Vice Chancellor at the University of Mkar

Job Description

• The position of Vice-Chancellor of University of Mkar, Mkar, Benue State, Nigeria will become vacant by September 01, 2021. In accordance with the University of Mkar, Mkar Law, the Governing Council of the University wishes to commence the process for the appointment of a new Vice-Chancellor for the University. Consequently, applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position.

Job Duties

• The Vice-Chancellor is the Principal Academic as well as the Chief Executive Officer of the University responsible to the University Governing Council.
• He / she is the Chairman of Senate, Congregation and, a member of the Governing Council and shall in the absence of the Chancellor, preside over the Convocation.
• The Vice-Chancellor shall exercise general superintendence over the University and shall have general responsibility for maintaining and promoting the efficiency and good order of the University, and it shall be the duty of the Vice- Chancellor to see that the provisions of the Law and Statute, Ordinances and Regulations of the University are observed, and he / she shall exercise such powers as may be necessary or expedient for the good governance of the University.

The Candidate

• The candidate who shall not be below the rank of Professor of at least 5 years experience in a conventional University
• Shall be a Christian of proven integrity and probity with a track record of service and a sound knowledge of University administration and management.
• He / she shall have a clear vision for the development of the University and the realisation of its mission; exhibit the proven capacity to attract funds and mobilise other resources for the development of the University; enjoy excellent physical and mental health, amongst others and shall not be above 65 years of age at the time of appointment.

Terms and Conditions of Service

• The Vice-Chancellor shall hold office for a single term of five (5) years and on such terms and conditions as shall be specified in his / her letter of appointment.
• Generally, the conditions are comparable to what is obtainable in public Universities in Nigeria.