Vice-Chancellor at Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike (AE-FUNAI)

The Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike (AE-FUNAI) in Ebonyi State was among the nine new Universities established by the Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan's administration in February, 2011. It is located at Ndufu Alike in Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State which is about 25 kilometres from Abakaliki, the State Capital.

The University is deeply committed towards realizing its dream for a world class status where learning, research and innovations are the order of the day. Her philosophy is strictly guided by the desire to raise problem solvers for the nation through the production of highly skilled and motivated graduates. This informed her decision to recruit carefully selected and competent lecturers with commendable pedigree and international flavor in varying academic disciplines to ensure that the students are given the best attention and proper guidance throughout their stay in AE-FUNAI.

In accordance with the provisions of the Alex Ekwueme Federal University Law, No. 6 of 2020 and the Universities (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act No.11 of 1993 as (Amended), the Governing Council hereby invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below which will become vacant from the 10th February, 2026:

Job Title: Vice-Chancellor

Location: Ebonyi

Job Summary

• The Vice-Chancellor is the Chief Executive and Academic Head of the University.
• He/she is the Chairman of the Senate, Congregation and member of the Governing Council.

Responsibilities
The Vice-Chancellor shall among other duties:

• Promote teaching, research, and a high standard of academic excellence.
• Be responsible to Council for the management of the affairs of the University as well as the maintenance of peace, law and order in the University.
• Be competent at all times to advise Council on all matters affecting the policy, finance and administration of the University.
• Regulate the admission of students, subject to the guidelines and procedure approved by the Senate and other Statutory bodies.
• Be responsible for staff and students discipline and welfare in the University.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants for the position of Vice-Chancellor, Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike (AE-FUNAI) must be distinguished scholars with outstanding academic and administrative records.
• He/she must understand the culture and environment of the University and be a proven manager of human and material resources.
• Specifically, the candidate should possess Doctorate Degree in the relevant discipline or its professional fellowship equivalent and should:
  • Be a professor of not less than eight (8) years standing, by February 10, 2026, when the office will be vacant
  • Possess ability to provide academic and administrative leadership for the University.
  • Have held academic and administrative positions that are requisite to that of a vice-chancellor of a leading university.
  • Have a good understanding of the vision and mission of the University.
  • Be of a strong academic standing as evidenced by the publications of books and research findings in high impact journals.
  • Be able to attract research grants and complimentary funds from local and international agencies, and further uplift the academic status of the University.
  • Possess personal integrity in the management of funds and be able to deploy financial resources as appropriate within the context of the University's strategic plan.
  • Demonstrate interpersonal and team building skills and possess the ability to build bridges between staff, students and members of the University Community, the host community and other stakeholders.
  • Have demonstrable abilities to establish and maintain partnerships with local, international, government and non-governmental agencies and organizations.
  • Be an individual who, judging from his/her track records, is likely to command the respect as well as the loyalty of members of staff and the University Community.
  • Be able to demonstrate the ability to attract, motivate and retain highly skilled and talented staff (teaching and non-teaching).
  • Be able to exhibit entrepreneurial drive and ability to attract extra statutory funds and mobilize other resources for the development of the University.
  • Have excellent written and spoken communication skills.
  • Be in a position to ensure the enforcement of the University's laws and regulations, elevate merit and exhibit sound judgement above other considerations even under pressure.
  • Be information and technology proficient and be committed to its use as a management tool and its deployment in the University programmes and services.
  • Be fit and enjoy excellent emotional, physical and mental health.
  • Have strong evidence of community service and leading strategic roles in community development.
  • Have exposure to and affiliation with international bodies.
  • Not be more than 64 years of age by 10th February 2026, when the position is scheduled to be occupied.

Conditions of Service

• The Vice-Chancellor shall hold the office for a single term of five (5) years only.
• The remuneration and conditions of service for the post of Vice-Chancellor are as applicable in all Federal Universities in Nigeria and as determined by the Government of the Federation.

Application Closing Date
18th September, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit twenty (20) copies of their application (which should include photocopies of the candidate's academic and professional qualifications, birth certificate or declaration of age, list of publications, verifiable evidence of work experience) and curriculum vitae that should include the following:

• Full name (surname, first name, middle name)
• Post applied for
• Place, State and date of Birth
• Nationality
• State of Origin
• Permanent Home Address
• Correspondence address (if different from permanent address)
• Mobile phone number
• Email Address
• Marital Status
• Number and Ages of Children (if any)
• Educational Institutions attended with dates
• Academic Qualifications obtained with dates Professional Qualifications obtained with dates Work experiences including full details
• Community service(s) rendered (including dates and locations)
• Full details of teaching and research experience
• List of publications and dates where applicable
• Honours / Awards
• Extra-Curricular Activities
• Names and addresses of three Referees, one of who must be from the last or current place of employment.

Applications should be addressed and submitted in an envelope, clearly marked with the post applied for at the top right hand corner, to:
The Registrar,
Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, (AE-FUNAI),
Ebonyi State, Nigeria.

Note

• A separate submission of twenty copies of not more than one page of the candidate's vision statement for the University during his/her tenure, if appointed, should be attached to the candidate's application.
• All referees should be asked to send their independent reports to the Registrar with full details of the applicant and the post applied for, not later than the closing date of this advertisement.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.