Federal Polytechnic, N’yak-Shendam, Plateau State was established in March 2021 by the Federal Government of Nigeria, with the aim of technologically transforming the society. It is located in Shendam, Plateau State. The Polytechnic currently offers three approved academic programmes: National Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology, National Diploma in Statistics, and National Diploma in Business Administration and Management.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the positions below:
Job Title: Lecturer III
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Principal Lecturer
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Chief Lecturer
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Principal Technologist
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Technologist II
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Assistant Lecturer
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Technologist
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Librarian
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Senior Assistant Registrar
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Accountant I
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Technical Officer
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Library Officer
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Assistant Data Processing Officer
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Data Processing Officer
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Assistant Registrar
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Assistant Library Officer
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Motor Driver Mechanic
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Craftsman
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Storekeeper
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Porter
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Qualifications and Experience
- Applicants must possess the requisite qualifications and experience applicable to the position being applied for.
- Computer literacy and good communication skills will be an added advantage.
Job Title: Librarian
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Job Summary
- The Polytechnic Librarian is the Chief Library officer and shall be responsible to the Rector for the administration of the Polytechnic Library and the co-ordination of the library services in the teaching units of the Polytechnic.
- He/she is one of the Principal officers of the Polytechnic. In addition to proven experience in library management and leadership, the successful candidate must have a demonstrable passion for academic endeavours and must also be credible.
Requirements
The candidate for the post must possess the following qualifications and qualities:
- Master’s Degree from a recognised institution in Library Science or Library and Information Science, while possession of a doctorate degree [Ph.D.] will be an added advantage;
- Have a minimum of second class lower division degree or a minimum of Lower Credit in Higher National Diploma [HND] in Library Science or Library and Information Science from a recognised institution;
- Minimum of eighteen (18) years cognate experience in tertiary institutions, at least ten (10) years of which must have been gained in a Polytechnic or similar TVET institution;
- Currently on the rank of a Chief Librarian from the Polytechnic sector with not less than Five (5) years’ experience on the rank;
- Demonstrate evidence of strong academic and administrative leadership, initiative and creativity in library policy formulation, good human relation and positive managerial attributes;
- Provide evidence of membership of professional body/bodies in Library recognised by Federal Government;
- Provide evidence of scholarly publications in reputable journals as well as presentation of invited papers at educational/library conferences, seminars and workshops;
- Person who is not likely to pursue, racial, gender, political, religious or other sectional interest;
- Morally sound, of impeccable character, proven integrity and free from financial embarrassment;
- Physically and mentally fit [with evidence from a Government hospital]; and
- Proficient in Information & Communication Technology [ICT].
- Not more than fifty-nine (59) years of age as at 16th of March, 2026.
Job Title: Bursar
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Job Summary
- The Bursar is the Chief Financial Officer of the Polytechnic.
- He/she is responsible to the Rector for the day-to-day administration and control of the financial affairs of the Polytechnic.
- He/she is one of the Principal Officers of the Polytechnic.
- He/she heads the Bursary department and is the custodian of the Polytechnic finances.
Requirements
The candidate for the post must possess the following qualifications and qualities:
- First degree with at least a second class lower division or Higher National Diploma [HND] with at least a lower credit in Accountancy or Finance related courses from a recognised institution of higher learning;
- Have a minimum of Eighteen (18) years post qualification cognate experience for first degree and HND holders or a Master’s degree in relevant discipline with a minimum of fifteen (15) years post qualification cognate experience or Doctorate degree [Ph.D.] in relevant discipline with a minimum of twelve (12) years post qualification cognate experience, at least ten (10) years of which must have been gained in a Polytechnic or similar TVET institution;
- Registration with ICAN or ANAN;
- Currently on the rank one level below the Bursar (i.e. Chief Accountant or Deputy Bursar or Deputy Director, Audit, as the case may be) for a period NOT less than five (5) years in a Polytechnic or similar TVET institution;
- Proficient in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills and accounting packages;
- Not more than fifty-nine (59) years of age as at 16th of March, 2026.;
- Demonstrate evidence of strong financial and administrative leadership, initiative and creativity in financial policy formulation, good human relations and positive managerial attributes;
- Knowledgeable in the Financial Rules and Regulations of the Polytechnic system;
- Provide evidence of membership of professional body/bodies;
- A person who is not likely to pursue racial, gender, political, religious or other sectional interests;
- Morally sound, of impeccable character, proven integrity and free from financial embarrassment; and
- Physically and mentally fit [with evidence from a Government hospital.
