Coordinator of Athletics at American University of Nigeria

The American University of Nigeria was founded in response to the need for a world-class university in sub-Saharan Africa. The University’s mission is to provide quality education to Nigeria and Africa’s future leaders in order to equip them with the skills needed to solve development issues on the continent, and give them the knowledge needed to create solutions that will benefit their community, their country and, ultimately, the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Coordinator of Athletics

Location: Adamawa

Description

• The Coordinator for Athletics is charged with the responsibility of coordinating the use of all athletic facilities by students’ groups of the University.
• The duties will include but not limited to planning, organizing, and supervising all athletic awards events, intramural sports/game schedules, transportation, lodging, and meals for out-to-town athletic events.
• An ideal candidate would be responsible for maintain an active athletic program that promotes good sportsmanship and student development, developing training options and/or improvement plans for students to ensure exemplary operations in the area of athletics, compiling budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs as well as maintaining a current inventory of supplies and equipment and recommend disposal and replacement of equipment when necessary.
• Establish physical and academic eligibility requirements for participation in each sport, and verify each athlete’s eligibility.
• Oversee the process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all athletic equipment.
• Oversee the physical care and condition of the sport pitches and sites of athletic activities, supervising their building, equipping and maintenance. 
• Perform any other duties as assigned or delegated.

Requirements for the Position

• A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized Tertiary Institution
• Teaching certificate with physical education endorsement.
• At least 3 years of teaching and coaching experience.
• Experience to carry out the responsibilities, including knowledge of exercise and weight training, sports activities, and physical conditioning.
• Knowledge of overall operations of an athletic program.
• Ability to manage budget and personnel, and coordinate athletics activities.
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible, and serve as a role model for all students.

Application Closing Date
21st June, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, Cover Letter and Reference to: recruitment@aun.edu.ng using the job title as the subject of the mail.
And,
Click here to apply online

Note

• 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, color, nationality, origin, age, sex, religion, and marital status. For more information on AUN, explore www.aun.edu.ng
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.