Vice-Chancellor at the University of Calabar

The University of Calabar came into being on the strength of Decree No. 80 of 1979. Starting academic work in 1975, the University has the object of encouraging the advancement of learning and holding out to all persons without distinction to race, creed, sex, political or religious affiliation, the opportunity of acquiring a higher and liberal education. The University seeks to promote courses of Instruction and other facilities for the pursuit of learning mall its branches and to make those facilities available on appropriate terms to such persons that are equipped to benefit from them.

The University of Calabar will continue to encourage and promote scholarship and conduct research in all fields of learning and all human endeavours relating to its activities to the social, cultural and economic needs of the people of Nigeria and to undertake other activities which are appropriate for a University of the highest standard.

Applications are invited for:

Job Title: Vice-Chancellor

Location: Calabar, Cross River

Responsibilities
The Vice Chancellor is the Chief Executive and Academic Officer of the University, an ex-officio member of the Governing Council, and Chairman of the Senate. The Vice Chancellor's responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing strategic leadership and vision for the University
• Advising the Governing Council on matters affecting the finance and administration of the Institution
• Overseeing the efficient management of the University and ensuring compliance with laws, statutes, and regulations.
• Maintaining peace, order, and discipline within the University community.
• Regulating student admissions in accordance with Senate-approved guidelines and statutory provisions.

Qualifications and Experience
Candidates for the position must meet the following criteria:
Academic Excellence:

• The Council has agreed with MDCAN and resolved that Medical Fellowship shall be accepted in place of a Ph.D. for candidates in consonance with the established practice of the University of Calabar.
• Hold the rank of Professor for at least ten (10) years by 1st December, 2025.
• Have a distinguished academic record with significant contributions to research and scholarship.
• Consequently, qualified and interested Professors with Medical Fellowship are free to apply and vie for the position of Vice-Chancellor without any fear of disqualification.
• Be an acclaimed scholar who is a professor of high repute and must have published in academic journals that are both of National and International repute.
• Have had a wide range of academic and administrative experience
• Be a fair-minded and dynamic individual with a reputation that is impeccable in his dealings with people at all levels.
• Possess requisite and relevant managerial experience to be able to provide leadership to the University.
• Enjoy certified excellent medical and mental health. 
• Be a person of proven probity and integrity.
• Be a tested and excellent manager of resources.

Leadership and Administrative Experience:

• Exhibit strong leadership skills with the ability to drive academic and administrative excellence.

National and International Recognition:

• Be widely respected within the academic community, both nationally and internationally.
• Possess a track record of inspiring respect, loyalty, and confidence among staff and students.

Visionary Leadership:

• Have a clear vision for the continuous development of the University, even in the face of resource constraints.
• Be committed to upholding and advancing the University's mission, vision and core values.
• Be God fearing.

Merit and Objectivity:

• Be a person who operates strictly on merit, demonstrating independence of thought and resistance to undue pressure.

Technological Proficiency:

• Be a well-exposed and informed person possessing skills in communication technology, appreciating the consequences of ICT in the contemporary knowledge industry. 
• Be proficient in the use of ICT for modern University administration and academic engagement.

Age Requirement:

• Must not be more than 65 years of age at the time of assumption of office, i.e on 1st December, 2025.

Conditions of Service

• A Vice-Chancellor shall hold office for a single term of 5 years.
• The remuneration and other conditions of service shall be as applicable in Nigerian Federal Universities and or as may be approved by the Governing Council of the University from time to time.

Application Closing Date
8th July, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit 30 copies of their applications with detailed current curriculum vitae, duly signed and dated by the candidates, with the most recent passport-sized photographs attached to each. The curriculum vitae should, among others, indicate:

• Full names
• Date of Birth/Age
• Marital Status
• Nationality
• Academic Qualifications
• Publications and
• Administrative Experience
• Professional and academic achievements 
• Any other relevant information

All applications and referees' reports should be addressed and sent in sealed envelopes marked on the top right-hand corner "VICE-CHANCELLORSHIP POSITION" to:
The Registrar,
University of Calabar,
P.M.B. 1115,
Calabar, Cross River State.

Note

• Referees:
  • Each application should bear the names and addresses of three referees. 
  • At least one referee should attest to the applicant's academic standing. 
  • Another should testify to the applicant's moral character and integrity. 
  • Each referee should be requested by the applicant to forward directly to the Registrar, a confidential report in sealed envelope marked Referee's Report for applicant for the position of Vice-Chancellor at the top left hand corner of the envelope.
• Vision and Mission Statement:
  • Provide 30 copies of a statement detailing the candidate's vision and mission for the University in the 21st century.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.