Bursar at the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo (FUHSO)

The Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo (FUHSO) is Nigeria's first dedicated Federal University of Health Sciences, established on 7th June 2019, with its Governing Council and Principal Officers appointed on 12th May 2020. The Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo aspires to be a globally recognized leader in health sciences education, research, and innovation. Vision: To be a world-class institution for learning, scientific research, and innovation, producing the next generation of healthcare professionals. Mission: To train highly skilled medical and allied health professionals through integrated education, professional skill development, and research, providing access to high-quality healthcare services.

In accordance with the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo (FUHSO) (Establishment) Act 2022, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria and the Conditions and Scheme of Service for Senior Staff, the Governing Council has approved that the position of Bursar be advertised. Applications are therefore, invited from candidates with requisite qualifications and experience to fill the position below:

Job Title: Bursar

Location: Otukpo, Benue

Duties

• The Bursar is the Chief Financial Officer of the University and is responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administration and control of the financial affairs of the University.

Qualities and Qualifications
Candidates must possess the following:

• A minimum of First Degree in Accounting, Economics or Business Administration from a recognized university;
• Membership of any of the following Professional Accounting bodies:
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria
  • Association of National Accountants of Nigeria
  • Association of Certified Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ACCA)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants of United Kingdom, Scotland or Ireland (UK)
  • Institute of Cost and Management Association
• Must have at least, a minimum of 17 years working experience in a University or similar Institution; Fifteen (15) of which must be in University Bursary;
• Must be serving officer not below the rank of Deputy Bursar in the University system;
• Must not be above the age of sixty (60) years on the 12th May, 2025.
• Be of good health, sound judgment, pleasant disposition, and unassailable integrity.
• Candidates may please note that Possession of relevant higher degrees or postgraduate qualifications in related disciplines and proficiency in ICT will be an added advantage.

Conditions of Service

• The appointment is for a single tenure of five (5) years only. 
• Salary and other benefits shall be as approved by the Federal Government and the Governing Council of the University.

Application Closing Date
7th April, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward fifteen (15) copies of their typed applications, detailed Curriculum Vitae and photocopies of credentials duly signed and dated. The Curriculum Vitae should at least, include these details:

• Name (Surname First)
• Date and Place of Birth, Nationality
• Marital Status
• Current and Permanent Home Address
• Educational Institutions Attended (and Qualifications) with Dates
• Working Experience
• Present Post and Salary.

The applications should bear "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF BURSAR" and submitted under confidential cover directly to:
The Vice-Chancellor,
Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo (FUHSO),
P.M.B 145,
Otukpo, Benue State.

Note

• Candidates should request their referees to send the confidential reports in a sealed envelope marked Post of BURSAR: "Referees Report" at the top left hand corner of the envelope and sent to the address above.
• Candidates should also include the names and addresses of three (3) referees who must be in a position to attest to the applicant's character, professional and administrative abilities.
• Applications and referees report should reach the Vice-Chancellor before the deadline.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the selection interview.