OAU Non-Academic Recruitment 2026; Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State, has announced 51 non-academic vacancies across healthcare, administration, information technology, security, engineering, maintenance and general support services.
The application deadline is Friday, 20 November 2026. Interested candidates are expected to apply online and meet the academic qualifications, professional requirements and relevant work experience specified for their preferred positions.
The vacancies accommodate applicants with different qualification levels. Depending on the role, requirements may include the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) or other O-level qualifications, a National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), bachelor’s degree, professional registration or relevant work experience.
OAU Non-Academic Vacancies and Requirements
The 51 advertised positions are grouped below according to their areas of responsibility.
Healthcare and Medical Services
1. Medical Record Officer II
Applicants should possess a relevant ND, HND or equivalent recognised qualification in Medical Records, Health Statistics or Health Information Science. Appropriate professional or technician registration applies where required.
2. Higher Health Technician
Candidates should possess an HND, degree or recognised technical qualification in a relevant health technology field. Appropriate professional registration and ICT competence are also required.
3. Medical Record Officer I
Applicants should possess a relevant degree and approximately six years of professional experience, or a relevant master’s degree with approximately two years of experience.
4. Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist
Candidates must possess a recognised Medical Laboratory Science qualification, have completed the required internship, hold appropriate professional registration and possess experience at the relevant senior level.
5. Head Mortuary Attendant
Applicants should possess four O-level credits, including English Language, and six years of relevant work experience.
6. Medical Laboratory Scientist
Candidates should possess a recognised degree in Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, have completed the prescribed internship and be eligible for registration with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria.
7. Health Assistant II
Applicants should possess three O-level credits obtained at one sitting or five credits obtained at two sittings, including English Language, and six years of relevant experience.
Administrative, Registry and Secretarial Positions
8. Deputy Chief Secretarial Assistant
Applicants should possess the relevant O-level credits, typing proficiency of 50 words per minute, an HND in Secretarial Studies or Office Technology Management, and approximately three years of relevant experience.
Annual salary: ₦2,305,048–₦3,186,156.
9. Senior Assistant Registrar
Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Lower and approximately nine years of relevant university administrative experience. Postgraduate qualifications and professional memberships are advantageous.
10. Principal Data Processing Officer II
Applicants should possess a relevant computing qualification, HND or degree, substantial professional experience of approximately 12 years, and proficiency in relevant ICT operations.
11. Office Assistant
Candidates should possess three O-level credits obtained at one sitting or five credits obtained at two sittings, including English Language.
12. Clerical Officer
Applicants should possess five O-level credits, including English Language. Relevant Mathematics or Accounting requirements may apply to accounting-related assignments.
13. Secretarial Assistant I
Candidates should possess the stipulated O-level credits, including English Language, typing proficiency of approximately 50 words per minute, and relevant secretarial skills.
14. Senior Secretarial Assistant II
Applicants should possess appropriate O-level qualifications, typing proficiency and the prescribed secretarial training or experience.
15. Confidential Secretary II
Candidates should possess five O-level credits, including English Language, an ND in Secretarial Studies or Office Technology Management, and computer proficiency.
16. Executive Officer
Applicants should possess five O-level credits and an ND in Administration, Humanities, Social Sciences or a related discipline.
17. Confidential Secretary I
Candidates should possess an HND in Secretarial Studies, Office Technology Management or an equivalent recognised qualification, together with ICT competence.
18. Administrative Officer II
Applicants should possess at least a Second Class Lower bachelor’s degree, five O-level credits and ICT skills.
19. Administrative Officer I
Candidates should possess a relevant bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Lower and approximately three years of administrative experience.
20. Assistant Registrar
Applicants should possess at least a Second Class Lower bachelor’s degree and approximately six years of relevant higher-education administrative experience. Postgraduate qualifications may be advantageous.
Security, Technical, Engineering and Workshop Positions
21. Artist II
Applicants should possess a relevant degree, HND or other recognised theatre or arts qualification, or the prescribed drama training with substantial practical experience.
