Senior International Relations Officer

Responsibilities

1. Plan and implement strategies and activities for cultivating internationalization of the University.
   
2. Develops and maintains strong networks of contacts both internal and external of institutional partners, government agencies, diaspora networks, embassies and consulates.
   
3. Initiates, develops and manages portfolio of partnerships and agreements on internationalization.
   
4. Monitors institutional agreements related to partnerships and linkages, including Memorandum of understandings, exchanges and academic programs and ensure timely assessments and renewals.
   
5. Proactively develops policies and guidelines supporting the University’s internationalization agenda.
   
6. Coordinates with Faculties, departments and units within the University to advance the internationalization of the University with specific countries and agencies.
   
7. Prepares reports, briefing documents on country, institutional and regional engagements.
   
8. Support in the recruitment of foreign students and maintain database of foreign students.
   
9. Coordinate student exchanges and connect students to international opportunities for higher studies and internship placements.
   
10. Assist in the production of core program information, handbooks and online promotional materials.

Requirements

1. A Master’s Degree in International Relations/Diplomacy or a Master’sDegreein Mass Communication or Journalism.
   
2. A Bachelor’s (Hons) degree in International Relations /Diplomacy or Journalism or Mass Communication.
   
3. Should have a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in international public relations and marketing duties in a reputable public or private institution at the level of an International Relations Officer or Communication Officer.
   
4. Experience in international relations in a university or Institution of higher learning is an added advantage.
   
5. The applicant should be below the age of 55 years at the time of application.