Vice Chancellor at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University

Job Description
The Vice- Chancellor is the Chief Executive and Academic Officer of the University and ex-officio Chairman of the Senate. He is responsible to the University Governing Council, which he is also a member, for the good Governance of the University.

Desirable Qualities of the Vice-ChancellorIn addition to respectable academic credentials applicants are required to possess other qualities which include:

•     Proven integrity and above board in matters of morality,
•     Clear vision for the development of the University and realization of its vision and mission,
•     Track records as a distinguished scholar and ability for academic and administrative leadership,
•     Ability to command the respect of the academic community and foster interpersonal relations and team work,
•     The derive to attract funds and mobilize other resources for the development of the University,
•     Demonstrate ability to attract research grants and create linkages and partnerships with private and public organizations,
•     Proficiency in one of the core disciplines offered in the University and a good grasp of Information and technology skills,
•     Good physical and mental health.

Terms and Conditions of Services
The successful candidate will hold the post of Vice-Chancellor for a single term of 5 years before reaching his retiring age of 70 years. The remuneration and other conditions of service are as applicable to the post of Vice-Chancellor in Nigerian Federal Universities, and as may be determined from time to time by the Federal Government and the Governing Council.