The first entering class of 124 students and 20 professors was enrolled in September 2005. In ten years, AUN is fast becoming a model for other universities in Nigeria and West Africa.



Job Title:  Account Clerk 

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Account Clerk is responsible for performing accounting and routine administrative functions for the Abuja Office as well as duties involved in processing and maintaining vital records, voter registration and election information.
Position Requirements:

• Must possess a Diploma in accounting or related business field.
• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable and maintaining general ledgers
• Experience in completion of bookkeeping and office administration procedures, coursework combined with related financial and administrative experience.
• Equivalencies will be considered.
• Must have proven experience in accounts receivable and proficiency in MS-Office.
• Possession of a higher educational qualification in accounting will be considered in lieu of work experience.

Other requirements, abilities for the position:

• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial and payroll information
• Confidentiality concerning financial files
• The incumbent must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:
• be honest and trustworthy
• be respectful
• possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• be flexible
• demonstrate sound work ethics
• Ability to initiate and maintain warm and friendly working relationship

 

Job Title: Market Analyst 

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Market Analyst is responsible for surveying parents and students preferences concerning choice of colleges and programs with a view to establishing positive internal and external University and marketing relationships with various AUN markets and audiences. The incumbent will be able to analyze qualitative data, trends, strategies and competition aiming at increasing competitiveness in AUN’s recruitment and marketing strategies.
Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Marketing, Statistics, Mass Communication, Sociology or any other Social Sciences discipline Major from a recognized tertiary institution.
• At least three (3) years’ experience working in same or similar position
• Basic knowledge of graphic design software
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, organizational skills and computer knowledge (web base recruitment strategies will serve as a plus).
• IT-compliant with above average knowledge of the internet and computer operations especially MS Suite and other applications
• Exhibit qualities such as responsible, experienced, creative, articulate, resourceful, and a responsive team player who can work under pressure.
• Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions to enhance organizational effectiveness;

Other requirements, abilities for the position:

• Proven market research analysis experience
• Ability to interpret large amounts of data and to multi-task
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Excellent knowledge of statistical packages (SPSS, SAS or similar), databases and MS Office
• Search engines, web analytics and business research tools acumen
• Adequate knowledge of data collection methods (polls, focus groups, surveys etc.)
• Strong analytical and critical thinking

How to Apply

• Account Clerk  – recruitment@aun.edu.ng
• Market Analyst  – recruitment@aun.edu.ng

The position being applied for should be the subject of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


Deadline  15th January 2017

AUN is an equal opportunity employer and strives to provide a culturally diverse workforce; we do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race creed, color, nationality, origin, age, sex, religion and marital status.