Vice Chancellor at Michael Page International

Job Description

The successful candidate within the Vice Chancellor - Nigeria role, will be based in Abuja Nigeria and will have the following responsibilities for Education and Training company:

• Define strategic vision, mission, strategic direction, and identify advancement opportunities.
• Lead in establishing the University's goals, priorities and allocation of resources to meet strategic goals
• Lead the creation, implementation and compliance with the
• University's strategic and policy frameworks.
• Oversee the development and implementation of the University's comprehensive institutional plan.
• Lead the executive leadership team in the effective and responsible operation of the University and the use of the University's resources ensuring operational efficiency and exemplary fiscal performance
• Serve as the University's advocate fostering effective engagement with partners, stakeholders and general public on matters ranging from funding, research, operational developments, etc.
• Promote and protect reputation and integrity of the University.
• Promote inspirational leadership
• Curate strategic connections within the tertiary academic community
• Develop and implement fund development initiatives to cultivate friends and donors to the University
• Facilitate an effective shared governance framework and act as a liaison between the Board of Trustees, Leadership Team, etc.
• Develop and maintain positive and productive relationships with
• Internal and external stakeholders including the Board, the Senate, faculty, students, staff and alumni, other educational institutions, regulatory bodies and institutions
• Stay current on tertiary education trends for possible adoption within the University.
• Identify, manage and resolve issues and challenges facing the University
• Preside over University events
• Perform ad hoc tasks as and when required

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate within the Vice Chancellor - Nigeria role must have the following attributes:

• PHD in chose course of study
• Minimum of 10 years of experience at Professor level with equivalent years in senior leadership position.
• Comprehensive knowledge of rules and regulations within tertiary education
• Exceptional leadership skills
• Extensive academic teaching, and managerial experience.
• The ability to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Exceptional public speaking personae
• Exhibit and imbibe personable and professional mannerisms
• Superb active listening, communication, and presentation skills.
• Excellent networking and administrative skills.