Jobs at Bowen University

Job Summary

• The Bursar is the Chief Financial Officer of the University and shall be responsible to the Vice-Chan-cellor for the day-to-day administration and control of the financial affairs of the University.
• He/She shall also, from time-to-time, provide expert advice on issues of investment to generate revenue as well as disbursement of funds. He/She will perform oversight functions over the University's Commercial Services.
• The Bursar shall oversee all financial, accounting, reporting, resource mobilization, fund raising, sponsorship, grants, subventions, endorsement drives, revenue generation activities, tax and insurance functions of the University.

Requirements

• A good Honours Degree with a minimum of Second-Class Lower Division in Accounting, Finance, Economics or any related discipline from a recognized institution;
• At least fifteen (15) years of relevant post-graduation experience, in university administration or similar institution;
• Be a registered member or Fellow of any of the following Professional Bodies: ICAN, ICMA, CPA, ACCA etc.
• Be ICT compliant and conversant with current trends in financial reporting - IFRS, IPSAS.
• Have proven knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office Package especially Microsoft Excel.
• Must be between 45 and 60 years of age as of the time of assumption of duty.

General Requirments:

• Must be a Christian, preferably of the Baptist Denomination, with a proven record of Visionary Leadership, Innovation, and Excellent communication skills
• Must be in sound physical and mental health, capable of effectively discharging the responsibilities of the office.

General Terms and Conditions of Service

• The appointments shall be for a single term of five (5) years only, on the terms and conditions as may be specified in the letters of appointments;
• Bowen University runs a unique remuneration package, which is similar and favourably compares with what obtains in other Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria; and as may be approved by the Governing Council from time to time;
• Fringe benefits include furnished accommodations, official vehicles and drivers and other benefits as approved by the Governing Council.

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Job Summary

• The University Librarian is the Academic and Professional Head of the University Library and shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day Administration and Management of the University Library and its branches; providing Library and Information Services for the entire University community.
• By virtue of his/her position, the University Librarian is a Principal Officer of the University.

Requirements

• Candidates must possess a good Honours Degree from a recognized University and a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science or its equivalent;
• Must fully understand the complexity of the University System and must be able to effectively utilize its human resources to develop a Library System that will fully support the aspirations of the University to attain world-class status;
• At least fifteen (15) years of relevant post-graduation experience in University Administration or similar Institution;
• Must be ICT compliant and able to move the University towards Virtual Library Applications and Platforms;
• Must be a Certified Librarian with evidence of Membership of recognized Professional Bodies (e.g., Nigerian Library Association (NLA));
• Possession of a Doctorate Degree will be an added advantage;
• Must be between 45 and 60 years of age as of the time of assumption of duty.

General Requirments:

• Must be a Christian, preferably of the Baptist Denomination, with a proven record of Visionary Leadership, Innovation, and Excellent communication skills
• Must be in sound physical and mental health, capable of effectively discharging the responsibilities of the office.

General Terms and Conditions of Service

• The appointments shall be for a single term of five (5) years only, on the terms and conditions as may be specified in the letters of appointments;
• Bowen University runs a unique remuneration package, which is similar and favourably compares with what obtains in other Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria; and as may be approved by the Governing Council from time to time;
• Fringe benefits include furnished accommodations, official vehicles and drivers and other benefits as approved by the Governing Council.