Bursar at Lagos State University (LASU)

Lagos State University (LASU) was established in 1983 by the Enabling Law of Lagos State of Nigeria, for the advancement of learning and establishment of academic excellence.

Consequently, applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified applicants for the position below:

Job Title: Bursar

Location: Lagos

Summary

• The Governing Council of Lagos State University hereby announces that the position of Bursar will be vacant by May, 2018. In consonance with the Lagos State University Law (2004) and in exercise of the power contained therein, the Governing Council has decided to begin the process of appointing new Bursar for the University.

The Position

• In accordance with the Lagos State University Law (2004), the Bursar is a Principal Officer and is responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administration and control of financial affairs of the University across its campuses.
• The Bursar is a member of the University Management Committee and the Head of the University Bursary.

Qualifications and Experience
Applicants for the post of Bursar, Lagos State University should possess:

• A good (Honours) Degree/Higher National Diploma in Accounting plus fifteen (15) years relevant post-qualification experience, PLUS professional qualification of ICAN/ACA/ACCA/ACMA/ANAN with twelve (12) years relevant post-qualification experience;
• Possession of relevant Higher Degree and Professional Fellowship;
• Candidate must be proficient in use of relevant accounting software packages;
• Candidate must have served for not less than five (5) years at the level of Deputy Bursar in a University or comparable institution.

Age Requirement:

• Candidates must not be above the age of sixty- one (61) years by May 2018.

Tenure
In consonance with the Lagos State University Law (2004), the appointment of Bursar is for a Term of four (4) years respectively, with eligibility for reappointment for a second term of four (4) years only,

Remuneration
Remuneration of the Bursar in Lagos State University includes Basic Salary of CONUNASS 15, Housing facility and other benefits and allowances that apply to the Bursar in Nigerian Public Universities, as may be approved by the Governing Council, Lagos State University.

Application Closing Date
10th April, 2018.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit Twenty-Five (25) copies of their detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), providing information in the following order:

• Full Name
• Place and Date of Birth
• Nationality (if Nigerian, indicate State of Origin)
• Marital Status: Number and Ages of Children
• Academic Qualifications (including Class of Degree; copies of certificates to be enclosed)
• Professional Qualifications (copies of Certificates to be enclosed)
• Post-Graduation/Professional qualification employment
• Current Employment
• Name and Addresses of Three (3) Referees, who should be able to attest to the candidate's standing and abilities, professionally, managerially, morally as well as on character and integrity
• Contact Address (including telephone numbers and e-mail address)

Submission of Application
All applications are to be submitted under Confidential Cover, with the envelope marked "Post of Bursar, LASU" sealed, addressed and submitted to:
The Vice-Chancellor,
Vice-Chancellor’s Office,
Faculty of Science New Complex,
Lagos State University,
Badagry Expressway,
Ojo,
Lagos State.

Note: Shortlisted candidates will be-required to make themselves available for an interview with the Selection Board at a date that will be duly and formally conveyed to such candidates in writing.