LASU Registrar and Bursar Vacancies 2026

Lagos State University, LASU, has announced that the positions of Registrar and Bursar will be vacant in July 2026. The Governing Council has started the process of appointing new officers for both posts and has invited applications from qualified candidates.

About Lagos State University

The notice states that Lagos State University was established in 1983 by the Enabling Law of Lagos State of Nigeria. The university was set up for the advancement of learning, the pursuit of academic excellence, and the manpower needs of Lagos State.

The same notice says LASU currently has sixteen faculties, six schools, nine centres, and three institutes spread across four campuses.

LASU Registrar position

The university says the Registrar is a Principal Officer and answers to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administration of the affairs of the university, except financial matters. The Registrar is also the Head of the University Registry.

Registrar requirements

Candidates for the post of Registrar must have:

• A good honours degree from a recognised place of learning
• Fifteen years of relevant administrative experience in university administration
• A relevant higher degree
• At least five years as a Deputy Registrar in a recognised tertiary school
• Proficiency in ICT for management services
• Membership of ANUPA and relevant professional associations

Registrar duties

The notice lists these duties for the Registrar:

• Serve as Secretary to Council, Senate, Congregation and Convocation
• Interpret, guide and advise the proper bodies on university regulations in the Conditions of Service
• Manage human and material resources for sound administration
• Oversee records, official correspondence and regulatory documents
• Ensure compliance with university policies, government regulations and accreditation standards
• Promote communication between faculties, management, and internal or external stakeholders
• Carry out other duties assigned by the Vice-Chancellor

LASU Bursar position

LASU also says the Bursar is a Principal Officer. The Bursar answers to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administration and control of the financial affairs of the university across its campuses, and serves as Head of the University Bursary.

Bursar requirements

Candidates for the Bursar post must have:

• A good honours degree or Higher National Diploma in Accounting from a recognised place of learning
• Fifteen years of relevant post-qualification experience

Or:

• A professional qualification such as ICAN, ACA, ACMA or ANAN with twelve years of relevant post-qualification experience

Candidates must also have:

• A relevant higher degree
• Proficiency in relevant accounting software
• Proficiency in AI tools
• At least five years as a Deputy Bursar in a recognised tertiary school

Bursar duties

The notice assigns these duties to the Bursar:

• Develop and manage the university’s annual budget
• Ensure financial discipline
• Supervise financial reporting and treasury matters
• Oversee the Bursary Department and financial transactions
• Put cost-efficiency strategies in place and manage resources
• Advise the Vice-Chancellor and Governing Council on financial matters, including risk management
• Carry out other duties assigned by the Vice-Chancellor

Tenure of office

The appointment for either post runs for a term of four years. The selected officer may be reappointed for one second term of four years only.

Age requirement

Candidates applying for the post of Registrar or Bursar must not be above sixty years of age by July 2026.

Salary and allowances

The notice states that the remuneration for the Registrar or Bursar includes Basic Salary of CONUNASS 15 and other benefits and allowances that apply to both posts in Nigerian public universities, as may be approved by the Governing Council of Lagos State University.

How to apply

Candidates are to submit formal applications for either of these posts:

• Registrar
• Bursar

Each applicant must submit fifteen copies of a detailed Curriculum Vitae. The CV should include:

• Full name
• Place and date of birth
• Nationality, with state of origin for Nigerian applicants
• Marital status, number and ages of children
• Academic qualifications, with copies of certificates
• Professional qualifications, with copies of certificates
• Statement of experience, including former and present positions
• Names and addresses of three referees
• Contact address, telephone number, and e-mail address

Where to send the application

All applications must be submitted under confidential cover. The envelope must be marked “POST OF REGISTRAR” or “POST OF BURSAR”, depending on the post applied for.

Applications should be sealed, addressed, and sent to:

The Vice-Chancellor,
Vice-Chancellor’s Office,
Babatunde Raji Fashola Senate Building,
Lagos State University,
Badagry Expressway,
Ojo, Lagos,
Nigeria.

The application must reach the Vice-Chancellor not later than six weeks from the date of publication. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview on a date to be conveyed in writing. For the full notice, see the official LASU Registrar and Bursar job document.

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