ABU Vice-Chancellor Vacancy – Apply Now

The Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, announces a vacancy for the role of Vice-Chancellor.

This position calls for qualified, experienced academics with a minimum of fifteen years in university teaching and administration.

The Role of Vice-Chancellor

The Vice-Chancellor serves as the Chief Accounting and Academic Officer of the university.

The role includes advising the Council on finance and administration matters, maintaining peace and order, managing university affairs, enforcing university regulations, and overseeing student admissions according to Senate guidelines.

The Vice-Chancellor also holds the position of ex-officio member of the Council and serves as the Chairman of the Senate.

Qualities and Qualifications Needed

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Hold the rank of Professor for at least ten years in a respected university.
• Have high academic standing and a good reputation within their field.
• Be familiar with the academic and managerial challenges of a large university.
• Have comprehensive experience in university administration.
• Be respected both nationally and internationally in academic circles.
• Show a track record that inspires respect and loyalty among staff and students.
• Demonstrate integrity and strong moral character.
• Be physically and mentally fit and in good health.
• Be under the age of 65.

Conditions of Service

The salary and benefits for the Vice-Chancellor are aligned with those for similar posts at Nigerian Federal Universities and are subject to government regulations.

How to Apply

Candidates must submit thirty copies of an application letter, a detailed curriculum vitae, and a statement outlining their vision for the university.

Send these documents in a confidential envelope, labelled “POST OF VICE-CHANCELLOR, A.B.U., ZARIA.”

The application should be sent to:

The Registrar and Secretary to Council,
Ahmadu Bello University,
P.M.B. 1045,
Zaria,
Kaduna State,
Nigeria.

The deadline for submission is Friday, 13th December 2024.

Referees

Applicants must provide the names and addresses of three referees, with at least two able to vouch for their academic, professional, and managerial skills.

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