Summit University, Offa, Kwara State, has invited applications from qualified professors for the position of Vice-Chancellor. Applications for the four-year appointment must be received by 8 December 2026.
The private university was established by the Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria and licensed in 2015. The Vice-Chancellor is its chief executive and academic head, responsible to the Governing Council for academic, administrative, financial and institutional leadership.
Qualifications and experience
Applicants must be full professors with at least seven years of professorial experience, have held substantial senior academic and administrative posts and must not be older than 65 years at the time they assume office.
The university requires an excellent record of research and publications, academic leadership, scholarly collaborations, relevant national and international conference participation, communication, integrity, sound judgement and team-building. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to the university's vision, rules and institutional values, as well as proficiency in information and communication technology and the ability to discharge the responsibilities of the office.
Terms of appointment
The appointment will last four years. The Vice-Chancellor will chair the Senate and Congregation, participate in statutory governing bodies and manage the institution in accordance with its approved instruments and policies. Remuneration, benefits and privileges will follow arrangements approved by the Governing Council.
Documents and how to apply
Applicants are to submit a detailed, up-to-date curriculum vitae, an application letter, a four-year vision statement for the university, relevant academic credentials and the contact details of three referees. At least one referee must be able to assess the applicant's academic or professional leadership.
Submit 20 hard copies of the application documents to:
The Registrar, Summit University, Offa, Dr. Tunji Olagunju Street (Irra Road), P.M.B. 4412 Offa, Kwara State, Nigeria.
The envelope must be marked APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF VICE-CHANCELLOR at the top right-hand corner.
Applicants must also send the application letter, vision statement, CV and credentials as one PDF file to registrar@summituniversity.edu.ng and recruitment@summituniversity.edu.ng.
Referee reports and CV format
Referees should forward confidential reports directly to the Pro-Chancellor in sealed envelopes marked CONFIDENTIAL – REFERENCE REPORT (VICE-CHANCELLOR) through the university's physical or postal address.
The CV should contain full name, personal and contact details, state of origin, date and place of birth, nationality, religion, marital and family details, institutions attended, qualifications, relevant professional bodies, employment and salary history, academic and administrative leadership, publications, research grants, funding, collaborations, ICT proficiency, achievements, reforms, community service and full referee details. It should carry the applicant's signature and date.
The vacancy was advertised on 27 October 2026 and the six-week application period closes on Tuesday, 8 December 2026.
