Registrar at Thomas Adewumi University

Thomas Adewumi University Oko, Kwara State, Nigeria was licensed by the National University Commission in February 2021 and commenced in May 2021. The University is established to be a centre of academic excellence committed to achievement of accelerated development through research and manpower development. It seeks to relate its activities to the cultural, technological, social and economic needs of the people of Nigeria.

As part of its man-power development programme, applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacancy below and work under excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment:

Job Title: Registrar

Location: Oko, Kwara

Job Description

• The Registrar for Thomas Adewumi University is the Chief Administrative Officer of the University and shall be responsible to the Vice Chancellor for the day-to-day administrative activities of the University.
• The Registrar shall be Secretary to the Governing Council, Senate, Congregation, Convocation and shall be Custodian of the Seal and other legal documents of the University.

Qualifications

• Required candidate must be within the age group of 40 to 52 years old in January 2022 AND MUST have good Honours B.A / B.Ed / B.Sc. / B.Tech Degree, preferably, Upper Division, in related disciplines from a recognized University with at least 8 years relevant experience.
• Experience in similar position in a University or other related institution of higher learning shall be an advantage. Also an MBA qualification from reputable institutions with good communication skills would make the prospective applicant stand better chance
• Candidates must possess minimum of eight (8) years relevant post qualification work experience, especially in an important Business Organisation or Tertiary Institution.
• Candidates must be computer literate, with good knowledge of ICT and proficiency in the use of software applications for managing personnel, fixed asset, e-learning resources and marketing, and membership of registered relevant professional bodies.
• Applicants must have occupied the position of at least Assistant Registrar in a University for at least three years or similar Administrative level position in a reputable company
• Evidence of previous performance in relation to processing of admission in a tertiary institution.
• Possession of proven records of leadership/administrative qualities.
• Evidence of work experience in private Sector organization where drive and productivity are of considerable importance in a competitive market.
• In addition to the above, applicants with proven management experience in industry and good understanding of internal working system of development partners to secure research grants and other forms of endowments will have additional advantage
• Possession of a Masters Degree in Business Administration and Experience in Private Sector will be an advantage.
• Excellent physical and mental fitness.

Conditions of Service

• The appointment, which is to commence as soon as possible, is for a probationary period of one year in the first instance and may be confirmed to retiring age.
• Salary is very attractive and competitive.
• Other conditions are as contained in the approved Conditions of Service by the Governing Council of Thomas Adewumi University, Oko, Kwara State.

Salary
The applicable salary is competitive and in line with Federal Government of Nigeria Scale of Salary for Academic Staff.

Application Closing Date
14th February, 2022.