FEDERAL UNIVERSITY DUTSE ANNOUNCES VACANCIES FOR BURSAR AND UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN

The Federal University Dutse (FUD), Jigawa State, has announced internal and external vacancies for the positions of Bursar and University Librarian.

The announcement was published in the university’s Official Weekly Newsletter, Volume 4, Number 126, dated October 12, 2026.

1. VACANCY FOR BURSAR

The university invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Bursar.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Bursar is the Principal Financial Officer of the university and is responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administration of the university’s financial affairs.

ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must:

• Possess at least a first degree in Accounting.
  • Be at the rank of Deputy Bursar or its equivalent, with at least 15 years of unbroken public service experience, including 10 years in the university system.
  • Possess an NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate.
  • Demonstrate management and leadership skills.
  • Exhibit high moral character and integrity.
  • Be proficient in Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
  • Be registered and qualified members of relevant professional bodies.
  • Be mentally and physically fit.

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

• The appointment is for a single term of five years.
  • Applicants must not be more than 60 years old as of April 12, 2027.

2. VACANCY FOR UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN

The Federal University Dutse also invites applications from qualified candidates for the position of University Librarian.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The University Librarian is a Principal Officer responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administration of the University Library and the coordination of library services across the university’s campuses, institutes, colleges, schools, faculties, departments and other teaching and research units.

ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must:

• Possess at least a first degree and a PhD in Library and Information Science.
  • Be at the rank of Reader, Deputy University Librarian or above, with at least 15 years of unbroken public service experience, including 10 years in the university library system.
  • Possess an NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate.
  • Demonstrate significant contributions to library and information science through research and publications in reputable journals.
  • Have experience in library automation.
  • Exhibit high moral character and integrity.
  • Be proficient in ICT.
  • Possess effective communication skills.
  • Be registered with relevant professional bodies.
  • Be mentally and physically fit.

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

• The appointment is for a single term of five years.
  • Applicants must not be more than 65 years old as of April 12, 2027.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR BOTH POSITIONS

Interested candidates are required to submit 20 copies of their applications and detailed curriculum vitae.

The application must include the following information:

1. Full name.
   1. Date and place of birth.
   2. Contact address and telephone number(s).
   3. Email address.
   4. Nationality and marital status.
   5. Number and ages of children.
   6. Educational institutions attended, with dates.
   7. Academic and professional qualifications, with dates.
   8. Work experience, including past and present roles.
   9. Community service.
   10. List of publications.
   11. Vision and mission.
   12. Honours, awards and distinctions.
   13. Extra-curricular activities.
   14. Names and addresses of three referees.

Applicants must attach copies of all documents cited in their applications.

SUBMISSION ADDRESS

Applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope marked appropriately as either “Post of Bursar, Federal University Dutse” or “Post of University Librarian, Federal University Dutse.”

The applications should be addressed to:

The Registrar,
Federal University Dutse,
Ibrahim Aliyu Bypass,
P.M.B. 7156, Dutse,
Jigawa State.

REFERENCE LETTERS

Candidates are required to ask three referees to send confidential reference letters directly to the Registrar before the application deadline.

The envelope containing each reference report must be marked “Confidential Referee Report” for easy identification.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

The closing date for applications is six weeks from October 12, 2026.

Interested and qualified candidates are advised to prepare their applications and supporting documents carefully and ensure that they meet all the stated requirements before the deadline.