Annual salary: ₦2,051,825–₦2,800,447.
22. Security Officer II / Fire Officer II
Candidates should possess five O-level credits, including English, and relevant qualifications in Criminology, Security Management, Cybersecurity or a related discipline.
Annual salary: ₦2,051,825–₦2,800,447.
23. Farm Assistant
Applicants should possess relevant O-level qualifications, including English Language and Agricultural Science, and approximately three years of experience.
Annual salary: ₦1,005,561–₦1,256,371.
24. Workshop Supervisor
Candidates should possess five O-level credits, an appropriate Government Trade Test Grade I certificate and approximately nine years of workshop experience.
Annual salary: ₦1,571,938–₦2,133,164.
25. System Programmer (Network Engineer II)
Applicants should possess a relevant bachelor’s degree in Computing, ICT, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity or a similar discipline. NYSC evidence is required where applicable, alongside approximately one year of networking experience.
Annual salary: ₦2,051,825–₦2,800,447.
26. Senior Craftsman
Candidates should possess relevant O-level qualifications, Government Trade Test Grade I and approximately three years of practical experience.
Annual salary: ₦1,005,561–₦1,256,371.
27. Workshop Supervisor — Division of Works and Maintenance Services
Applicants should possess appropriate O-level credits, Trade Test Grade I and approximately nine years of relevant maintenance or workshop experience.
Annual salary: ₦1,571,938–₦2,133,164.
28. Lab Supervisor — Natural History Museum
Candidates should possess five O-level credits, including relevant science subjects, approximately six years of laboratory experience and the required proficiency certification.
Annual salary: ₦1,103,706–₦1,409,344.
29. Lab Supervisor — Anatomy & Cell Biology
Applicants should possess five O-level credits, including appropriate science subjects, six years of relevant experience and the prescribed proficiency certificate.
Annual salary: ₦1,103,706–₦1,409,344.
30. Higher Technical Officer — Entrepreneurship & Development Studies
Candidates should possess a relevant degree, HND or equivalent recognised technical qualification.
Annual salary: ₦2,051,825–₦2,800,447.
31. Technologist II — Haematology & Immunology
Applicants should possess appropriate science-related O-level credits, including English and Mathematics, and a relevant degree or HND.
Annual salary: ₦2,051,825–₦2,800,447.
32. Technologist II — Linguistics & African Languages
Candidates should possess the required O-level credits and a relevant degree or HND in an appropriate technical discipline.
Annual salary: ₦2,051,825–₦2,800,447.
33. Technologist II — Human Nutrition and Dietetics
Applicants should possess relevant O-level science credits and a suitable degree or HND in Nutrition, Dietetics or another acceptable technical discipline.
Annual salary: ₦2,051,825–₦2,800,447.
34. Senior Technical Officer II — Library (Electrical)
Candidates should possess an Electrical Engineering degree, HND or equivalent recognised qualification, together with approximately three years of relevant experience.
35. Senior Technical Officer II — Natural History Museum
Applicants should possess a relevant degree or HND in a suitable technical or scientific field and approximately three years of experience.
Hall, Catering, Accounting and General Support Positions
36. Hall Attendant
Applicants should possess three O-level credits obtained at one sitting or four credits obtained at two sittings, including English Language.
Annual salary: ₦935,074–₦1,114,746.
37. Senior Hall Attendant
Candidates should possess appropriate O-level credits, including English Language, and approximately three years of experience.
Annual salary: ₦1,005,561–₦1,256,371.
38. Chief Hall Attendant
Applicants should possess the prescribed O-level qualifications and six years of relevant experience.
Annual salary: ₦1,103,706–₦1,409,344.
39. Head Cook
Candidates should possess appropriate O-level credits, including English Language, and approximately six years of cooking experience.
40. Catering Supervisor
Applicants should possess relevant O-level qualifications, a recognised catering certificate and approximately three years of experience.
