ADAMAWA STATE UNIVERSITY (ADSU) ANNOUNCES VACANCIES FOR REGISTRAR, BURSAR AND UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN
The Governing Council of Adamawa State University (ADSU), Mubi, Adamawa State, has announced vacancies for the positions of Registrar, Bursar and University Librarian.
The university has invited suitably qualified and experienced candidates, particularly professionals with relevant experience in university administration, to apply for the three senior management positions.
The announcement was made through an internal and external advertisement issued by the Office of the Registrar and signed by Aminu A. Alkali, Registrar and Secretary to Council.
According to the university, the recruitment exercise is in accordance with the provisions of the Adamawa State University Law No. 16 of 2020.
Available Positions
The three vacant positions are:
- Registrar
- Bursar
- University Librarian
1. Registrar
Job Description
The Registrar is the Chief Administrative Officer of the university and is responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administration of the institution.
The Registrar also serves as Secretary to the Governing Council, Senate, Congregation and Convocation. The office holder participates in an advisory capacity in Council, Senate and other administrative committees, providing guidance on university rules, regulations and procedures.
The successful candidate is expected to provide effective leadership in the university's administration.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants for the position must:
- Be at least at the rank of Deputy Registrar in a university.
- Possess a minimum of a Second Class Honours degree from a recognised institution. A higher qualification will be an added advantage.
- Have at least 15 years of post-qualification experience, including a minimum of 10 years in university administration.
- Be in sound physical and mental health.
- Demonstrate high integrity and unquestionable character.
- Be proficient in Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
- Belong to at least one recognised professional body.
Tenure and Conditions of Service
The appointment is for a single term of five years only.
The salary and allowances will be in line with the conditions applicable to Registrars in Nigerian universities.
Age Limit: Applicants must not be above 60 years old at the time of assuming office.
2. Bursar
Job Description
The Bursar is the Chief Financial Officer of the university and is responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administration and control of the institution's financial affairs.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be at least at the rank of Deputy Bursar in a university.
- Possess a minimum of a Second Class Honours degree in Accounting, Economics or Business Administration from a recognised institution. A higher qualification will be an added advantage.
- Be a member of any of the following professional accounting bodies:
- Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN).
- Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN).
- Association of Certified Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ACCA).
- Have at least 15 years of post-qualification experience, including a minimum of 10 years in university administration.
- Be in sound physical and mental health.
- Demonstrate high integrity and unquestionable character.
- Be proficient in Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
Tenure and Conditions of Service
The appointment will be for a single term of five years only.
Salary and allowances will be in accordance with the conditions applicable to Bursars in Nigerian universities.
Age Limit: Applicants must not be above 60 years old at the time of assuming office.
3. University Librarian
Job Description
The University Librarian is the Chief Administrative Officer of the University Library and is responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administration and coordination of all library services in the institution.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be at least at the rank of Deputy Librarian or its equivalent in a university.
- Possess a Ph.D. in Library Science or Library and Information Science from a recognised university.
- Have at least 15 years of post-qualification experience in librarianship, including a minimum of 10 years in university administration.
- Be in sound physical and mental health.
- Demonstrate high integrity and unquestionable character.
- Belong to a recognised relevant professional body.
Tenure and Conditions of Service
The appointment will be for a single term of five years only.
Salary and allowances will be in line with the conditions applicable to University Librarians in Nigerian universities.
Age Limit: Applicants must not be above 60 years old at the time of assuming office.
Method of Application
Interested candidates are required to submit 15 copies of their application, together with an equal number of duly signed and dated Curriculum Vitae (CVs).
The application documents should include the following information:
- Full names, with the surname underlined.
- Date and place of birth.
- Marital status, number and ages of children.
- Educational institutions attended and academic qualifications obtained, including dates.
- Work experience, with details of positions held, special awards and appointments.
- Membership of scholarly organisations and professional bodies.
- List of books and academic publications in standard format. This requirement applies to applicants for the position of University Librarian.
- Previous employers and positions held, including dates.
- Present employment, including status and salary.
- A statement of the candidate's vision for the university in the 21st century, not exceeding 500 words.
- Extracurricular activities and interests.
- Professional, academic and administrative achieve