Rector at the Federal Polytechnic, Nekede

The Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri is one of the foremost Polytechnics in Nigeria, located in the South-East Geopolitical Zone, Imo State precisely. It was established by the Imo State Edict No. 16 of 1978 as the College of Technology, Owerri, later changed to the Polytechnic Nekede in 1987, and further renamed Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri by the Federal Polytechnics (Amendment) Act of 1993. Her academic programmes which are housed in seven (7) Schools are duly accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).

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

Job Title: Rector

Location: Nekede - Owerri, Imo

The Position

• The post of Rector of the Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri which will become vacant by 10th September, 2023.
• The Rector is the Chief Academic, Administrative and Accounting Officer of the Polytechnic and has power to exercise general authority over both the staff and students, he/she is also responsible for discipline in the Polytechnic, subject to the general control of the Governing Council.
• He/she is one of the Principal Officers of the Polytechnic.
• In addition to proven Management and Leadership experience, the successful candidate must have demonstrable passion for academic endeavours and must also be credible.

Academic Qualifications and Qualities
The candidate for the post must possess the following qualifications and qualities:

• A Master's Degree from a recognized Institution preferably in the relevant courses offered in the Polytechnic.
• Possession of a Doctorate Degree will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of Second Class Lower Division Degree or a minimum of Lower Credit in Higher National Diploma (HND) preferably in the relevant Courses offered in the Polytechnic.
• A minimum of 23 years teaching experience with an HND or its equivalent, or a minimum of 20 years with M.Sc or its equivalent, or a minimum of 17 years with Ph.D. At least 10 years of the teaching experience must have been gained in a Polytechnic or similar TVET Institution.
• A Chief Lecturer from the Polytechnic Sector with not less than five (5) years of experience on the rank.
• Not more than fifty-nine (59) years of age as at 10th September, 2023 when the post will become vacant.
• Demonstrate evidence of strong academic and administrative leadership, initiative and creativity in policy formulation, good human relations and positive managerial attributes.
• Must provide evidence of membership of professional body/bodies recognized by Federal Government.
• Must provide evidence of scholarly publications in reputable journals as well as presentation of invited papers at educational conferences, seminars/workshops.
• Must be able to attract research grants and development facilities to the Polytechnic.
• Must be a person with initiative and vision for sustaining the accelerated pace of development of the Polytechnic even under financial and other challenging constraints.
• A person who is not likely to pursue, racial, gender, political, religious or other sectional interest.
• Morally sound, of impeccable character, proven integrity and free from financial embarrassment.
• Physically and mentally fit (with evidence from a government hospital).
• Must be proficient in Information and Communication Technology (ICT).

Terms of Appointment and Condition of Service

• The appointment is for a single tenure of five (5) years in line with extant provisions.
• The salary is consolidated and appointee shall enjoy other benefits attached to the position of Principal Officers of the Polytechnic approved by the Federal Government.

Application Closing Date
21st April, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit typed written copies of their application letter, Curriculum Vitae and attach photocopies of all relevant documents to their application (twenty (20) copies) giving the details in the following order:

• Full Names (Surname first and underlined).
• Date and place of birth.
• State of Origin and Local Government Area.
• Nationality and how acquired.
• Marital Status.
• Number and ages of Children.
• Current postal address including telephone number and e-mail address.
• Educational Institutions attended with dates.
• Academic and Professional qualifications obtained with dates. Membership of Professional Bodies/Association.
• Honors and Distinctions (if any).
• Academic/Scholarly Publications.
• Conferences attended and papers presented with dates.
• Previous Employer(s) and Post(s) held with dates.
• Present Employment to include status, duties and any other relevant experience.
• Statement of own vision for the Polytechnic (20 copies).
• Other activities outside current employment.
• Names and Addresses of three (3) Referees (Employer, Educational and Personal) who are to forward confidential reports directly to the Registrar/Secretary to council, Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri. Such referees should be able to attest to the candidates' claim to high academics, managerial and leadership capabilities as well as to the candidates' notable uprightness.

Applications are to be submitted in a sealed envelope and marked "POST OF RECTOR" on the top left hand corner, addressed to:
The Registrar,
Federal Polytechnic Nekede,
P.M. B. 1036,
Owerri, Imo State.

Note

• Applicants must be ready to support every claim with documentary evidence (where applicable) and bring original if invited for interview. Photocopies will not be accepted.
• Previous holders of the position in any tertiary institution need not apply.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.