University of Ibadan Non-Teaching Staff Recruitment For 2026
The University of Ibadan (UI), Nigeria’s oldest university, periodically recruits non-teaching (non-academic) staff to support its administrative, technical, health, and support-service functions. This article explains how UI’s non-academic recruitment process works, the categories of positions available, eligibility requirements, and how to apply for the 2026 admission cycle and beyond, based on the university’s official recruitment framework.
What Non-Teaching Staff Recruitment at UI Covers
Non-teaching staff at the University of Ibadan support the institution’s day-to-day operations outside direct classroom instruction. This spans a wide range of departments: the Registry, Bursary, Works and Physical Planning, Library, University Health Services (Jaja Clinic), the Zoological Garden, Farm units, ICT-related offices, and various administrative and technical support roles attached to faculties and colleges. UI groups these roles broadly into Senior Non-Academic Staff (graduate-level and professional positions) and Non-Academic Staff (junior or support-level positions that may not require a university degree).
Recruitment is not conducted on a fixed annual schedule. Instead, the university publishes an advertisement, titled “Internal and External Advertisement,” whenever approved vacancies arise across departments. A single advertisement typically lists dozens of positions at once, ranging from senior administrative and health-professional roles to junior support and technical roles.
Where the Recruitment Portal Is Located
Applications for non-academic vacancies at the University of Ibadan are submitted through the official recruitment portal at vacancies.ui.edu.ng. This portal opens specifically when a new recruitment exercise is announced and closes on a stated date, typically about four to six weeks after opening. Outside of an active recruitment window, the portal generally does not accept new submissions, so applicants should monitor the university’s official website (ui.edu.ng) for news of a fresh vacancy announcement rather than assuming the portal is always open.
The university explicitly warns that its recruitment form is completely free and does not require any payment. Any third party or agent requesting money to process an application or guarantee a job offer is not acting on behalf of the University of Ibadan, and applicants should disregard such demands.
Categories of Positions: Senior Non-Academic vs. Non-Academic
UI’s recruitment exercises typically separate vacancies into two broad tiers, and the distinction affects both the qualifications required and the CONTISS/CONHESS/CONMESS grade attached to each role.
Senior Non-Academic Staff positions generally require a first degree, HND, or professional qualification, plus a stated number of years of post-qualification experience. Examples from recent UI recruitment exercises include Administrative Officer (CONTISS 8), Legal Officer I (CONTISS 8), Accountant II (CONTISS 7), System Analyst II (CONTISS 7), Technologist II across disciplines like Engineering, Science, and Pharmacology (CONTISS 7), Senior Nursing Officer (CONHESS 9), Pharmacist II (CONHESS 8), and Medical Officer (CONMESS 4).
Non-Academic Staff positions (junior cadre) generally require O’Level credits, sometimes combined with an OND or trade certification, and little to no prior degree requirement. Examples include Assistant Executive Officer (CONTISS 5), Clerical Officer (CONTISS 3), Driver Mechanic (CONTISS 3), Library Assistant I (CONTISS 3), Senior Porter (CONTISS 3), and Head Gardener (CONTISS 3).
The table below summarizes representative positions from each tier, along with their core qualification requirements, based on a recent UI advertisement cycle.
| Position | Grade Level | Core Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Officer | CONTISS 8 | Degree (2nd Class Lower min.), NYSC certificate, 3 years experience |
| Legal Officer I | CONTISS 8 | LL.B/B.L, 3 years post-qualification experience |
| Accountant II | CONTISS 7 | Degree in Accounting or related discipline (2nd Class Lower min.) |
| System Analyst II | CONTISS 7 | Degree in Computer Science/IT or related discipline |
| Senior Nursing Officer | CONHESS 9 | B.Sc. Nursing, NMCN registration, 5 years cognate experience |
| Pharmacist II | CONHESS 8 | Pharmacy degree, PCN registration, 3 years experience |
| Medical Officer | CONMESS 4 | MBBS, MDCN registration, 10 years post-registration experience |
| Assistant Executive Officer | CONTISS 5 | O’Level credits, OND (lower credit min.), 3 years experience |
| Confidential Secretary IV | CONTISS 4 | O’Level credits, evidence of computer literacy |
| Clerical Officer | CONTISS 3 | O’Level credits including English Language |
| Driver Mechanic | CONTISS 3 | O’Level credits, valid Group “E” driving licence, Trade Test I/II/III |
| Senior Porter | CONTISS 3 | Junior Secondary School Certificate |
General Eligibility Requirements
Across nearly every position UI advertises, certain baseline requirements repeat regardless of rank:
- Five credits at O’Level (WAEC, NECO, or GCE), including English Language, are required for almost all positions, and Mathematics is additionally required for most roles beyond the lowest support-grade positions.
