Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) Job Vacancy: Recruitment for Vice-Chancellor

There will be a vacancy in the post of Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) with effect from February 8, 2012. Consequently, the Governing Council of the University has decided to commence in earnest the due process for the appointment of a Vice-Chancellor in accordance with the provisions of the Universities (Miscellaneous Provisions) (Amendment) Act 2003 and the Universities of Technology Act as cited in Chapter F23 of The Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004.

THE INSTITUTION:

The Federal University of Technology, Akure was established in August 1981 to give prominence to training in technology and applied science, and to assist in ensuring rapid technological and industrial development of Nigeria. It formally took off on 3^rd November, 1982.

The motto of the University is, “Technology for Self-Reliance”. In choosing its motto, the University is laying emphasis on the objective of the University to contribute to national development and self-reliance through the advancement of science and technology. The University, with a total student population of over 10,000 and staff population of over 2,000 has highly developed programmes in the following seven Schools: School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology (SAAT); School of Engineering and Engineering Technology (SEET): School of Environmental Technology (SET), School of Earth and Mineral Sciences (SEMS); School of Management Technology (SMAT); School of Sciences (SOS) and School of Postgraduate Studies (SPGS). The University also established the following academic support Centres and Units: Centre for Continuing Education (CCF); Computer Resource Centre (CRC); Centre for Research and Development (CERAD): Centre for Entrepreneurial Development and Gender Issues in Science and Technology (CEGIST); intellectual Property and Technology Transfer Office (IPTTO); Teaching and Research Farm (TR and F); Skill Acquisition and Talent Incubation Centre (SATIC); Quality Assurance Unit.

The University has been adjudged the Best University of Technology in Nigeria by the National Universities Commission (NUC) since 2004. Its recent achievements include, amongst others, a special grant of the World Bank worth USD 7 million to establish a Centre of Excellence in Food Security under the World Bank STEP-B Project. The University also won a Centre for Climate and Adapted Land-Use, courtesy of German Government (West African Science Service Centre on Climate and Adapted Land -Use- WASCAL).

As it is imperative to give effect to the Vision of becoming one of the best Universities in the world, the University has prepared appropriate strategic and action plans to crease partnership with corporate organizations, notional and international foundations and trusts, embassies and individuals.

The University’s Vision and Mission are as follows:

VISION:

The Federal University of Technology, Akure aims to be one of the best Universities of Technology in the World, committed to carving out an enviable niche for itself as a centre of excellence.

MISSION:

The Federal University of Technology, Akure will ceaselessly promote technological advancement through motivated and skilled staff dedicated to teaching and research, geared towards global needs and production of self-reliant high level manpower, goods and services.

POST TITLE:   Vice-Chancellor

THE JOB:

The Vice-Chancellor is the Chief Executive and Academic Officer of the University, Chairman of Senate and a Member of the Governing Council. Among his other functions, the Vice-Chancellor shall:

a)    Be competent at all times to advise the Council on any matter affecting the policy, finance and administration of the University:

b)    Be generally responsible to the Council for maintaining the efficiency and good order of the University and for ensuring the proper enforcement of the statutes, ordinances and regulations;

c)    Be responsible for discipline in the University; and

d)    Regulate the admission of students subject to guidelines and procedures approved by the Senate.

QUALITIES & QUALIFICATIONS:

The applicant for the post of Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology. Akure, must possess the following qualities and qualifications:

• Have been a Professor in an institution of high reputation for a minimum of seven (7) years as at the time of this advertisement:
• Have extensive and deep experience in all facets of University administration and also capable of providing academic leadership and must be computer literate
• Be a person, who judging from his/her track records, can command respect both nationally and internationally in the academic sphere as well as have a track record of consistent and inspiring leadership;
• Be morally sound, of an impeccable character and integrity, free from financial embarrassment and enjoy excellent physical and mental health
• Must have specialized in a course that is relevant to teaching and research mandate of the Federal University of Technology, Akure;
• Have adequate administrative and research experience for a sustainable realization of the mandate and mission of a specialized University of Technology;
• Must be a person who is not likely to pursue racial, ethnic, political, religious or other sectional interests;
• Be a person with such qualities and personality that can generate fund locally and attract funding from the international community to supplement government subvention; and
• Be a person who would not be older than 60 years on 8th February, 2012 when the post is scheduled to be occupied.

TERMS & CONDITIONS OF SERVICE:

 

Terms and Conditions of Service Applicable to the Post:

The Vice-Chancellor shall hold office for a single terms of five (5) years only on such terms and conditions as may be specified in the letter of appointment. The remuneration and other conditions of service are as applicable to the post of Vice-Chancellor in all Nigerian Federal Universities and as may be determined by the Government and the Governing Council of the University as appropriate.

MODE OF APPLICATION & APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Interested applicants are requested to note and comply with the following conditions:

(i)      Each application (35 copies) should he accompanied by 35 copies of the candidate’s detailed “Curriculum Vitae” duly signed and dated by the candidate. The Curriculum Vitae must contain the candidate’s names in full, place and date of birth, marital status, number und age, of children nationality, academic qualifications (degrees with classes copies of certificates to be enclosed) teaching, research, administrative and managerial experience, academic distinction, membership of academic and professional bodies and scholarly publications; proven evidence of Academic Leadership and mentorship; as well as evidence of fund attraction for research and physical development.

(ii)     A statement of his/her own Vision of the Federal University of Technology, Akure in the next five years;

(iii)    In the case of a candidate identified by the Search Team, the Curriculum Vitae must be accompanied by a letter of consent, duly signed and dated by the candidate:

(iv)    Candidates must nominate three (3) referees who are to forward references on them directly to the Registrar and Secretary to Council. Such referees should be able to attest to the candidates’ claims to high academic and managerial capability as well as their moral uprightness. The references must be received and signed for in the Office of the Registrar on or before Friday, 23^rd September, 2011. For candidates who are searched, references must be received and signed for in the Office of the Registrar on or before Friday 7^th October, 2011 and

(v)     All short-listed candidates may be required to make themselves available for interaction at a later date.

METHOD OF APPLICATION & APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Applications are to be submitted under confidential cover, in envelopes marked at the Upper Left Hand Corner “Post of Vice-Chancellor, FUTA”, to reach the Registrar and Secretary to Council The Federal University of Technology, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria, on or before 19^th September 2011 . Interested candidates could also visit the University website: www.futa.edu.ng