Vice-Chancellor at Bayero University, Kano

Bayero University has evolved from a small college running Advanced Level training programmes to one of the respected Nigerian Universities, recognized beyond the shores of the country. The seed of Bayero University, Kano was the Ahmadu Bello College set up in 1960, located within the School for Arabic Studies (SAS), in the old city of Kano. With the establishment of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, in 1962, it was renamed Abdullahi Bayero College. In 1964 it moved to a temporary site at the old Kano Airport Hotel, admitting its first set of ten undergraduate students for a B.A. degree programme of Ahmadu Bello University.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position below:

Job Title: Vice-Chancellor

Location: Kano

Responsibilities
The Vice-Chancellor is the Chief Executive and Academic Officer of the University, an ex-officio member of the Governing Council, and Chairman of the Senate. The Vice-Chancellor's responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Providing strategic leadership and vision for the University
• Advising the Governing Council on matters affecting the finance and administration of the institution
• Overseeing the efficient management of the University and ensuring compliance with laws, statutes, and regulations
• Maintaining peac order, and discipline within the University community 
• Regulating student admissions in accordance with Senate-approved guidelines and statutory provisions.

Qualifications and Requirements
Academic Excellence: 

• Possess a PhD. from a recognized university 
• Hold the rank of Professor for at least five (5) years 
• Have a distinguished academic record with significant contributions to research and scholarship.

Leadership and Administrative Experience: 

• Demonstrate proven experience in managing human and material resources effectively 
• Exhibit strong leadership skills with the ability to drive academic and administrative excellence.

Integrity and Character: 

• Be a person of impeccable integrity, sound moral character, and unquestionable honesty 
• Be physically and mentally fit, with the capacity to withstand the demands of the office.

National and International Recognition: 

• Be widely respected within the academic community, both nationally and internationally 
• Possess a track record of inspiring respect, loyalty and confidence among staff and students.

Visionary Leadership: 

• Have a clear vision for the continuous development of the University, even in the face of resource constraints 
• Be committed to upholding and advancing the University's mission, vision, and core values.

Merit and Objectivity: 

• Be a person who operates strictly on merit, demonstrating independence of thought and resistance to undue pressure.

Technological Proficiency: 

• Be proficient in the use of ICT for modern university administration and academic engagement. 

Age Requirement: 

• Must not be more than 65 years old at the time of assumption of duty. 

Condition of Service

• The Vice-Chancellor shall serve a single term of five (5) years. The remuneration and other conditions of service are as applicable Nigerian Federal Universities and/or as approved by the Governing Council from time to time.

Application Closing Date
9th May, 2025.

Method of Application
Each application should be made in 25 copies and accompanied by 25 copies of the applicant's current Curriculum Vitae, duly signed and dated. The Curriculum Vitae must include: 

• Full name 
• Age 
• Marital status 
• Educational attainment 
• Nationality 
• Professional and academic achievements 
• Any other relevant information.

All Applications, Curriculum Vitae, and, if available, Referee Reports should be addressed and submitted under confidential cover, in sealed envelope(s) marked "Vice-Chancellor" at the top left-hand corner to:
The Registrar & Secretary to Council,
Bayero University,
PMB 3011,
New Campus, Gwarzo Road,
Kano, Kano State.

Note

• Candidates should provide 25 copies of a statement detailing the candidate's vision and mission for the University in the 21st century.
• Applicants should include the names and addresses of three referees:
  • At least one should attest to the applicant's academic standing. 
  • Another should testify to the applicant's moral character and integrity. 
  • Applicants should request each referee to send a confidential report directly to the Pro- Chancellor. The report should be in a sealed envelope marked "Referee's Report for Applicant for the Position of Vice-Chancellor" at the top left-hand corner.