Federal Polytechnic Ukana has announced massive recruitment opportunities for qualified candidates into various academic, administrative, medical, technical, and non-teaching positions. MoreNews

The institution is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for appointment into vacant positions approved by the Federal Character Commission (FCC). Interested applicants are advised to carefully review the requirements for each role before applying.

Candidates with higher qualifications and strong ICT skills will have an added advantage.

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Available Vacancies at Federal Polytechnic Ukana

The recruitment covers the following categories:

• Academic Staff Positions
• Non-Academic Administrative Positions
• Medical and Library Positions
• ICT and Technical Positions
• Security and Driver Positions
• Teaching and Non-Teaching Positions

Academic Staff Positions

Chief Lecturer (CONPCASS 07)

Requirements

Applicants must possess:

• Ph.D Degree in a relevant discipline
• Minimum of 12 years post-Ph.D cognate experience
• Strong teaching and research background

Departments Available

• Accountancy
• Finance
• Marketing
• Management
• Banking
• Statistics
• Economics
• Computer Science

Non-Academic Administrative Position

Superintendent (SGL.11 – CONTISS 09)

Requirements

Candidates must have:

• Master’s Degree with First Class or Second Class Upper Division
• Administrative and organizational competence
• Computer literacy

Non-Teaching Staff Positions

Medical Officer (CONMESS 03)

Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be registered Medical Doctors
• Possess additional clinical qualification (added advantage)
• Have minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience
• Be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills

Librarian (CONLIBASS 03/CONPCASS 06)

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Library Science
• First Class or Second Class Upper Division at undergraduate level
• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience
• Membership of the Nigerian Library Association
• Strong ICT knowledge

Systems/Network Administrator

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related discipline
• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience
• Strong networking and systems administration skills
• Relevant professional certifications are an advantage

Chief Security Officer (CONSEC 03)

Requirements

• Retired military officer
• Experience in security management
• Leadership and communication skills
• Knowledge of security operations

Drivers (CONTISS 02/CONPCASS 03)

Requirements

• Minimum of SSCE qualification
• Valid driver’s license
• Minimum of 5 years driving experience
• Good knowledge of traffic regulations

Teaching Staff Positions

Departmental Heads

Vacancies are available in:

• Building Technology
• Mechanical Engineering
• Science Laboratory Technology
• Statistics
• Computer Science

General Requirements

• Ph.D in relevant discipline
• Minimum of 15 years teaching and research experience
• Supervisory and management experience

Principal Lecturers (CONPCASS 05)

Requirements

• Ph.D in relevant field
• Minimum of 10 years teaching and research experience
• At least two journal publications
• Supervision of ND/HND academic programmes
• Membership of relevant professional bodies

Lecturers (CONPCASS 03)

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in relevant discipline
• Minimum of 5 years teaching/research experience
• At least one publication in a reputable journal
• ICT proficiency and communication skills

Lecturers (CONPCASS 02)

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in relevant area
• Minimum of 3 years teaching experience
• Academic publications and seminar participation

Lecturers (CONPCASS 01)

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in relevant discipline
• Minimum of 1 year post-NYSC experience
• Passion for teaching and research
• ICT proficiency

Lecturer II (CONPCASS 08)

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in relevant discipline
• At least 1 year post-NYSC experience
• Good organizational and communication skills

Assistant Lecturer (CONPCASS 07)

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in relevant discipline
• Completion of NYSC
• Interest in teaching and research

Technologist (CONPCASS 08/02)

Requirements

• HND or equivalent qualification
• Relevant post-qualification experience
• Technical and ICT competence

Instructor (CONPCASS 03)

Requirements

• HND or equivalent qualification
• Relevant teaching or industry experience
• Knowledge of HND/ND academic environment

General Requirements for All Applicants

Applicants are expected to possess:

• Computer literacy and ICT skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
• Good communication and teamwork abilities
• Relevant professional memberships where applicable
• Valid practicing license for regulated professions

Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) is an added advantage.

How to Apply for Federal Polytechnic Ukana Recruitment 2026

Interested candidates should submit:

• Fifteen (15) copies of application letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Photocopies of credentials and certificates
• Handwritten or stamped statement of result where certificates are pending

The position applied for should be clearly written at the top left corner of the envelope.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Registrar
Federal Polytechnic, Ukana
PMB 2014, Ikot Ekpene
Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview. Late applications and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Important Notice

• Applicants must carefully review the qualifications for each position before applying.
• Candidates with higher qualifications and industry experience will have an advantage.
• All applicants must be computer literate.