Bursar at The Federal College of Education (Special), Oyo

The Federal College of Education (Special), Oyo is owned by the Federal Government of Nigeria. It was established in 1977 with the mandate of producing specialized teachers at the NCE level who upon graduation will be ingrained with skills and competencies that will enable them teach both 'normal' and persons with special needs at the primary school as well as the lower level of secondary education.

Research in Disability in Nigeria While having the entire country as its catchment area for student admission as part of its uniqueness, it is the only College of its kind not only in Nigeria but also in the Sub-Saharan Africa. In addition to being the only educational institution with the largest concentration of students and staff with special needs, it has the largest number of specialized equipment in special needs education than could be found in any tertiary educational institution in Nigeria. The College has been designated Centre of Excellence for Research in by the Education Trust Fund (now TETFUND) since 2002. It is also one of the few Federal Colleges of Education recently approved by the Federal Government to commence cal running of Dual-Mode Program. That is, simultaneous running of both NCE and Degree programmes leading to the award of Bachelor's degree in addition to the Nigeria Certificate in Education. The College has grown over the years, and presently has very large number of student population of diverse cultural background, orientation and exposure. It also . It also has an increasing population of Degree students, from its initial affiliation with some Universities, undergoing studies along with the NCE students within the same campus.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position below:

Job Title: Bursar

Location: Oyo

Job Summary

• The Bursar is a Principal Officer, Management member, Chief Finance Officer of the College and heads the Bursary Department.
• He / She is responsible for the day-today manage-ment of the finances of the College and shall be responsible to the Provost in the She shall interpret the financial regulations as well as all related government directive and policies, coordinate the financial operations of the College and advise the Provost on their appropriate implementation.
• He / She shall also be responsible for preparation and rendering of periodic and/or annual financial reports of the College, and shall perform other related duties as may be assigned by the Provost.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Candidates must possess a good honours Degree in Accounting/Accountancy or Fi-nance from a recognized institution of higher learning
• With at least 21 years post-qualification cognate experience with full registration with a recognized Professional Accounting Body (ICAN /ANAN /ICCA /ICMA /CIPFA/ICPA).
• In addition, possession of relevant Master's degree in Accounting or Finance is required while Doctoral degree in same discipline will be an added advantage.
• Persons who are or have previously served as a Bursar need not apply.
•  Must have been a Deputy Bursar (CONTEDISS 15) for not less than five (5) years in a public tertiary educational institution, preferably in a College of Education. 
• Must possess sufficient evidence of continuous atten attendance of mandatory professionaldevelopment.
• Must be computer literate and be proficient in relevant accounting applications and packages.

The Candidate

• The ideal candidate must:
• Be a person of high integrity, honesty, transparency with appreciable ethical standard in budgeting and fund management.
• Demonstrate high leadership capability, be team-spirited and result-oriented.
• Be well versed in the knowledge and application of Govemment Financial Regulations.
• Be able to effectively communicate the financial situation of the College and render financial advisory services to critical stakeholders.
• Possess problem-solving and strategic thinking skills in relation to his/her professional role and the govemance of the College. 
• Be a person who is not likely to pursue or pro-us tendencies or self-centeredness. Demonstrate capacity for creativity and innovation for the improvement of the finances of the college.

Terms of Appointment

• The appointment shall be for a single term of five (5) years commencing from the day of assumption of duty and no more, while the candidate should not be more than fifty-nine (59) years old as at the date of assumption of duty.
• The salary, remuneration and other perks shall be as contained in the Terms and Conditions of Service for Colleges of Educa tion in Nigeria, as relating to the position, as well as other government regulations as may be issued from time-to-time.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit both hard copies of their applications with detailed Curriculum Vitae, credentials and supporting documents. The Curriculum Vitae should be presented in the following order:

• Full Name (Sumame first and in Upper Case)
• Date of Birth
• Place of Birth
• Nationality and State of Origin
• Local Govemment of Origin
• Permanent Home Address
• Current Postal Address 8. Marital Status
• Number and Ages of Children
• Mobile Phone and WhatsApp Numbers
• E-mail Address
• Institutions Attended with Dates
• Academic Qualifications Obtained with Dates
• Professional Qualifications Obtained with Dates
• Membership of Professional Bodies with Grades and Dates
• Current Occupation, Employer and Status with Dates.
• Work Experience with Dates; stating duties at each rank
• Evidence of Proficiency in ICT
• Evidence of Community Services
• Conferences and Workshops Attended for Continuous Leaming with Dates (with verifi-able proof of attendance).
• Awards/Honours/Commendations Received with Dates 22.
• Extra-cumicular Activities/Hobbies
• Names and Address of Three Referees (with phone contact and e-mail) In addition, candidates for the two positions are to submit, also in 15 copies, their vision and mission
• statements of not more than two pages as a practicable agenda for their role in the governance of the College.

All applications are to be put in a securely sealed bag envelope marked " Position of Bursar" and addressed to:
The Registrar,
Federal College of Education (Special),
P.M.B. 1089, Oyo,
Oyo State.
And
Click here to apply online

Note

• Candidates should complete the online application form, submit their application letters with Curriculum Vitae and upload their credentials and other supporting documents via the link above.
• Applicants are to request their referees to send soft copies of the reference on them to: registrar@fcesoyo.edu.ng before the application closing date.
• Only applications of shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.