Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho (FUNATO) Commences Recruitment for Academic and Non-Teaching Staff

The Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho (FUNATO) has officially announced a large-scale recruitment exercise for both Academic and Non-Teaching staff across multiple colleges, faculties, and administrative units of the university.

This recruitment is part of the university’s drive to strengthen its workforce and build a strong academic and professional team capable of delivering on its mandate in agriculture, science, engineering, technology, and human capacity development.

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About FUNATO

The Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho (FUNATO) is a Federal Government-owned institution established to promote:

• Agricultural development
• Technological innovation
• Research excellence
• Human capacity development
• Practical solutions to food security, sustainability, and socio-economic challenges

The university integrates academic training with hands-on experience and community-oriented service.

Colleges & Departments with Vacancies

1. College of Livestock Development & Environmental Sciences

• Animal Science
• Fisheries & Aquaculture Management
• Forestry & Wildlife Management
• Environmental Management & Toxicology

2. College of Agricultural Development & Human Ecology

• Agricultural Economics
• Agribusiness
• Agricultural Extension & Rural Development
• Human Nutrition & Dietetics
• Hospitality & Tourism Management

3. College of Engineering & Technology

• Electrical & Electronics Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Agricultural & Bio-Systems Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Food Science & Technology
• Mechatronics Engineering

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4. College of Science & Computing

• Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology
• Physics with Electronics
• Statistics, Mathematics, Biochemistry
• Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cyber Security

5. College of Plant Science & Crop Production

• Soil Science
• Crop Science
• Horticulture & Landscape Management
• Plant & Environmental Biology

6. College of Environmental Design & Geospatial Technology

• Architecture
• Surveying & Geoinformatics
• Industrial Design
• Urban & Regional Planning

Academic Positions Available

• Associate Professor (CONUASS 06)
• Senior Lecturer (CONUASS 05)
• Lecturer I (CONUASS 04)
• Lecturer II (CONUASS 03)
• Assistant Lecturer (CONUASS 02)
• Senior Librarian, Librarian I & II, Assistant Librarian

Each position has clearly defined requirements covering:

• PhD / Master’s / Bachelor’s degree qualifications
• Years of teaching and research experience
• Required number of publications (for teaching positions)
• Administrative and leadership experience (where applicable)

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Non-Teaching Positions Available

Vacancies exist in the following units:

Registry

• Assistant Registrar
• Administrative Officers
• Executive Officers
• Clerical Officers
• Computer Operators
• Legal Officers

Bursary & Internal Audit

• Senior Accountant, Accountant I & II
• Internal Auditors
• Accounts Officers
• Audit Officers

Academic Planning

• Director of Academic Planning
• Academic Planning Officers
• Executive Officers

Works & Physical Planning / Technical Services

• Director of Works
• Engineers
• Town Planners
• Quantity Surveyors
• Architects
• Builders

ICT Unit

• Director of ICT
• System Analysts
• Systems Programmers

Multimedia Unit

• Senior Media Technologist
• Media Technologists
• Trainee Media Technologists

Medical Services

• Director of Health Services
• Medical Officers
• Nursing Officers (various cadres)
• Academic Technologists
• Principal, Senior & Other Technologists
• Library, Farm, Catering, Security & Transport Units
• Library Officers & Assistants
• Farm Managers & Farm Officers
• Catering Officers
• Porters & Supervisors
• Patrol Officers
• Drivers & Mechanics

This is one of the most comprehensive university recruitment exercises in recent times, covering almost all operational units.

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Conditions of Service

Salary structure and benefits are as obtainable in the Nigerian University System and Public Service.

Appointments will follow approved government schemes of service.

How to Apply (Application Guidelines)

All applications are ONLINE ONLY. Interested and qualified candidates should visit FUNATO application portal via https://funato.edu.ng/vacancies/ to submit their application before the deadline.

The followings are the required documents to upload:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Educational Certificates
• NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate
• Other relevant supporting documents

CV Format (Very Important)

Your CV should be arranged in this order:

• Personal Details
• Educational Background
• Work Experience
• Community Service
• Membership of Professional Bodies
• Extra-Curricular Activities
• Publications (for academic positions)
• Referees (Three referees required)

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Application Deadline

Not Specified. Application is still ongoing.

Applications will close three (3) weeks from the date of the advertisement. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Candidates are encouraged to apply only for positions you are fully qualified for and ensure all documents are clear and correctly uploaded. All applicants should also use a professional and well-structured CV template.