Vacancies: Bursar, University Librarian
Applications are invited from suitable qualified candidates for the posts of Bursar and University Librarian respectively of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State, P.M.B. 1526, Owerri Office of the Registrar.
The University:
The Federal University of Technology, Owerri was established in 1980 by the Federal Government of Nigeria. The University strives for excellence and is poised to becoming one of the best Universities of Technology in the world. The University is committed to the production of high level manpower, engaging in cutting edge research and community service for the achievement of national developmental goals and global relevance.
Positions: Bursar
The Bursar is the Chief Financial Officer of the University and responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day to day administration and control of the financial affairs of the University.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Candidates must possess a good first degree in Accountancy, Business Administration, Economics or Financial Management and must have had at least fifteen (15) years cognate experience in the University system.
- Possession of a higher degree will be an added advantage.
Candidates must also belong to one of the following Accounting Bodies;
- Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria.
- Association of Corporate and Certificate Accountants.
- Institute of Cost and Management Accountants.
- Association of National Accountants of Nigeria.
- Institute of Chartered Accountants of United Kingdom, Scotland or Ireland (UK Bodies.)
Conditions of Service:
The appointment is for a period of five (5) years effective from the date of assumption of duty. The salary is as applicable to similar positions in Federal Universities in Nigeria and as may be determined from time to time by the University Government Council.
Positions: University Librarian
The University Librarian is responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day to day administration of the University Library and the co-ordination of the Library services in the University. He is also responsible for the short, medium and long term planning, administration and expansion of collections and services of the Library and their maintenance at a level to meet the teaching, research and all programmes of the University.
Qualifications and Experience:
- The candidates must possess good honours Degree/Master’s Degree and a Ph.D in Library and Information Science.
- He/she should have at least fifteen (15) years post graduation and professional experience.
- Membership of the Nigerian Library Association is required.
b. Salary and Conditions of Service:
- The appointment is for a period of five (5) years effective from the date of assumption of duty.
- The salary is as applicable to similar positions in Federal Universities in Nigeria and as may be determined from time to time by the University Government Council.
c. Candidates for the two positions are expected to be:
a) Person(s) with good leadership qualities who can inspire and motivate staff under them;
b) Person(s) of high integrity, who promotes merit;
c) Person(s) who enjoy excellent physical and mental health;
d) Person(s) who are focused and innovative; and
e) Computer literate.
Method of Application:
Applicants for the two (2) positions are requested to submit thirty (30) copies of detailed Curriculum Vitae highlighting among others:
i) Names in full (Surname first, in capital letters)
ii) Place and Date of Birth
iii) Home Address
iv) Present Postal Address
v) Permanent Home Address
vi) Telephone Number
vii) Nationality/State of Origin
viii) Marital Status
ix) Number and Ages of Children (If any)
x) Secondary and post secondary education (including dates and Institutions)
xi) Academic and Professional Qualifications (including distinction with dates)
xii) Present employment, indicating present status and salary
xiii) Statement of experience Including Authorship stating contributions; evidence to support contributions should be produced where possible.
xiv) Extra Curricular Activities
xv) Names and addresses of three (3) Referees.
In addition to stating the names and addresses of Referees, applicants should request each of their nominated Referees to send a Confidential Report on them to the Registrar, Federal University of Technology, P.M.B. 1526, Owerri.
Closing Date:
All applications and other correspondences should be forwarded in sealed envelopes directly to the Registrar and the post clearly marked for example “POST OF BURSAR, FUTO”. Applications should reach the Registrar not later than 15th January, 2012. Only the applications of shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
