Bursar at Fountain University, Osogbo

Fountain University is a Private University Licensed in May 2007 by the Federal Government, commenced academic activities in January 2008. The Vision of the University is to be a pace setting institution in terms of leaning, character- building, entrepreneurial skills and service to humanity. Its Mission is to produce competent and resourceful graduates with high moral standards; and the Philosophy is the total development of men and women in an enabling environment through appropriate teaching, research and service to humanity, as underlined by Islamic Ethics and Culture.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Bursar

Location: Osogbo, Osun

Overview

• The position of Bursar will be vacant from 1 February 2026, when the incumbent Bursar will have completed her tenure.
• To fill the vacancy, the Governing Council of the University hereby invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates who are able to match the requirements of our ideal prospect.

Responsibilities

• The Bursar is a Principal Officer and the Chief Financial Officer of the University.
• He / She is responsible to the Vice Chancellor for the day-to-day administration and control of the financial affairs of the University.

Requirements
Applicants for the position of Bursar must be distinguished Financial Experts with outstanding financial administrative pedigree, and successful managers of human and material resources. Specifically, the candidate must possess the following qualities:

• A good honours Degree in Accounting, Finance, or any related discipline from a recognized institution
• Full membership of a recognized professional accounting body such as ICAN, ANAN, or equivalent
• Minimum of fifteen (15) years relevant post-qualification experience, with at least three (3) years at the level of Deputy Bursar or its equivalent in a University or comparable institution.
• Proven competence in financial planning, budgeting, tresury management, and investment
• Demonstrable capacity to initiate, coordinate, and implement new financial policies and procedures that will enhance the efficiency of the University's financial system
• High degree of accountability, transparency, integrity, and strong leadership qualities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with evidence of team building and mentoring ability
• Practical knowledge of ICT applications and relevant accounting and financial management software
• Ability to relate effectively with diverse stakeholders within and outside the University.
• Must not be above 58 years of age as of their 2025 birthday anniversary

Job Tenure

• The appointment shall be for a period of four (4) years in the first instance and renewable for another final term of four (4) yours, subject to satisfactory performance.

Remuneration and Conditions of Service

• The remuneration is competitive and comparable to what obtains in other Nigerian Universities.
• Other conditions of service and fringe benefits are as may be determined by the Governing Council from time to time.

Application Closing Date
24th October, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should are to apply electronically by submitting their application addressed to the Registrar in a single PDF file to: career@fuo.edu.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail. Applicants are expected to request their referees to forward confidential reports on them directly to the Registrar, Fountain University, Osogbo,

Each application should be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae and other supporting documents, which must include the following information:

• Full Name
• Date and Place of Birth
• State of Origin and Nationality
• Marital Status
• Number and Ages of Children
• Current Postal and Contact Address Telephone Number(s)
• E-mail Address
• Current Postal and Contact Address Permanent Residential Address
• Educational Institutions Attended with Dates
• Academic and Professional Qualification with Dates
• Distinctions and Awards (with dates)
• Membership of Academic and Professional Bodies
• Detailed work experience, previous employers, and Posts held with Dates
• Other activities outside current employment
• Present employer, Post and Salary, indicating a detailed schedule of work
• Names and Addresses of three (3) Referees, at least one of whom should be related to his/her discipline and place of work
• Date of availability, if appointed
• A statement of the candidate's vision for personal career and professional progression.

Note

• All applications received via the designated email shall be duly acknowledged.
• However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for subsequent communication.