Bursar at Bowen University

Bowen University is a licensed private institution owned by the Nigerian Baptist Convention and established in July 2001 with a commitment to high performance and adding a distinctly moral dimension and Godly value to tertiary education in Nigeria and beyond.

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

Job Title: Bursar

Location: Iwo, Osun

Job Summary

• The Bursar is the Chief Financial Officer of the University and shall be responsible to the Vice-Chan-cellor for the day-to-day administration and control of the financial affairs of the University.
• He/She shall also, from time-to-time, provide expert advice on issues of investment to generate revenue as well as disbursement of funds. He/She will perform oversight functions over the University's Commercial Services.
• The Bursar shall oversee all financial, accounting, reporting, resource mobilization, fund raising, sponsorship, grants, subventions, endorsement drives, revenue generation activities, tax and insurance functions of the University.

Requirements

• A good Honours Degree with a minimum of Second-Class Lower Division in Accounting, Finance, Economics or any related discipline from a recognized institution;
• At least fifteen (15) years of relevant post-graduation experience, in university administration or similar institution;
• Be a registered member or Fellow of any of the following Professional Bodies: ICAN, ICMA, CPA, ACCA etc.
• Be ICT compliant and conversant with current trends in financial reporting - IFRS, IPSAS.
• Have proven knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office Package especially Microsoft Excel.
• Must be between 45 and 60 years of age as of the time of assumption of duty.

General Requirments:

• Must be a Christian, preferably of the Baptist Denomination, with a proven record of Visionary Leadership, Innovation, and Excellent communication skills
• Must be in sound physical and mental health, capable of effectively discharging the responsibilities of the office.

General Terms and Conditions of Service

• The appointments shall be for a single term of five (5) years only, on the terms and conditions as may be specified in the letters of appointments;
• Bowen University runs a unique remuneration package, which is similar and favourably compares with what obtains in other Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria; and as may be approved by the Governing Council from time to time;
• Fringe benefits include furnished accommodations, official vehicles and drivers and other benefits as approved by the Governing Council.

Application Closing Date
17th April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application, Curriculum Vitae and all other necessary credentials giving information in the following format:

• Full name with surname first in capital letters
• Post applied for
• Date of birth, town and state of origin
• Nationality
• Religion and denomination;
• Current postal address, including GSM number and email address;
• Permanent home address;
• Marital status;
• Name of spouse and GSM number;
• Names and ages of children;
• Institutions attended with dates;
• Academic qualifications with dates;
• Membership of professional bodies;
• Work experience
• Present employment, status and salary;
• Service to national and international bodies
• Names and addresses of three (3) referees;
• Signature and date.

All Applications should be sent as attachments in PDF format to: apply@bowen.edu.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
And
Candidates are also requested to submit ten (10) copies of their Applications, Curriculum Vitae and necessary credentials under confidential cover in a sealed envelope marked "Post of Bursar, Bowen University, Iwo" to:
The Registrar,
Bowen University,
P.M.B. 284, Iwo,
Osun State, Nigeria.

Note

• The application should include candidate's statement of Vision and Mission for the University Bursary for the next five years in not more than 1,000 words;
• Referees should be contacted by each candidate to submit signed electronic copies of their report in PDF format to the same email address stated above, attesting to the academic and managerial abilities as well as moral character and uprightness of the candidate;
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be requested to make themselves available for the interview with the Selection Committee of the Governing Council on a selected date and time.