Latest Jobs at Alvan Ikoku Federal College of Education

The Vice-Chancellor

• The Vice-Chancellor is the Chief Executive and Academic Officer of the University.
• The candidate shall embody and symbolise the Mission of the University while purposefully leading the articulation and strengthening of its special mandate.
• The Vice-Chancellor is responsible to the Governing Council and sees to the day-to-day administration of the University.
• By the Office, the Vice-Chancellor is a member of the University Governing Council, Chairman of the Senate, Chairman of the Congregation, Member of College/Faculties and any other authorities of the University set up by Statute and of any Board or Committee appointed by any of those bodies.

The Candidate
Interested candidates should meet the following requirements in submitting his/her application:

• Be a Professor in a recognised University, with the ability to provide academic and administrative leadership for the University Community.
• Holder of a Doctorate Degree (Ph.D) in any of the disciplines offered by the University, and be licensed by the TRCN.
• Candidate shall show evidence of postgraduate teaching/supervision.
• Possession of a proven track record of academic excellence to command the recognition and respect of National and International Academic Communities.
• Publication of at least twenty (20) research (Journal) articles in reputable Local and International Journals.
• Consistently proven, demonstrable and documented ability to attract International and/or Local Research and Development Grants.
• Attended and presented papers in at least five (5) International and/or Local Conferences within the last ten (10) years.
• Possess a clear vision for further development of the University and realisation of its Vision and Mission.
• Exhibit entrepreneurial drive and ability to attract extra-statutory funds and mobilise other resources for the development of the University.
• Possession of personal integrity in the management of funds and be able to manage financial resources as appropriate for the development of the University as well as demonstrate commitment to accountability, strength of character and transparency.
• Demonstrate ability to attract, motivate and retain highly skilled and talented staff in all categories, teaching and non-teaching.
• Ability to align with, and lead within the framework of the University's status as a specialised University of Education for the promotion of corporate harmony, growth and development of the University.
• Appreciable level of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) literacy.
• Enjoy excellent physical and mental health.
• Must not be older than 65 years of age at the time of appointment.

Tenure of office and terms of appointment

• The Vice-Chancellor shall hold office for a single term of five (5) 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.

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Job Summary

• The Registrar is the Chief Administrative Officer of the University, responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day- to-day administration of the University. The Registrar is also the Secretary to the University Governing Council, Senate, Congregation and Convocation.

Requirements

• The candidate for the post of Registrar must possess a minimum of a second class lower degree from a recognised University.
• Possession of higher degree(s), professional qualifications and membership of professional bodies will be an added advantage.

The candidate is expected to:

• Not be below the rank of Deputy Registrar;
• Demonstrate evidence of consummate management and leadership passion and drive in previous positions and in addition, must possess excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills;
• Exhibit the ability to be a team leader, who can lead by example, has clear mentorship skills and plans, should not be older than fifty-nine (59) years of age upon appointment;
• Enjoy strong physical and mental health;
• Possess personal integrity, demonstrate transparency in private and public life, be able to command the respect and loyalty of staff, students and other members of the University Community;
• Be computer literate;
• Have a good working knowledge of current contemporary administrative principles, processes and practices.

Terms and Conditions of Service

• The Registrar shall hold office for a single term of five (5) years only on such terms and conditions as may be specified in the letter of appointment.
• The remuneration and other conditions of service are as applicable to the post of Registrar in all Federal Universities in Nigeria and as may be determined from time to time by the Federal Government/Governing Council of the University.

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Job Summary

• The Bursar is the Chief Financial Officer of the University and is directly responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the management and control of the finances of the University.

Responsibilities

• He/She shall advise the Vice-Chancellor on finance-related matters, coordinate the development and update the University's financial management plans; coordinate the preparation of periodic income and expenditure statements, balance sheet, cash flow estimates and consolidation, when necessary.
• He/She shall ensure that accurate records are maintained of all assets and liabilities held by the University.
• The duties shall include monitoring monthly income and expenditure and balance sheet variances against the budgets and ensuring that they are reconciled; monitoring treasury activities, including cash flow projections and forecasts for prudence and accountability; and negotiating with financial and government institutions with regard to financial matters.

Requirements

• The candidate for the post of Bursar must possess a good B.Sc degree in Accounting or Finance (not below second class lower division) from a reputable university or its equivalent.
• Possession of a higher qualification will be an added advantage. The applicant must possess any of the following professionally recognized accountancy qualifications: ACA, ACCA, ACMA, ICAN, CNA, or ANAN.

The candidate is also expected to:

• Not be below the rank of a Deputy Bursar, Directorate level, or top managerial/financial position in an institution of higher learning;
• Demonstrate evidence of consummate management and leadership passion and drive in previous positions and in addition, possess excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills;
• Exhibit the ability to be a team leader, who can lead by example and has clear mentorship skills and plans; appointment;
• Exhibit a considerable degree of competence, responsiveness, demonstrable integrity and transparency on matters of financial resource management with outstanding experience;
• Be a person with good leadership qualities who can inspire and motivate colleagues, a person with a clear vision for the development of the University and must be ready to implement the vision of the University; 6. Be focused and innovative, computer literate, and must have a good working understanding of communication by internet;
• Be in excellent physical and mental health.

Terms and Conditions of Service

• The Bursar shall hold office for a single term of five (5) years only on such terms and conditions as may be specified in the letter of appointment.
• The remuneration and other conditions of service are as applicable to the post of Bursar in all Federal Universities in Nigeria and as may be determined from time to time by the Federal Government/Governing Council of the University.