Job Title:
The post of the Bursar
Recruiting Firm:
Redeemer's University
Job Location:
Ede, Osun State, Nigeria
Application Deadline:
16/03/2018
Job Description:
The Bursar shall be the Chief Financial Officer of the University and shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administration and control of the financial affairs of the University.  The candidate shall subscribe to and be a believer in the vision, mission and core values of the University and will work for the realization of its objectives. He/she shall live an exemplary God-fearing life and comportment worthy of emulation by staff and students.

The Bursar is a Principal Officer of the University and, from time to time, provides expert advice on issues relating to investments, revenue generation, as well as disbursement of funds. The Bursar will oversee all finance, accounting, reporting and internal control procedures, forecasting, budgeting, treasury, resource mobilization, fundraising, sponsorship, grants, subventions, endorsement drive, revenue generation activities, tax and insurance functions of the University. 

Job Requirement:
Specifically, the candidate shall be expected to be a person with:

i) Outstanding leadership qualities who can inspire and motivate subordinates to achieve corporate goals.

Ii) God-fearing, high integrity and moral standard. Someone who appreciates and acts on merit.

iii) A clear vision for the development of the University as well as readiness to implement the vision of the University.

iv) Excellent inter-personal relations.

v) Focus and innovative, with a track record of leading change.

vi)  An enviable record in fund raising, resource and revenue mobilization.

vii) Excellent physical and mental health.

viii) A high level of computer literacy.

Required Qualification:
The candidate for the post of Bursar must possess a good University degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower in Accounting or related disciplines, and must be a fellow/member of any of the recognized professional bodies, such as ICAN, ICAEW, ACCA, ICMA, ANAN or AICPA. He/she must have garnered at least fifteen (15) years relevant post-qualification experience with a minimum of ten (10) years at management level. Possession of a higher degree and a certified and working knowledge of IFRS will be added advantages. The candidate shall not be more than 55 years on assumption of office.

Method of Application:
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE: The appointment shall be for a single term of five years. Redeemer’s University offers an enhanced remuneration package applicable to the posts of Registrar and Bursar in Nigerian Federal Universities.

 

METHOD OF APPLICATION

(a) Applications should be made in twenty (20) copies, accompanied by 20 copies of the      candidate's Curriculum  Vitae duly signed and dated.

(b) Each application should include the names and addresses of three referees. Each referee should be contacted by the applicant to forward, direct to the Chairman, Governing Council in care of the address indicated below, a confidential report on the candidate's character, administrative and managerial abilities in a properly sealed envelope marked Post of Registrar/Bursar: Referee's Report at the top left hand corner of the envelope.

(c)  Each application must be accompanied by 20 copies of statement of the candidate's vision for the development of the Registry or Bursary (as applicable) of a  world class University.

Details of information required in the candidate's Curriculum Vitae are available at the University website: www.recruitment.run.edu.ng.

CV FORMAT: VIEW

All applications and supporting documents marked Application for the Post of Registrar or Bursar at the top left hand corner of the envelope should be submitted under confidential cover and addressed to:

 

The Vice-Chancellor,

Redeemer's University,

P.M.B. 230, Ede, Osun State,

Nigeria.

 

ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION: In addition to the submission of hard copies, applications should also be completed online at www.recruitment.run.edu.ng.  Soft copies of the applications  and accompanying materials should also be mailed as attachment in PDF or MS Word format to: strategicrecruitment@run.edu.ng.  The subject line should read “Application for the Post of Registrar or Bursar”. Referees should be similarly encouraged to submit signed electronic copies of their references in PDF format to the same web address.

 

Deadline: Friday 16th March, 2018

 

Candidates should please note that only those who are shortlisted will be contacted further.