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. 

 

The American University of Nigeria, Yola, is seeking for a Supervisor for Cleaners. This position is local position and opens to indigenous and/or legal residents of Nigeria.

 

Department: Facilities Management

Opening Date: 20th August, 2015

Closing Date: 2nd September, 2015

Type of Employment: Full Time

 

SUMMARY OF POSITION: 

The Cleaners Supervisor will be charged with the responsibility of providing a clean and conducive University environment which supports the developmental philosophy of the University and its mission statement. He must be responsible for the overall practical organisation of the day to day operation in consultation with the Head of Cleaning, identify the number of cleaning staff required to maintain a clean university environment within the set annual budget in accordance with established policies and procedures.

 

Position Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree from a reputable institution in Environment Health, Urban Planning, Public Health or similar discipline.

At least three (3) years of professional cognate experience in cleaning is required

Functional English oral and written communication skills.

 

Other requirements, abilities for the position:

Attention to detail

Be respectful, demonstrate sound work ethics

Decision making skills

Effective English writing, verbal, presentation and listening communications skills

Effective negotiation and mediation skills

Ability to plan and coordinate multiple diverse tasks simultaneously.

Ability to utilize computer technology to prepare reports, access data and maintain records

 

Description of Benefits:

Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and job classification as approved by the University.

 

Method of Application

Suitably qualified candidates should submit their resumes, cover letters and references to [email protected] before the closing date of this publication. The position being applied for should be the subject of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

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, colour, nationality, origin, age, sex, religion and marital status. For information on AUN, visit our Web site at www.americanuniversitynigeria.org