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.

Head Marketing and Admissions

Education and Qualifications

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree in Business or equivalent;
Minimum of 5 years working experience in marketing and strategy development preferably in the higher education industry/at a business school
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Must be target orientated
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Analytics, and social media platforms
Knowledge of marketing strategies and tactics, including digital marketing, email campaigns, and event planning
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
Familiarity with market research and data analysis techniques
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends

MBA Program Coordinator – JHU Business School

Overview: Responsible for the coordination and administration of the Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs offered the Business School of James Hope University. The coordinator will work closely with faculty, staff, and students to ensure the program is running efficiently and effectively.

Qualifications:

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree in Business or equivalent; Possession of Ph.D. in Business Administration shall be an added advantage.
Minimum of 5 years working experience in related field or in higher education administration, program management preferably in an MBA program
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students
Familiarity with accreditation standards and procedures
Familiarity with online admission processes and other digital marketing tools

Admissions Officer

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

Head of Finance – James Hope University

Overview: Responsible for managing the operational financial administration within the University and its departments and ensuring that they follow all University financial controls throughout. The postholder will be the main source of advice within the faculty concerning the University’s financial regulations and procedures and will ensure that all financial transactions are in line with these regulations and procedures.

Qualifications:

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree, in accountancy, finance or related field; Master’s degree in accounting, finance or related field is mandatory.
Minimum of 8 years working experience
Must be a registered member of ICAN, ACCA or ANAN
Excellent computer skills, including the Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Extensive knowledge of accounting standards, fiscal procedures, and applicable tax codes
Exceptional attention to detail
Excellent collaboration and communication skills
Great analytical and problem-solving abilities
Superb organizational and time-management skills
Upholds sound work ethics and is highly disciplined
Able to work with minimal supervision, independently or as part of a team

Student Affairs Officer

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

Senior Administrative Officer/Faculty Officer

Reporting to: Dean, JHBS

Responsibilities:

Administrative support to the JHBS Dean’s Office.
Administrative support for JHBS’ Registry functions.
Communication tasks (oral, written, and electronic).
Manage JHBS’ administrative staff.
Liaison and network, within JHBS, the University, and the community.
Provide, support, and monitor the delivery of administrative services.
Participate in School and University governance.
Plan, organise and manage JHBS resources.
Support the JHBS Dean in diverse tasks, including problem-solving, institutional research, event planning, class scheduling, pastoral care and welfare, compliance, accreditation, and team-building, etc.
Support the teaching, learning, research, and scholarly activities of the school.

Qualifications, Experience, Aptitudes, and Skills:

Good first degree in Business Administration, or related discipline.
Educated to Masters’ level or equivalent experience.
Qualification in Administrative and Resources Management (e.g., but not limited to: Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM), Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM) or Chartered Institute of Administration (CIA)).
Previous experience in providing high-quality administrative support to more than one unit.
Previous experience in taking minutes at a strategic level.
Previous experience in higher education (HE) administration or a similar environment.
Knowledge and understanding of academic quality assurance procedures.
Previous experience in a mid-level management role in a university.
Previous experience in customer service.
Possess excellent knowledge of Effective Administrative Practice.
Experience in operational planning and implementation.
Previous experience working within a multicultural environment.
Possesses good interpersonal and communication skills—both oral and written—with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels, and collate and present information to others.
Competent in the use of IT software, including Microsoft office suite, Calendly, survey-monkey, etc.

Circumstances

Ability, and preparedness to work flexibly and to travel to meet post-related demands.

Note

You are encouraged to provide relevant and explicit examples (obtained from the workplace, voluntary or community work or any other appropriate situation) so that the short-listing panel are able to clearly identify where your knowledge, and experience matches the identified criteria.

IT Support Officer

Qualifications

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent.
Minimum of 5 years working experience in technology management, preferably in a higher education environment.
Must have relevant professional certifications.
Skills in web design and management as well as graphic designing are desired.
Knowledge of network and server infrastructure, security policies, and help desk support.
Strong project management skills and experience managing technology projects.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
Knowledge of enterprise software applications, including learning management systems, student information systems, and business systems.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

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.

Applicants to faculty positions are asked to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, and contact information for three references to registrar@jhu.edu.ng.

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

Academic Part-Time Job Vacancies

Please be informed that all offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic in JHU Business School are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University. James Hope University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.

To apply: Please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information of three references to: Dean, JHU Business School: Email: dean-business@jhu.edu.ng

Open Date: 07/24/2023
Close Date: 08/31/2023

Part-time Professor/Associate Professor of Management

Course and Term Strategy I – Fundamentals of Strategic Management.