Jobs at JHU – James Hope University

Why work with us

Every university’s success is based on its people. At James Hope University, we aim to recruit and retain exceptionally qualified personnel to support our vibrant, innovative learning community aligned with the university’s mission.

We aspire to draw persons from diverse backgrounds and strongly believe that, as an institution, JHU should be an employer of preference for intending candidates irrespective of disciplines, pedigree or affiliations and we are committed to improving our outreach and scope. For more information, we can be reached at hr@jhu.edu.ng

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we provide a secure working environment which supports diversity and inclusion, where every employee regardless of their background, can thrive.

Benefits

We recognize that the foundation for every organization success is its people. At James Hope University, we offer a range of financial benefits, well-being support, and career development opportunities.

STAFF PROFILES

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Open Positions

James Hope University – the mission of which is to educate and inspire men and women to excel in every aspect of life and to exert lasting positive impacts on the world – seeks a highly motivated and accomplished professional to serve in various positions.

Interested persons should send a letter of application and detailed Curriculum Vitae showing their full names, position applied for, postal address, email address, telephone numbers, academic qualifications with dates and the awarding institutions, working experience, certificates and prizes (if applicable) to hr@jhu.edu.ng.

Kindly ensure that the position you are applying for should be the subject of the e-mail.

Note: Review of applications is ongoing, and only shortlisted applicants will be invited for interview.

Education and Qualifications

  • Possession of a Bachelor’s degree, and a higher degree, M.Sc., M.A. or M.B.A. in related discipline is desirable.
  • A minimum of 5 years working experience as an Admissions Officer.
  • A person of great integrity, with a strong reputation in the community, who is self-confident, poised, while at the same time empathetic, humble, and respectful
  • A person who is accountable, who honors commitments and is forthright in communication and engagements
  • A creative, out-of-the-box thinker who is both innovative and entrepreneurial
  • A kind, empathetic, open-minded individual who has a deep-seated respect for all people
  • An individual who is reliable, decisive, flexible, outcome-oriented, and performance-driven
  • An individual who will enthusiastically communicate the school’s values, mission, programs, and educational philosophy.

 

Education and Qualifications

  • Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree in Social Sciences or Humanities
  • Relevant experience within the Education sector
  • Experience working in a Customer Service role
  • Minimum of 5 years working experience in managing students preferably in the higher education industry/at a business school
  • Excellent administrative and organisational skills
  • Professional telephone manner combined with a high level of spoken and written English
  • Excellent team player with the ability to negotiate and compromise whilst taking into account the views of others
  • Accuracy, attention to detail and a methodical approach
  • Ability to multi-task and deliver against a number of priorities
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
  • A kind, empathetic, open-minded individual who has a deep-seated respect for all people
  • An individual who will enthusiastically communicate the school’s values, mission, programs, and educational philosophy 
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends

Faculty Openings – JHU Business School

James Hope Business School is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment for all faculty, staff, and students. We seek candidates who share this commitment and who will contribute to the School’s efforts to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. We offer a competitive and negotiable salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth. 

The Business School seeks world-class professors and researchers for the following positions:

About the Position
The Directorate of Enterprise and Innovation (DEI) seeks to nurture entrepreneurial leaders that create meaningful impact to people and communities globally. Our mission is to nurture a thriving ecosystem of innovative thinkers and startup leaders by providing mentorship, resources, and industry partnerships. We aim to support groundbreaking ideas, accelerate growth, and foster the skills and resilience necessary for entrepreneurs to address complex global challenges and create positive, sustainable change.

The Student Engagement and Support Staff (SESS) at the DEI of the James Hope Business School plays a pivotal support role in achieving the Directorate’s key objective of fostering an environment of innovation and entrepreneurship among students, faculty, and staff.

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About the Position
The Directorate of Enterprise and Innovation (DEI) seeks to nurture entrepreneurial leaders that create meaningful impact to people and communities globally. Our mission is to nurture a thriving ecosystem of innovative thinkers and startup leaders by providing mentorship, resources, and industry partnerships. We aim to support groundbreaking ideas, accelerate growth, and foster the skills and resilience necessary for entrepreneurs to address complex global challenges and create positive, sustainable change.

The Programmes and Training Lead at the DEI of the James Hope Business School plays a key role in fostering an environment of innovation and entrepreneurship among students, faculty, and staff.

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About the Position
The Executive Education Director will drive the growth of all executive education programs at James Hope University through traditional business development strategies, focusing on creating, building, and maintaining partnerships with business enterprises (corporations), government agencies, and NGOs. The role also involves collaborating with internal teams to deliver high-quality business education programs and using digital and social marketing tools to support outreach efforts.

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