Director, Physical Planning Unit at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU)

The Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, ATBU, Bauchi was established in 1980 as the Federal University of Technology (FUT), Bauchi, located in the North Eastern part of Nigeria with Dr. Jerome Udoji and Professor A. O. Adekola as the pioneer Pro-Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor respectively, while Alh. Adamu Aliyu was the first Registrar of the University.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Director, Physical Planning Unit

Location: Bauchi

Job Description

• The Director of the physical planning unit is responsible for the overall planning and development of the university's physical infrastructure, including buildings, roads, parks, gardens, and utilities.
• The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and direction for the Physical Planning Unit, ensuring the design of a safe, functional, and conducive to learning envoronment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Physical Planning Unit.
• Develop and implement the university's physical development, master plans, and policies.
• Coordinate the preparation of master plans, and detailed designs, for university projects.
• Manage the unit's budget and resources.
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff in the Physical Planning Unit.

Requirements

• At least a second-class lower, honors degree in a relevant field (e.g., Architecture, Urban and Regional Planning, Civil Engineering).
• A minimum of 15 years of post-qualification experience in physical planning, architecture, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a senior management position in a university or similar institution.
• Proven experience in managing physical infrastructure development in a university or similar institution.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. v. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Registration with relevant professional bodies (e.g., Nigerian Institute of Architects, Nigerian Institute of Town Planners).

Conditions of Service

• The successful candidate will be appointed for a single term of four (4) years and entitled to the benefits and allowances approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Governing Council as the case may be.

Application Closing Date
3rd March, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward thirty (30) word-processed applications and thirty (30) copies of detailed Curriculum Vitae with copies of credentials highlight the following:

• Full Name (Surname first in capital letters)
• Place and Date of Birth
• Nationality
• State of Origin & Local Government Area
• Permanent Home Address
• Present postal Address/GSM Numbers/E-mail Address
• Marital Status
• Educational Institutions Attended with Dates
• Academic Qualifications Obtained with Dates
• Professional Qualifications Obtained with Dates
• Working Experience including full details of former and present post(s)
• Full details of service to the Nation and immediate community where applicable
• List of Publications where applicable
• Honours/Distinctions
• Extra-Curricular Activities
• Names and addresses of three referees.

All applications and detailed Curriculum Vitae with copies of credentials should be sealed and marked at the top left-hand corner of the envelope addressed and sent through a courier with the title of the position applied for to:
The Registrar,
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University,
P.M.B. 0248 Gubi campus,
Ningi-Kano Road,
Bauchi State.

Note

• Candidates should also request their three Referees to separately send reports on them, under confidential cover, direct to the same address above. The Referees should also be informed to indicate the position applied for.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
• The university reserves the right to verify any information provided by candidates.
• Applicants should not be over sixty (60) years old when applying.