Tuesday, 7 October 2014

VACANCIES FOR TEACHING AND NON-TEACHING STAFF AT BENSON IDAHOSA UNIVERSITY, BENIN CITY



Benson Idahosa University is one of the Private Universities in Nigeria licensed by the Federal Government in February 2002. The vision of the University flows from the divine mandate of raising academics, professionals and entrepreneurs committed to changing Nigeria for the better.
Applications from suitably qualified candidates with track record of achievement are invited for the following Teaching and Non-Teaching position
DEAN- FACULTY OF ENGINEERING:
The Benson Idahosa University intends to establish a Faculty of Engineering and admit its first students in the 2015/2026 academics session. In view of this, the University intends to employ a Professor of Engineering as Dean of the Faculty of Engineering to drive the process of establishment.

REQUIREMENTS:
·         Engineering Professor in Agriculture, Civil, Electrical/Electronic/Computer or Mechanical Engineering or any of their variants.
·         Must have senior administrative position in Universities as Dean or Head of Department
·         High academic visibility at both national and International levels
·         Ability to attract research funds and forge collaboration with other institutions/organizations
Spiritual Leadership:
·         Be a person with strong spiritual (Christian) testimony
·         Must be monogamous with a stable home
·         Be of high integrity, honest, forthright and upright
CONDITION OF SERVICE:
Similar to conditions of service in Nigerian Universities. However, a special incentive is attached to this position for enhances performance to achieve the purpose of the appointment
REGISTRAR:
The Registrar is the Chief Administrative Officer of the University and is responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day general administrative working of the University.
The Registrar is also Secretary to Council, Senate, Congregation and Convocation.
QUALIFICATIONS:
a.       A good honours degree from a recognized University. The possession of relevant higher or post graduate professional qualification in appropriate fields would be an added advantage
b.      Professional leadership experience in administration, of not lower than the rank of deputy Registrar in  a University setting or similar institution
c.       Demonstrated knowledge of modern electronic student and staff record storage, retrieve and delivery systems
d.      Demonstrate ability to lead project teams in a complex environment that involves technology, personnel and end-users
e.      Knowledge of the policies and commission, (NUC) joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
Spirit Leadership:
·         Be a person with strong spiritual (Christian) testimony
·         Must be monogamous with a stable home
·         Be of high integrity, honest, forthright and upright
SKILLS REQUIRED:
·         Demonstrated ability to build consensus and foster team work among a variety of stakeholders
·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills
·         Strong interpersonal skills, enabling successful relationships with students, staff, parents and other stakeholders
·         Strong computer skills; possess strong knowledge of student information systems
·         Thorough understanding of University policies and academic regulations
·         Ability to solve problems thoughtfully and effectively
·         Maintain confidentiality in all matters where it is required
·         Uphold a high level of precision in detail work, ensuring that staff and students records are maintained and reports are created in an accurate manner
·         Supervise organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast paced, ever – changing environment
·         Ability to work independently and produce results
CONDITION OF SERVICE:
The successful candidate shall hold the office of the Registrar for the period of five years subject to satisfactory annual performance. Remuneration and other terms and conditions are very attractive
METHOD OF APPLICATION
1.       Interested candidates for the two positions who meet the conditions stated above should submit a copy of their application and comprehensive CV duly signed and dated, by email.
2.       The Curriculum Vitae must include:
i.                      Name in full with surname underlined
ii.                   Place and date of birth
iii.                  Nationality / State and local government of origin
iv.                 Permanent Home address
v.                   Postal Address
vi.                 GSM number and e-mail Address
vii.                Marital status
viii.              Number and age of Children
ix.                 Present employment, status, salary and employer:
x.                   Academic qualifications obtained with dates
xi.                 Educational Institutions attended with dates
xii.                Administrative experience with dates/Membership of professional bodies (dates)
xiii.              Names and address of three referees
3. the application for the position of Registrar must also include a statement of the candidate’s vision for the University in the next five years, in not more than 600 words
4. candidates must request their referees to forward references on them in a sealed envelope marked “Referee Report” with the name of the candidate underneath, directly to the Registrar by Courier Service. Such referees should be able to attest to the candidates’s claim to higher academics and managerial capabilities as well as the candidates’s moral uprightness
In addition, candidates should submit by courier service under confidential cover, 10 hard copies of their application and CV in an envelope marked “Post of Registrar” and “ Post of Dean, Faculty of Engineering” Benson Idahosa University respectively, to reach the office of the Registrar, Benson Idahosa University, P.M.B 1100, Benin City, Nigeria. On or before November 11, 2014. Only the application of shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
Note: Benson Idahosa Unversity is an Equal opportunity employer.
CLOSING DATE:
Applications with copies of the CV should be address and forwarded to the: Registrar,
Benson Idahosa University,
P.M.B 1100, Ugoikhuen Road, Off Ugbor Road, GRA, Benin City.
Application should reach the Registrar, not later than 5 weeks from the date of this publication. Late application will not be entertained.
Source: Tuesday Guardian, 7th October, 2014


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