Bowen University Recruits Vice - Chancellor

Bowen University is a licensed private institution owned by the Nigerian Baptist Convention. Established in July 2001, the University is committed to adding a distinctly moral dimension and Godly values to tertiary education in Nigeria.


The position of Vice-Chancellor of Bowen University, Iwo, will become vacant from 1 August, 2013. The University hereby invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the below position of:

Job Title: Vice - Chancellor

Job Description
The Vice-Chancellor is the Chief Executive and Academic Officer as well as the Chief Accounting Officer of the University.
He/she exercises general supervision and control as well as provides strategic direction and leadership in the affairs of the University, “in accordance with the Baptist tradition of ethical behaviour, social responsibility and democratic ethos.”
The Vice-Chancellor is a member of the Executive Committee of the Nigerian Baptist Convention and the University Governing Council as well as all statutory committees of Council.
In addition, he/she chairs the Senate, and other principal bodies of the University, and, except as otherwise provided by statute, nominates representatives to chair other Committees.
The Vice-Chancellor plays a vital role in securing and growing the financial base of the University.
All powers relating to proper maintenance and discipline of students is vested in him/her. He/she works with various bodies and authorities within the University to pursue the Vision, Mission and Philosophy of the University.
Requirements
The successful candidate must
Be a Christian, preferably a Baptist, of high moral integrity;
Have been a Professor for not less than 10 years, with an unbroken service within the University system during this period;
Be between the age of 45 and 60 years;
Be a dynamic, distinguished and internationally-renowned scholar who demonstrates academic excellence in terms of quality publications, teaching, credible community service and proficiency in Information and Communication Technology (ICT);
Be a man/woman of courage and unassailable transparent honesty, who can take decisions on the merit of facts, equity and patriotism with the fear of God, and not on the basis of parochial interests or primordial pressures;
Possess a successful track record of visionary leadership, innovative managerial accomplishments and highly developed entrepreneurial skills;
Possess the ability to strengthen relationships among students, staff, and other members of the University Community, and the general populace;
Have a feasible plan for the development of the University, in tandem with the laid down vision of the University;
Possess the drive and ability to attract funds and strengthen linkages with other institutions, national and international;
Be in excellent physical and mental health;
Satisfy other basic requirements for appointment as approved by the Governing Council of the
Terms and Conditions of Service
The Vice-Chancellor shall hold office for a single term of five (5) years only. Bowen University runs a unique remuneration package, which is similar to what obtains in other tertiary institutions. The Vice-Chancellor shall hold office on such terms as to emoluments and otherwise as may be specified in his/her instrument of appointment.

Application Closing Date
21st March, 2013

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit 30 type-written copies of their applications and detailed Curriculum Vitae, providing information in the following format:
Full names with surname capitalized
Date of birth, town and state of origin
Nationality
Religion and denomination
Current postal address (including GSM telephone number and Email address)
Permanent home town address
Marital status
Names and ages of children
Institutions attended with dates
Academic qualifications (degrees with classes - copies of certificates to be endosed)
Teaching, research, administrative and managerial experience;
Academic distinctions;
Membership of academic and professional bodies;
Scholarly publications (well- referenced);
Vision for the University in the next 5 years (not more that 1,000 words or a minimum of 700 words)
Names and addresses of three (3) referees who should be able to attest to the candidate’s academic and managerial abilities as well as his/her moral character and uprightness.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit all applications under confidential cover in sealed envelopes marked "POST OF VICE- CHANCELLOR, BOWEN UNIVERSITY” and request their referees to forward confidential report on them to:

The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Governing Council,
Bowen University,
P. M. B. 284,
Iwo, Osun State, Nigeria.

Note: Shortlisted candidates will be requested to make themselves available for interaction with the Selection Committee of the Governing Council.