The National Universities Commission has announced the start of a nationwide recruitment exercise to fill vacancies at its headquarters in Abuja.
In a public notice on Friday, the Commission invited qualified Nigerians to apply for positions in officer, confidential secretary, and clerical or auxiliary staff cadres.
“The recruitment exercise is open to all eligible Nigerians who meet the advertised requirements. Applications are free of charge and must be submitted through the official careers portal,” the notice read.
Applicants are directed to visit careers.nuc.edu.ng or nuc.edu.ng for detailed guidelines. The Commission said applications must be submitted within six weeks of the announcement, adding that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for screening.
For the officer cadre, vacancies include Senior Officer (CONTISS 9), Trainee/Officer I (CONTISS 8), and Trainee Officer II (CONTISS 7). Candidates for Senior Officer are expected to hold a PhD in a relevant field or a Master’s degree with at least six years of post-qualification experience. Professional certifications will be an added advantage.
Applicants for Trainee/Officer I must possess a Master’s degree or a first degree with a minimum of three years of relevant experience, while Trainee Officer II candidates must have at least a first degree.
Recruitment also covers Confidential Secretary I (CONTISS 7), requiring a Higher National Diploma in Secretarial Studies and three years of post-qualification experience.
Clerical and auxiliary positions include Assistant Cameraman, Data Processing Assistant, Artisan/Craftsman (carpenter, plumber, electrician, air-conditioning mechanic), Lift Operator, and Motor Driver/Mechanic. Minimum qualifications range from a First School Leaving Certificate to an O’ Level certificate with trade test credentials, supported by technical training or experience.
Established in 1962 and given statutory powers in 1974, the NUC oversees accreditation, licensing of new universities, and enforcement of quality standards across Nigeria’s 283 recognised universities—72 federal, 67 state, and 168 private.
