Provost at Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria (CIFCFIN)

Job Summary:

The Provost is the Chief Executive of the College and is charged with the responsibility of seeing to the day-to-day management and operations of the College. The successful candidate would be expected to provide strong
Academic, Administrative, and Professional leadership for the College in executing the broad policies laid down by the Governing Council and Regulatory Agenciesto achieve the objectives for which the Institution was established. The Provost is expected to demonstrate initiative and
positive managerial attributes.He/She will lead the College of Forensics and Fraud Investigation, overseeing all academic and administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• The Provost is the Chief Academic, Administrative and Accounting Officer of the College and directs and oversees the academic activities of the College.
• A member of the Board of the College in charge of providing periodic reports of the progress of the College in terms of personnel, finances, and Infrastructure and ensuring that the decisions of the council are carried out promptly.
• Responsible for approving and authorizing all payments and expenditures of the College per financial regulations, Treasury circulars, and Governing Councils decisions and directives under sound financial discipline and management.
• responsible for ensuring that meetings of the Council and its committees are held promptly.
• Lead the academic and administrative functions of the College of Forensics and Fraud Investigation.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures that support the mission of the college.

Qualifications:

• A Master's degree in relevant disciplines from a recognized University; A PhD is an advantage
• Must be a Chartered Member of CIFCFIN, ANAN, ICAN, CIBN, NIS, COREN or any other professional body.
• At least 8 years of experience in any relevant field.
• Progressively continuous experience in education, knowledge management, or training/human capacity development sectors
• Strong leadership and management skills, with a proven track record of success in a similar role.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders.
• A commitment to promoting academic excellence and student success.
• A deep understanding of the principles of forensic accounting and fraud investigation.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and accrediting bodies.
• A commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Working Conditions:

The ideal candidate must be based in Abuja and must be physically fit, with the ability to stand for extended periods. He/She will work in an academic environment with a mix of office and classroom settings. The position may require occasional evening and weekend work for meetings and other engagements. Salary and benefits for this position will be competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications