Registrar at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU)

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University is a Federal Government-owned tertiary Institution located in Bauchi, Bauchi State currently operating two (2) campuses at Yelwa and Gubi, respectively. The University is an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) driven and has cut a niche for itself in Science, Technology and Engineering courses nationally and internationally. It is envisioned to be a world class University committed to excellence in teaching and research, and the production of a generation of leaders, worthy in character; with passion for service and integrity. The University is committed to the advancement of knowledge in science and technology.

The Governing Council hereby invites applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates for appointment into the position below:

Job Title: Registrar

Location: Bauchi
Duration: 5 Years

The Registrar

• The Registrar, who is the Chief Administrative Officer and one of the Principal Officers of the University, shall be responsible to the Vice Chancellor for the day-to- day administration of the University.
• By virtue of his/her office, he/she shall be the Secretary to Council, Senate, Congregation and Convocation.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess at least second class degree (Lower Division) in Arts/Humanity or Social Sciences with a minimum of 15 years post qualification cognate experience in a University and must have served for at least three (3) years as Deputy Registrar.
• Proficiency in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) with relevant Management Packages is required.
• Possession of relevant higher degrees or postgraduate professional qualifications in the appropriate fields is an added advantage.
• The candidate should not be older than 60 years of age at the date of assumption of duty, and must be of good health and have a good understanding of vision and mission of the University.
• He/she shall have the ability to provide good leadership, possess personal integrity and demonstrate transparency in private and public life and be able to command respect and loyalty of staff.

Terms and Conditions of Service

• The remuneration and other conditions of service are as obtainable in the Federal Universities in Nigeria and as may be determined from time to time by the University Governing Council.
• The successful candidate shall hold the post of Registrar for a single term of 5 years.

Application Closing Date
27th December, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward thirty (30) copies of their Applications accompanied by thirty (30) copies of the candidate's detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) which should contain:

• The candidate's full name
• Date and place of birth
• Marital status
• Nationality
• Academic qualifications
• Working experience with dates and positions
• Merits and awards (if any)
• Membership of professional bodies
• List of academic publications (if any)
• Extracurricular activities and interests
• Names and addresses of three (3) referees, at least two (2) of whom should be competent enough to attest to the candidate's qualifications/academic standing and character

All applications and detailed Curriculum Vitae with copies of credentials attached should be sealed and marked at the top left-hand corner of the envelope "Post of University Registrar" should be addressed to and sent through a registered courier company to:
The Registrar and Secretary to Council,
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University,
P.M.B. 0248,
Bauchi State.

Note

• The referees should be contacted by the applicant to forward to the undersigned a confidential report on his/her character, academic and managerial abilities, and achievements in a sealed envelope marked at the top left corner, "Post of Registrar: Referee's Report." to the same address above.
• All applications shall be duly acknowledged. However, only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview, please.