🚨 Job Vacancy Alert: Apply Now for Rector Position at the National Film Institute, Jos
Are you an expert in film arts and media education? Do you have a passion for leadership and academic development? This might be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
The National Film Institute (NFI), located in the heart of Jos, Plateau State, is calling for applications from qualified professionals for the position of Rector. This is a significant leadership role suited for individuals with extensive experience in film production, media education, and institutional management.
🏛 About the National Film Institute (NFI)
The National Film Institute is a specialized tertiary institution under the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC), which plays a central role in the advancement of Nigeria’s film and creative industry. Affiliated with the University of Jos, the NFI offers degree, diploma, and certificate programmes in:
Film Arts
Film Culture and Archiving Studies
Media Production
Nigeria, known globally for its fast-growing film industry (Nollywood), is a fertile ground for creative professionals. Institutions like NFI are instrumental in training the next generation of industry leaders.
📌 Job Title: Rector
Institution: National Film Institute (NFI), Jos
Type of Appointment: Secondment (Initial 2 years, renewable)
Salary Level: Grade Level 17 (CONPSS – one of the top salary scales in Nigeria’s public sector)
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must demonstrate both academic excellence and professional experience. Specifically, applicants must:
Be knowledgeable in film arts, media production, or related disciplines.
Possess experience in managing a tertiary educational institution.
Have proven leadership skills in education, training, or creative industry sectors.
Provide academic qualifications and track records in administration or creative output.
📄 Application Requirements
All applicants must submit ten (10) sets of the following documents:
Typed application letter
Photocopies of all academic and professional credentials
Updated Curriculum Vitae containing:
Full Name (Surname first)
Date & Place of Birth
Nationality, State of Origin, LGA
Permanent and Current Address
Contact Details (Email & Phone)
Marital Status & Number of Children
Educational Background (with dates)
Professional Experience (with dates)
Publications (if any)
Awards & Recognitions
Referees (with contact details)
NYSC Certificate or Exemption Letter
📬 Application Submission
All applications should be addressed to:
The Managing Director/Chief Executive
Nigerian Film Corporation
No. 218T Liberty Dam Road, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria.
📅 Application Deadline: 30th May 2025
Early applications are highly encouraged to avoid postal delays. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further stages.
🎯 Why This Role Matters
With Nollywood being the second-largest film industry in the world by volume, the need for visionary leadership at institutions like NFI cannot be overstated. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to shape the direction of film education in Nigeria and contribute to global conversations on African cinema.
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