- Graduate-level roles require an NYSC Discharge Certificate, or evidence of Exemption or Exclusion.
- A minimum of Second Class Lower Division (or Lower Credit for HND holders) applies to most degree-based positions.
- Regulated professional roles, such as Nursing, Pharmacy, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Physiotherapy, and Optometry, require current registration with the relevant professional council (for example, the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria, the Pharmacist Council of Nigeria, or the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria) in addition to the academic qualification.
- Evidence of computer literacy or ICT proficiency is a stated requirement for many roles, including junior clerical and secretarial positions.
- Years of post-qualification experience vary by rank, ranging from no prior experience for entry-level support roles to as much as ten years for senior medical positions such as Medical Officer.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Wait for or find an active vacancy announcement. UI publishes these on its official news page (ui.edu.ng/news) and on the recruitment portal itself.
- Visit the recruitment portal at vacancies.ui.edu.ng once it opens for the stated window.
- Select the specific position that matches your qualifications, since a single advertisement usually covers many roles across departments and grade levels. Applicants are generally advised to apply for only one position that best fits their profile rather than spreading applications across multiple roles.
- Complete the online application, entering personal details, educational history, qualifications, and work experience as prompted by the portal.
- Upload required documents, which typically include certificates, NYSC documentation, and professional registration evidence where applicable. Some UI advertisements additionally specify that shortlisted candidates must later submit multiple hard copies (historically as many as ten) of applications, CVs, and credentials by post or in person, so applicants should read each specific advertisement carefully for these instructions.
- Submit before the stated closing date. UI recruitment windows have historically run for around four to six weeks from the date of the advertisement’s publication.
- Wait for shortlisting. Only shortlisted candidates are contacted, typically via email or SMS, for further stages such as interviews or written assessments.
Salary Structure for Non-Academic Staff
Like other federal universities in Nigeria, the University of Ibadan pays non-academic staff according to the CONTISS (Consolidated Tertiary Institutions Salary Structure) scale for administrative, technical, and general support roles. Health professionals fall under CONHESS (Consolidated Health Sector Salary Structure), while doctors are placed on CONMESS (Consolidated Medical Salary Structure).
Grade levels run from lower numbers for junior, less specialized roles to higher numbers for senior, highly qualified positions. Within a single UI recruitment cycle, grades can range from CONTISS 3 (roles like Clerical Officer, Driver Mechanic, and Senior Porter) up through CONTISS 8 (roles like Administrative Officer and Legal Officer I), while health-sector roles span CONHESS 7 through CONHESS 9, and medical officer roles sit on the CONMESS scale. Actual take-home pay for each grade depends on the prevailing national minimum wage benchmark and allowances in effect at the time of appointment, so applicants should confirm current figures through the university’s Bursary or the recruitment portal itself rather than relying on outdated numbers.
Conditions of Service
Conditions of service for non-academic staff at the University of Ibadan follow the standard terms obtainable across federal universities in Nigeria. This includes entitlements such as pension contributions under the Contributory Pension Scheme, leave allowances, access to university medical services, and standard disciplinary and grievance procedures. New employees typically undergo a probationary period before their appointment is confirmed as permanent and pensionable, consistent with practice across Nigeria’s federal university system.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know when UI is recruiting non-academic staff? The University of Ibadan announces recruitment exercises on its official website under the news section (ui.edu.ng/news) and activates the recruitment portal at vacancies.ui.edu.ng only during an active exercise. There is no fixed annual date, so checking these platforms periodically is the most reliable approach.
Is the UI non-academic recruitment form free? Yes. The University of Ibadan does not charge any fee for its recruitment application. Any agent or website requesting payment to process an application is not operating on behalf of the university.
Can non-graduates apply for non-academic positions at UI? Yes. Many junior-cadre positions, such as Clerical Officer, Office Assistant, Driver Mechanic, and Senior Porter, require only O’Level credits or basic secondary education rather than a university degree.
Is a professional registration compulsory for health-related roles? Yes. Positions such as Nursing Officer, Pharmacist, Medical Officer, Physiotherapist, and Radiographer each require current registration with the relevant regulatory council in Nigeria in addition to meeting the academic qualification, and applicants without this registration are typically not considered.
How long does a UI recruitment window usually stay open? Based on past advertisements, the portal typically remains open for about four to six weeks from the date of the initial publication, though the exact duration is stated in each specific vacancy announcement.