The Federal University Otuoke (FUO) has officially announced its 2026 recruitment exercise. The university invites qualified Nigerians to apply for senior administrative and professional roles within its health, legal, and public relations units.
This is a prestigious opportunity to join a federal institution offering competitive remuneration and stable career progression.
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Recruitment Summary
| Feature | Details |
| Institution | Federal University Otuoke (FUO) |
| Location | Otuoke, Bayelsa State |
| Recruitment Type | Internal & External |
| Application Mode | Hard Copy (15 Sets) |
| NYSC Requirement | Compulsory (Discharge or Exemption) |
Available Positions & Requirements
1. Director of Health Services
- Education: MBBS, BDS, or equivalent medical degree.
- Professional: Fellowship of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria (or equivalent).
- Experience: Minimum of 8 years post-qualification experience.
- Certification: Full registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
- Age Limit: Must not be above 60 years at the time of assumption of duty.
- Skills: ICT compliance is mandatory.
2. Chief Legal Officer
- Education: LL.B and B.L.
- Experience: Minimum of 12 years post-call experience to the Nigerian Bar.
- Requirements: NYSC Discharge Certificate or Evidence of Exemption; 5 O’Level credits including English and Mathematics.
3. Deputy Director, Public Relations
- Education: Degree in Mass Communication, English Studies, or related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 12 years cognate experience.
- Professional: Registered member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR).
- Requirements: NYSC Discharge Certificate or Evidence of Exemption.
FOR YOU
Salary and Conditions of Service
- Remuneration: Salaries and allowances are as applicable to senior staff of Federal Universities in Nigeria, approved by the Federal Government and the FUO Governing Council.
- Guidelines: Appointments are governed by the Federal University Otuoke Senior Staff Conditions of Service (2023).
Application Guidelines
Interested candidates must submit fifteen (15) hard copies of their application letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), and photocopies of credentials.
Your CV must follow this exact order:
- Full name (Surname first)
- Position applied for
- Date and place of birth
- Permanent and contact addresses
- Phone number and email
- State and Local Government of Origin
- Educational background (with dates)
- Academic and professional qualifications
- Work experience
- Publications (if any)
- Community service
- Present employer and salary
- Names and addresses of three (3) referees
Submission Address:
Applications should be submitted under confidential cover, clearly marking the position applied for on the envelope, addressed to:
The Registrar
Federal University Otuoke
Bayelsa State, Nigeria
Important Dates
- Advertisement Date: December 25, 2025
- Closing Date: Three (3) weeks from the date of advertisement (Mid-January 2026).
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