The Federal College of Education, Yola, was established in 1974, as a middle level teacher training institution. Hitherto, it was known as Federal Advanced Teachers’ College (FATC), Yola. However, actual academic activities commenced during the 1975/1976 session, with a total of one hundred and fifty (150) students under the leadership of the Pioneer Principal Mr. C. Pollock, an expatriate. At that time, the College was under the supervision of Federal Ministry of Education. Mr. Pollock as the pioneer Principal laid a solid foundation for the smooth take off of the College. He completed his tenure in 1982.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:
Job Title: Principal Sports Officer
Location: Yola, Adamawa
Department: Sport Officer Cadre
Requirements
- Candidates must possess a good First Degree in Physical & Health Education plus NYSC.
- He/she must have at least 8 years cognate work experience and should demonstrate good knowledge of computer.
Other Requirements:
In addition, candidates should have the following:
- Evidence of NYSC Discharge or Exemption certificate
- Evidence of Registration with TRCN
- Demonstration of good knowledge of computer
- Demonstrate ability to offer academic and administrative leadership
- Demonstrable ability to initiate and supervise applied research/project/ exhibition
- Evidence of continuous research/invention / innovation in the area of specialization
- Successful external assessment
- Evidence of community service.
Application Deadline
8th October, 2026.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit seven (7) copies of their applications and current Curriculum Vitae which should include among others, the following:
- Full Name (Surname Last in Capital Letters)
- Post applied for
- Place and Date of Birth
- Contact Details (including Mobile Telephone Numbers and Email)
- Marital Status
- Name, Address and Phone Number of Next of Kin
- Number of Children and their Ages
- Nationality, State and Local Government of Origin
- Permanent Home Address
- Institutions Attended with Dates
- Academic and Professional Qualifications with dates
- Work Experience with Dates including full details of former and present posts
- Present Employment Status and Salary
- List of Publications (where applicable)
- Extra-Curricular Activities
- Any other relevant information that would facilitate a positive review of your application
- Names and Addresses of three (3) relevant referees.
All applications should be addressed / submitted in a sealed envelope, with the Department and position applied for, clearly written at the left hand corner (of the envelope) to:
The Registrar,
Federal College of Education, Yola,
P.M.B. 2042,
Yola, Adamawa State,
Nigeria.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates would be invited for interview.
