Bursar

Job title : Bursar

The Position

• The Bursar is the Chief Financial Officer of the University and shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administration, coordination, and control of the financial affairs of the University, in alignment with the University's vision, mission, and core values.

Responsibilities
The Bursar shall:

• Provide strategic leadership in the management of the University's finances with integrity, transparency, and accountability.
• Advise the Vice-Chancellor and Council on financial matters in support of the University's vision and sustainable growth.
• Prepare, implement, and monitor budgets and financial reports.
• Ensure proper accounting records, effective internal control systems, and prudent stewardship of resources.
• Uphold ethical standards consistent with the University's values and ethos. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Vice-Chancellor and Council.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates should:

• Possess a good honours degree and a Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline from a recognised university (PhD. will be an added advantage).
• Hold a recognised professional accounting qualification (ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Have a minimum of 10-15 years cognate experience, preferably in a university or similar Institution.
• Be not below the rank of Deputy Bursar or its equivalent in a university or comparable institution.
• Demonstrate proven integrity, sound judgment, leadership ability, and commitment to the University's values.
• Be ICT-compliant and conversant with modern financial management systems.
• Be of strong moral character and support the mission of the University.
• Be not more than 60 years of age at the time of assumption of duty.

Tenure

• The appointment shall be for a term of five (5) years, renewable, subject to the University Law, Statutes, and Conditions of Service.