The Human Resources Department is responsible for fulfilling the Vision and Mission of Skyline University Nigeria (SUN) by developing & implementing HR policies that provide a conducive work environment and develop a meritocratic, positive work and learning culture to enhance quality in the SUN. HR Department helps in recruiting, retaining, motivating and developing a team of capable and dedicated Academic and Academic Support Services Employees who are oriented & engaged to professionally achieve the SUN objectives. HRD engages in continuous development initiatives of Faculty & Staff Members to professionally respond to today challenges in the work environment. To ensure each employee keep abreast with the ever-changing trends HRD coordinates the need-based Faculty and Staff development programs.
SUN recognizes that the success of its operations is dependent on the professionalism, competence and integrity of its employees.
A competitive compensation package is offered to attract well qualified and trained manpower to lead the academic administrative tasks and to raise the Academic standards as envisaged in the Vision & Mission of the SUN. The compensation structure at SUN is a well-defined system having salary grade/rank. Each grade has a specified minimum and maximum basic salary, social and accommodation allowances along with increment ranges. The salary structure is determined based on internal and external inputs, budgets and adjusted on an annual basis depending on the economic scenario. In addition to the above, there are additional allowance & facilities which are extended to Faculty and Staff members as per their contract. SUN strives to reward all Faculty and Staff members at every level based on their evaluation and major contributions to the organization. The purpose of SUN’s salary compensation system is to maintain:
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS-EXTERNAL What is SUN HRD Role and Responsibilities? The Human Resources Department is responsible for fulfilling the Vision and Mission of Skyline University Nigeria by developing sound HR policies that provide a conducive work environment and develops a positive work and learning culture to enhance quality in the SUN. What is SUN HR Structure? The Human Resources Department is primarily involved in implementing the HR Policy & Procedures of SUN and managing the complete life cycle of an employee. The Human Resources Department performs the functions such as planning, organizing, recruiting, developing, motivating & maintaining human resources to manage the smooth operation as per SUN’s strategic plan and report directly to the Registrar of the University. The Department is involved in a number of activities like providing orientation, settling down assistance, and organizing, training & development, employee-related activities, Payroll, Evaluations, etc at SUN. What are HR Functions? Ø Why Join SUN? Ø How do I apply for a job? Skyline University is a vibrant academic community comprised of employees performing in many different types of positions, such as research, administrative, and academic. All Faculty/Staff positions are posted on the Skyline University web site and you must apply online to be considered for a position. To apply for a Faculty position at Skyline University, follow these steps: Visit the Skyline University homepage at www.sun.edu.ng and click on HR. Under the “Careers” section page you will find a listing of all Faculty positions at Skyline University for which we are currently recruiting. Browse the list of open positions, once you have determined the position(s) you are interested in, you must formally apply online for each of these positions by submitting an online application, resume, and, in some cases, cover letter. You may apply to more than one position at a time. Once you have applied online, you will receive an automatic confirmation email indicating that your resume has been received. If it is determined your background may be a good match for the position, you will be contacted by the Office of Human Resources or directly by the Department regarding next steps. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae with the names of three references to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The position applied for should be mentioned in the email subject line. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applicants who do not meet specified requirements will not be shortlisted. SUN alumni are encouraged to apply for these positions. Ø How long it will take for the visa process? Post successful & positive Security Check process, depending on the country, Visa takes 5 – 7 working days to receive unless there’s a case ban, classified nationality, security check, active labour card etc. These are beyond our control and we will inform you of any such problem after we receive information from the Ministry of Labour. Ø What are Documents required for processing employment visa? Ø What is the process of attestation? How and where do I get my documents attested? Faculty and Staff members need to get their last certificate attested from the below mentioned: Ø What kind of Relocation Support SUN provides at the time of joining? What is the duration of the Employment Contract? How is the Employee Orientation done in SUN? SUN carries out employment orientation to the newly appointed Employees to make them acquainted with the roles and responsibilities of the job, reporting systems and to achieve functional coordination desired between different Departments. The broad aim of the orientation is to provide information to new Employee & enable them to carry out their required roles and responsibilities in an effective manner. The main focus of the SUN orientation process is to: Ø Is outside Employment permissible in SUN? Full-time Faculty Members are not allowed to be employed or teach in any other institution. Outside employment is considered as Breach of Contract. Ø What other benefits are granted in SUN?INTRODUCTION
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