Bursar at Al-Hikmah University

Duties of the Bursar

• The Bursar is the Chief Financial Officer of the University and shall be responsible to the Council and the Vice-Chancellor for the management of the University’s finances.

Key responsibilities include:

• Driving aggressive, internally generated revenue for the University.
• Planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and controlling the financial system of the University.
• Performing other duties as may be assigned by the Council or Vice-Chancellor.
• Advising and supporting the institution on all financial transactions.
• Demonstrating proficiency in Information and Communication Technology (ICT).

Qualifications and Experience

• Applicants for the position must:
• Possess a good first degree in Accounting or related disciplines from a recognized institution, plus relevant professional qualifications such as ICAN, ACA, ACCA, ACMA, or CPA.
• Hold a relevant Master’s degree from a recognized institution of higher learning.
• Be a member of a recognized professional accounting body.
• Have a minimum of 12 years post-qualification experience, including at least eight years in the university system, with not less than five years in a top leadership position.
• Have served as Deputy Bursar for at least three years.
• Show evidence of continuous mandatory professional development.
• Possess impeccable character, integrity, transparency, accountability, and strong managerial ability.
• Not be above 48 years of age at the time of assumption of duty.

Terms and Conditions of Service

• The Bursar shall hold office for a single term of five (5) years only, subject to the terms and conditions stated in the letter of appointment. The remuneration and other conditions of service are attractive and comparable to those obtainable in most Nigerian universities, as determined by the Governing Council from time to time.