41. Assistant Catering Officer
Candidates should possess an ND in Catering, Hotel Management, Hospitality or a relevant discipline.
Annual salary: ₦1,571,938–₦2,133,164.
42. Catering Officer
Applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree or HND in Hospitality Management, Catering, Hotel Management or a related discipline.
Annual salary: ₦2,051,825–₦2,800,447.
43. Higher Executive Officer (Account)
Candidates should possess a degree or HND in Accounting, Finance or a related field. Relevant professional accountancy qualifications may be advantageous.
Annual salary: ₦2,051,825–₦2,800,447.
44. Executive Officer (Account)
Applicants should possess five O-level credits and an ND in Accounting or an equivalent qualification.
Annual salary: ₦1,571,938–₦2,133,164.
45. Accountant I
Candidates should possess at least a Second Class Lower bachelor’s degree in Accounting and approximately three years of relevant professional experience.
46. Farm Attendant I
Applicants should possess three O-level credits obtained at one sitting or four credits obtained at two sittings, including English Language.
47. Senior Library Attendant
Candidates should possess the prescribed O-level credits, including English, and approximately three years of library-related experience.
48. Senior Motor Driver II
Applicants should possess five O-level credits, including English Language, an appropriate driving licence for heavy vehicles, prescribed trade qualifications and six years of relevant post-licensing experience.
49. Principal Gardener
Candidates should possess relevant O-level credits, including English and an appropriate agricultural or horticultural subject, alongside approximately three years of experience.
50. Assistant Chief Zoo Keeper
Applicants should possess the prescribed O-level qualifications, including English Language, and approximately three years of zoo-keeping experience.
Annual salary: ₦1,005,561–₦1,256,371.
51. Chief Security Assistant
Candidates should possess five O-level credits, including English Language, approximately nine years of security experience and the prescribed basic firefighting certification.
OAU Non-Academic Recruitment Salary Structure
The annual salary figures supplied for some of the advertised positions include the following ranges:
- Hall Attendant: ₦935,074–₦1,114,746.
- Farm Assistant, Senior Craftsman: ₦1,005,561–₦1,256,371.
- Senior Hall Attendant: ₦1,005,561–₦1,256,371.
- Lab Supervisor positions: ₦1,103,706–₦1,409,344.
- Workshop Supervisor and Assistant Catering Officer: ₦1,571,938–₦2,133,164.
- Executive Officer (Account): ₦1,571,938–₦2,133,164.
- Artist II, Security Officer II / Fire Officer II and several technical positions: ₦2,051,825–₦2,800,447.
- Deputy Chief Secretarial Assistant: ₦2,305,048–₦3,186,156.
These figures are annual salaries, not monthly payments. Where a salary range has not been stated for a position, applicants should consult the relevant vacancy information for confirmation.
How to Apply for OAU Non-Academic Recruitment
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications online by following these steps:
- Visit the OAU recruitment portal and review the available non-academic vacancies.
- Select the position that matches your qualifications, professional credentials and work experience.
- Complete the online application form with accurate personal, educational and employment details.
- Upload your updated curriculum vitae (CV), certificates and other supporting documents.
- Provide National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge or exemption evidence where applicable, together with the names and contact details of three referees.
- Review the application carefully and submit it before the closing date.
Applicants should ensure that their qualifications and supporting documents meet the requirements of their chosen positions. Recognised qualifications, digital skills and professional registration may be required, depending on the role.
OAU Recruitment Deadline and Enquiries
The deadline for applications for the advertised non-academic positions is Friday, 20 November 2026.
The university may verify applicants’ credentials and invite shortlisted candidates for interviews or assessments. Applicants should ensure that the information supplied in their applications is accurate and complete.
For recruitment enquiries, contact:
Email: apply-enquiry@oauife.edu.ng
Interested applicants are advised to review the vacancy requirements carefully and complete their applications through the official recruitment portal before the deadline.
