Vacancies at Bauchi State University, Gadau

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Bauchi State University, Gadau, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of: Job Title: Vice-Chancellor Location: Bauchi Job Description

• The Vice-Chancellor is the Chief Academic and Executive Officer of the University, Chairman of Senate, Congregation and a member of Council.
• He/she shall exercise general supervision over the University and shall have general responsibility to the Governing Council for maintaining and promoting the efficiency and good order of the University, and it shall be the duty of the Vice-Chancellor to see that the provisions of the Law, statue, ordinance and regulations of the University are observed and he/she may exercise such powers as may be necessary and expedient for that purpose.

Qualification and Experience Interested candidate for the position of Vice-Chancellor, Bauchi State University, Gadau shall be preferably:

• Be distinguished scholar, who is a Professor with PhD and has the ability to provide excellent academic leadership.
• Be a rank of Professor for not less than ten (10) years with at least 20 years of experience of lecturing in a University.
• Must not be more than sixty five (65) years at the time of assumption of duty.
• Have demonstrable ability to establish and maintain partnerships with local and international governmental and non-governmental agencies.
• Possess the ability to sustain the existing harmony between staff and students, and between members of the University community and the host communities.
• Possess the ability to sustain the existing harmony between staff and students, and between members of the University community and the host communities.
• Be a person with a clear vision for the development of the University, even under resource constraints.
• Be a successful scholar, who is well rooted in fitness academic tradition.
• Have had a wide academic and administrative experience, and be capable of giving dynamic leadership.
• Should be able to engender both national and international respect, particularly in the academic world.
• Exhibit entrepreneurial drive, ability to attract funds and mobilize other resources for the development of the University.
• Be someone who appreciates and acts on merit and who will not give in to undue pressure.
• Be of sound mental and physical health
• Be morally sound and of unassailable integrity
• Be prepared to demonstrate commitment to the University’s objectives and philosophy
• Be computer-literate

Terms and Conditions The Vice-Chancellor shall hold office for a single term of five (5) years only on such terms and conditions as may be specified in the letter of appointment. Job Title: Bursar Location: Bauchi Job Description

• The Bursar is a principal officer, and in accordance with the University Act, the Chief Financial Officer of the University.
• He is responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-today good management, control of financial affairs and the provision of accounting services for the University.
• Applicants for this position must be of impeccable integrity and transparency, professional distinction, and must command respect and engender loyalty of staff and students of the University.

Qualification and Experience The criteria to be satisfied by candidates for this post are as follows:

• Candidates must possess a minimum of second class honours degree in Accountancy from a recognized University plus full professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, ACMA, CPA, CAN or ANAN with fifteen (15) years cognate working experience preferably in a University or similar institution.
• Possession of relevant higher degree will be an added advantage.
• The candidates must be computer literate and must have served in capacity not below the rank of Deputy Bursar.

Salaries and Conditions of Service Salaries and Conditions of Service for Bursar appointment is Bursar in Nigerian Federal Universities as may be determined from time to time by Governing Council. Job Title: University Librarian Location: Bauchi Job Description

• The University Librarian, a principal officer of the University, shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the good management of the University library and other library services in the University.

Qualification and Experience The criteria to be satisfied by candidates for this post are as follows:

• Must possess a good honours degree with a minimum of Second Class, Masters and PhD in Library Science, Library and Information Science or related field from a recognized University.
• Must demonstrate academic excellence in quality publications, teaching and research, and credible community service.
• He/she must be computer literate and show evidence of considerable scholarship and understanding of the application of new technologies to Library operations. Post-qualification experience in reputable University Library Comparable Institutions or research Institutions.
• He/she must be a person with leadership qualities, high integrity and unquestionable character and an outstanding manager of men and resources.

Salaries and Conditions of Service Salaries and Conditions of Service for University Librarian appointment is made for fixed period of five (5) years only. The Salary is as approved for University Librarian in Nigerian Federal Universities as may be determined from time to time by Governing Council. Job Title: Registrar Location: Bauchi Job Description

• The Registrar is the Chief Administrative officer of the University and shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administration of the University except as regards to financial matters for which the bursar is responsible.
• The Registrar is also the Secretary to the Council, Senate, congregation and convocation, candidates for the post shall be visionary and have the ability to provide good leadership, possess personal integrity and must not be more than fifty (50) years of age at the time of appointment.
• The appointment is for the period of five (5) years.

Qualification and Experience The criteria to be satisfied by candidates for this post are as follows:

• Must possess a good honours degree from a recognized University, possession of master degree(s) is an added advantage.
• Must have attained the rank of Deputy Registrar in a University.
• Must have minimum of fifteen (15) years cognate experience preferably in University administration or tertiary institutions.
• Must be computer literate and have a demonstrable competence in Information Communication Technology.
• Must be physically and mentally fit.
• Must have a good working knowledge of current administrative principles, practices

Condition of Service The conditions of service for the position of the Registrar are as obtainable in Federal Universities in Nigeria and as may be determined from time to time by the University’s Governing Council. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should submit twenty (20) hard copies and one (1) soft copy of their applications and detailed curriculum vitae, along with photocopies of their educational and professional credentials, the curriculum vitae should highlight the following, among others:

• Post applied for
• Full Name
• Place and Date of Birth
• Nationality
• State of Origin and Local Government
• Current Postal Address
• E-mail Address and Phone Numbers
• Marital Status
• Educational Institutions attended with dates
• Academic and Professional Qualifications obtained (with dates)
• Name (s) and Address(es) of previous employer(s)
• Positions held and dates
• Name and Address of present employer
• Present Salary
• Administrative experience
• Membership of Professional Bodies
• Extra-Curricular Activities
• Names and Addresses of three (3) referees

Applicants should request their referees to forward their reports directly under Confidential Cover to reach the Vice-Chancellor on or before the closing date. Submission of Applications The envelope which contains the full curriculum vitae of applicants must be sealed, marked “Application for the Post of Vice-Chancellor” and addressed to: The Pro-Chancellor, Bauchi State University, Gadau, via FACEPAM, No. 9, Stella Obasanjo Street, By Sambo Lai Road, Along Sindaba Hotel & Suites, New GRA, Bauchi State. Application Deadline: 24th May, 2017.

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