Job Title: Rector
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Job Summary
- The Rector is the Chief Academic, Administrative and Accounting Officer of the Polytechnic and has power to exercise general authority over both the staff and students and he/she is also responsible for discipline in the Polytechnic, subject to the general control of the Governing Council.
- He/she is one of the Principal Officers of the Polytechnic. In addition to proven management and leadership experience, the successful candidate must have a demonstrable passion for academic endeavours and must also be credible.
Requirements
The candidate for the post must possess the following qualifications and qualities:
- Doctorate (PhD) degree from a recognised institution in a discipline offered in the Polytechnic Sector; or any requirement stipulated in the Schemes of Service for the appointment of a Chief Lecturer;
- Minimum of second class lower division degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) with Lower Credit in a discipline offered in the Polytechnic Sector from a recognised institution;
- Minimum of seventeen (17) years teaching experience in tertiary institutions, at least ten (10) years of which must have been gained in a Polytechnic or similar TVET institution;
- Chief Lecturer from the Polytechnic sector with not less than five (5) years’ experience on the rank;
- Not more than fifty-nine (59) years of age as at 16th of March, 2026;
- Demonstrable evidence of strong academic and administrative leadership initiative and creativity in policy formulation, good human relations and positive managerial attributes;
- Evidence of membership of relevant professional body/bodies recognized by the Federal Government;
- Proficiency in ICT packages and must show evidence of community service in his/her immediate environment;
- Be of sound physical and mental health;
- Be a person who will not practice religion discrimination or tribalism;
- Be morally sound, of impeccable character, and free from financial embarrassment;
- Must enjoy adequate physical and mental health (with evidence from a Government hospital).
Job Title: Registrar
Location: N’yak-Shendam, Plateau
Job Summary
- The Registrar is responsible to the Rector for the day-to-day administration of the Polytechnic and shall perform such other duties as the Governing Council or, as the case may be, the Rector may from time to time require him/her to do.
- He/she is one of the Principal Officers of the Polytechnic. He/she heads the Registry Department and is the custodian of Polytechnic documents.
- He/she is the Secretary to the Council, the Academic Board and any Standing Committee of the Council.
Requirements
The candidate for the post must possess the following qualifications and qualities:
- Holds a first degree with a minimum of second class lower division or Higher National Diploma (HND) with at least a lower credit in Social Sciences, Education, Arts, Humanities and other related courses from a recognised Institution of Higher Learning;
- Have a minimum of eighteen (18) years post qualification cognate experience for first degree and HND holders or Master’s degree in relevant discipline with a minimum of fifteen (15) years post qualification cognate experience or Doctorate degree [Ph.D.] in relevant discipline with a minimum of twelve (12) years post qualification cognate experience, at least ten (10) years of which must have been gained in a Polytechnic or similar TVET institution;
- Registered member with relevant professional bodies recognised by the Federal Government;
- Be currently on the rank of Deputy Registrar for a period NOT less than five years in a Polytechnic or similar TVET institution;
- Proficient in Information and Communication Technology [ICT] skills and packages;
- Be not more than fifty-nine (59) years of age as at 16th of March, 2026.;
- Demonstrate evidence of strong administrative leadership, initiative and creativity in administration policy formulation, good human relation and positive managerial attributes;
- Knowledgeable in the Public Service Rules and Regulations of the Polytechnic system;
- Provide evidence of membership of professional body/bodies recognised by the Federal Government;
- A person who is not likely to pursue, racial, gender, political, religious or other sectional interest;
- Morally sound, of impeccable character, proven integrity and free from financial embarrassment; and
- Physically and mentally fit [with evidence from a Government hospital].
Conditions of Service
- The conditions of service are as applicable in the Nigerian Federal Polytechnic System and as may be determined by the Governing Council from time to time.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit fifteen (15) typewritten copies of their applications, curriculum vitae (CV), and photocopies of relevant credentials. The CV should include the following information:
- Full Name (Surname first)
- Date and Place of Birth
- State of Origin and Local Government Area
- Nationality
- Marital Status
- Educational Institutions Attended (with dates)
- Academic and Professional Qualifications (with dates)
- Work Experience (with positions held and dates)
- Publications (if any)
- Names and addresses of three (3) Referees.
All applications should be addressed to:
The Registrar,
Federal Polytechnic, Nyak-Shendam,
PMB 27, Plateau State.
Note
- Referees should be requested by the applicant to forward confidential reports directly to the Registrar.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Application Deadline 23rd October, 2025.