Current Recruitment In A Newly Established University


A newly commissioned University located in the South-South Geo-political Zone of Nigeria is seeking suitably qualified candidates for the vacant position below:       Job Title: Purchasing/Procurement Officer Location: South-South Job Description

  • Responsible for the purchase of goods and services
  • Manage the procurement process in accordance with the Financial Regulations
  • Perform all procurement and contracting activities including prequalification, tender management and contract preparation
Qualifications and Experience
  • A sound Bachelor's degree/HND in any discipline
  • Minimum of five (5) years post qualification experience in procurement
  • A certification in purchasing and supply will be an added advantage.
The Person:
  • Applicants for the position must be candidates with vision, proven professional distinction, managerial ability, integrity and transparency in private and public life able to work in a team and discharge their responsibilities with efficiency and effectiveness.
Conditions of Service
  • The successful candidate shall hold office on such terms and conditions as will be specified in the letter of appointment.
    Job Title: Head, ICT Department Location: South-South Job Description
  • Drive the ICT platform by Planning, organizing, controlling and evaluating IT and the electronic data and operations.
  • Manage the information technology and computer systems
  • Design, develop, implement and coordinate systems, policies and procedures as approved by the management.
  • identify problematic areas and recommend for implementation timely strategic solutions.
  • Preserve assets, information security and control structures.
Qualifications and Experience
  • A sound B.Sc in Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS). Certification by Computer Association of Nigeria will be an added advantage.
  • Over ten (10) years proven work experience as IT manager
  • Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems.
  • Expertise in data centre management and data governance
  • Hands on experience with computer network administration and network installation.
The Person:
  • Applicants for the position must be candidates with vision, proven professional distinction, managerial ability, integrity and transparency in private and public life able to work in a team and discharge their responsibilities with efficiency and effectiveness.
Conditions of Service
  • The successful candidate shall hold office on such terms and conditions as will be specified in the letter of appointment.
      Job Title: Cashier Location: South-South Job Description
  • Maintain imprest and pay petty expenses
  • Receive monies and issue receipts
  • Maintain records of all receipts and payments.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Sound Bachelor's degree/HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or Management Studies.
  • Minimum of five (5) years post- graduation cognate experience.
The Person:
  • Applicants for the position must be candidates with vision, proven professional distinction, managerial ability, integrity and transparency in private and public life able to work in a team and discharge their responsibilities with efficiency and effectiveness.
Conditions of Service
  • The successful candidate shall hold office on such terms and conditions as will be specified in the letter of appointment.
    Job Title: Store Officer Location: South-South Qualifications and Experience
  • A sound Bachelor's degree/HND Accounting, Finance Business Administration, Management Studies
  • Minimum of five (5) years post- graduation cognate experience.
The Person:
  • Applicants for the position must be candidates with vision, proven professional distinction, managerial ability, integrity and transparency in private and public life able to work in a team and discharge their responsibilities with efficiency and effectiveness.
Conditions of Service
  • The successful candidate shall hold office on such terms and conditions as will be specified in the letter of appointment.
      Job Title: Bursar Location: South-South Job Description
  • The Chief Finance Officer of the University
  • Responsible for the maintenance of the assets and liabilities of the University
  • Creating and maintaining a robust financial and accounting system for the University
  • Implementing adequate internal control mechanism to check fraud and wastages
  • Keeping record of every financial transaction in the University
  • Ensuring that all incoming and outgoing money and goods are accurately recorded
  • Controlling and reconciling variances and discrepancies, making corrections where necessary and reporting to Management/Council
  • Promoting and Implementing cost reduction programs that will enhance profitability
  • Preparing financial statements and final accounts
  • Ensuring compliance with statutory obligations
  • Managing accounts payable and receivables
  • Preparing and Monitoring budgets and reporting variances to the Management/Council promptly
Qualifications and Experience
  • Excellent analytical skills and experience creating reports and presentations
  • Computer literacy (financial packages and MS Excel in particular)
  • Strong financial management skills
  • Knowledge of accounting procedures and best practices
  • A sound B.Sc degree and a Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA)
  • Minimum of fifteen (15) years post qualification cognate experience
  • Budget preparation and cash flow management skills
  • Experience in a recognized University may be an added advantage.
The Person:
  • Applicants for the position must be candidates with vision, proven professional distinction, managerial ability, integrity and transparency in private and public life able to work in a team and discharge their responsibilities with efficiency and effectiveness.
Conditions of Service
  • The successful candidate shall hold office on such terms and conditions as will be specified in the letter of appointment.
      Job Title: Deputy Bursar Location: South-South Job Description
  • Reporting to the Bursar and responsible for duties as assigned by the Bursar
Qualifications and Experience
  • Excellent analytical skills and experience creating reports and presentations
  • Computer literacy (financial packages and MS Excel in particular)
  • Strong financial management skills
  • Knowledge of accounting procedures and best practices
  • A sound B.Sc degree and a Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA)
  • Minimum of ten (10) years post qualification cognate experience
  • Budget preparation and cash flow management skills
  • Experience in a recognized University may be an added advantage.
The Person:
  • Applicants for the position must be candidates with vision, proven professional distinction, managerial ability, integrity and transparency in private and public life able to work in a team and discharge their responsibilities with efficiency and effectiveness.
Conditions of Service
  • The successful candidate shall hold office on such terms and conditions as will be specified in the letter of appointment.
      Job Title: Internal Auditor Location: South-South Job Description Reporting directly to the Vice Chancellor and will:
  • Carry out a continuous and independent process of verification and review of the University activities.
  • Report on the efficiency and effectiveness with which the University carries on its operations.
  • Report on the extent of compliance with laid down rules and procedures.
  • Report on adequacy of procedures and scope for corrective action.
Qualifications and Experience
  • A sound B.Sc degree or its equivalent and a Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA)
  • Minimum of ten (10) years cognate experience
The Person:
  • Applicants for the position must be candidates with vision, proven professional distinction, managerial ability, integrity and transparency in private and public life able to work in a team and discharge their responsibilities with efficiency and effectiveness.
Conditions of Service
  • The successful candidate shall hold office on such terms and conditions as will be specified in the letter of appointment.
      How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should submit electronic copies of their Applications and Credentials to: [email protected]   Application Deadline 2nd July, 2019.   Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for Interviews.