Bursar at Redeemer's University

The Redeemer's University is a private University established by the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG). It was granted an operating license by the Federal Government of Nigeria on 7th January, 2005 and academic activities commenced in October 2005. The University is a world class teaching and research institution with well-equipped and functional facilities across disciplines in Humanities, Social and Management Sciences, as well as Natural Sciences.

The University has become a pacesetter, as evidenced by the quality of her graduates and research activities. In West and Central Africa, Redeemer's University has the World Bank-funded African Centre of Excellence for Genomics of Infectious Diseases (ACEGID). In keeping with its vision, Redeemer's University is working towards becoming one of the best universities in the world.

The post of the Bursar of Redeemer's University is vacant. In accordance with the provisions of the Redeemer's University Law, the Governing Council of the University wishes to commence the process of filling the vacancy.

Consequently, applications are hereby invited from suitably-qualified candidates for the position of:

Job Title: Bursar

Location: Ede, Osun State, Nigeria

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 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 corporate insurance functions of the University.
• He/she shall also exercise professional oversight function over all Accounting staff.

Job Requirements

• The candidate for the post of Bursar must possess a good University Degree with a minimum of Second Class (Honours) in Accounting or related disciplines, and must be a fellow/member of any of the recognized professional bodies, like ICAN, ICAEW, ACCA, ICMA 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; eight (8) years experience in the University system, four (4) of which should be at the rank of a Deputy Bursar or higher position.
• 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.

Required Qualification
Specifically, the candidate shall be expected to be a person with:

• Outstanding leadership qualities who can inspire and motivate subordinates to achieve corporate goals;
• High integrity and moral standard, God-fearing, who appreciates and acts on merit;
• A clear vision for the development of the University as well as readiness to implement the vision of the University;
• Excellent interpersonal relations;
• Focus and innovative, with a track record of leading change;
• An enviable record in fund raising, resource and revenue mobilisation, sponsorship and endorsement drive management working with other arms of the University to ensure financial stability;
• Excellent physical and mental health; and
• A high level of computer literacy.

Terms and Conditions of Service Applicable to the Post
The Bursar shall hold office for a term of five (5) years in the first instance, and may be considered for re-appointment for a second term of five (5) years. The University offers an enhanced remuneration package applicable to the post of Bursar in Nigerian Federal Universities.

Application Closing Date
31st December, 2014.

Method of Application

• Applications should be made in twenty (20) copies, accompanied by 20 copies of the candidate's Curriculum Vitae duly signed and dated.
• 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 Bursar: Referee's Report at the top left hand corner of the envelope.
• Each application must be accompanied by 20 copies of statement of the candidate's vision for the development of the Bursary of a world class University.

Click Here to View Details of information required in the candidate's Curriculum.

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

The Registrar/Secretary to Council,
Redeemer's University,
P.M.B. 230, Ede,
Osun State,
Nigeria.

Electronic Application:
In addition to the submission of hard copies, applications should also be completed online at: http://recruitment.run.edu.ng

Note: Referees should be similarly encouraged to submit signed electronic copies of their references in PDF format to the same web address. Only those who are shortlisted will be contacted further.