Bursar at Lagos State University (LASU)

Lagos State University (LASU) was established in 1983 by the Enabling Law of Lagos State of Nigeria, for the advancement of learning, establishment of academic excellence AND to meet the specific manpower needs of Lagos State, as well as under-take any other activities appropriate for a university of the highest standard.

Lagos State University is reputed for high stan-dards, which it has maintained over the years and is currently ranked amongst the foremost universi-ties in the country. The University currently has sixteen (16) Faculties, six (6) Schools, Nine (9) Centres, and three (3) Institutes, spread across the four (4) campuses of the University.

The Goveming Council of Lagos State University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position below:

Job Title: Bursar

Location: Lagos-Badagry Expressway, Ojo - Lagos

Description

• In accordance with the Lagos State University Law 2004 (As amended), the Bursar is a Principal Officer and is responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administration and control of financial affairs of the University, across its campuses.
• The Bursar is the Head of the University Bursary.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the University's annual budget and ensure financial discipline
• Supervise financial reporting, treasury operations, and internal control systems.C
• Oversee the Bursary Department and all financial transactions;
• Implement cost-efficiency strategies and optimise resource utilisation;
• Advise the Vice-Chancellor and Governing Council on financial matters, including risk management; and any other responsibilities that may be assigned by the Vice-Chancellor.

Eligibility Criteria and Experience
Candidates must possess the following:

• A good honours Degree / Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accounting from a recognised institution;
• Fifteen (15) years relevant post-qualification experience plus professional qualification of ICAN / ACA / ACMA / ANAN with twelve (12) years relevant post-qualification experience;
• A relevant higher Degree;
• A minimum of five (5) years as a Deputy Bursar in a recognised tertiary institution.
• Proficiency in the use of relevant accounting software;
• Proficiency in the use of Al tools.

Remuneration

• Remuneration of the Registrar or Bursar at Lagos State University includes Basic Salary of CONUNASS 15 AND other benefits AND allowances that apply to the Registrar and Bursar in Nigerian public universities, as may be approved by the Governing Council, Lagos State University.

Tenure

• In consonance with the Lagos State University aw 2004 (As amended), the appointment of Registrar or Bursar is for a TERM of four (4) years, espectively, with eligibility for reappointment for a econd term of four (4) years ONLY.

Application Closing Date
27th April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit fifteen (15) copies of their detailed curriculum vitae, giving the following information as listed below:

• Full Name
• Place and Date of Birth
• Nationality (If Nigerian, indicate State of Origin)
• Marital Status: Number AND Ages of Children
• Academic Qualifications (including Class of Degree; copies of certificates to be enclosed)
• Professional Qualifications (copies of certificates to be enclosed)
• Statement of Experience including details of former and present positions
• Names and Addresses of Three (3) Referees, who should be able to attest to the candidate's character, professional and managerial skills
• Contact Address (including telephone number(s) AND e-mail address).

The application should be submitted under confidential cover, with the envelope marked "Post of Bursar", sealed, addressed and submitted to:
The Vice-Chancellor,
Vice-Chancellor's Office,
Babatunde Raji Fashola Senate Building, Lagos State University,
Badagry Expressway, Ojo, Lagos,
Nigeria.

Note

• Shortlisted candidates will be required to make them-selves available for interview with the selection board at a data that will be formally conveyed to such candidates in writing.