Vice-Chancellor

Benson Idahosa University, Benin City, is a faith-based private University licensed by the Federal Government in February 2002. The vision of the University flows from the divine mandate of raising academics, professionals, and entrepreneurs committed to changing Nigeria for the better, by LEADING THE CHANGE.

The University runs both Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes and has recorded remarkable achievements in various areas of research and has great potential for the future.
The University operates a policy of zero tolerance for cultism, examination misconduct, harassment of any kind, and other unwholesome practices. The University demands that all its staff and students commit to the highest moral and ethical standards.

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

Job Title: Vice-Chancellor

Location: Benin City, Edo
Job Type: Full-Time

Preamble

• It is hereby notified for general information that a vacancy exists for the position of Vice-Chancellor of Benson Idahosa University, Benin City.
• The Governing Council, therefore, in accordance with the relevant sections of the University's Law and Statutes, has approved that appropriate machinery be set in motion for the selection of a suitably qualified candidate to fill this important vacancy.

Requirements

• The candidate must have a Ph.D. from a recognized University. In addition, he must have a good knowledge of Nigerian educational policy.
• The candidate should possess considerable administrative experience within the University system and must show demonstrable ability to attract funds to the University.
• A valid NYSC discharge certificate.
• The candidate must have been a Professor for not less than eight (8) years with an unbroken service within the University system during the period.
• Administrative Experience: Must have been in senior academic leadership at the level of Head of Department, Dean, Provost, Director, Deputy Vice-Chancellor or equivalent.
• The candidate must demonstrate academic excellence in terms of quality publications, teaching, innovation, credible community service, and proficiency in Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
• The candidate must be a person of courage and transparent honesty, who can take decisions on the merit of facts, equity, and patriotism and not on the basis of parochial interests or primordial pressures. Candidates should also be free from conflicts of interest.
• The candidate must have the highest moral standards, impeccable character, and proven integrity with irrevocable commitment to the best practices in corporate governance, with particular emphasis on accountability, transparency, and probity. He/she must ensure the judicious utilization of scarce resources for optimum public good.
• The candidate must have a good knowledge of university tradition and operation.
• The candidate must be able to command respect among his/her colleagues and peers and be able to motivate staff towards the achievement of the vision and mission of the University.
• The candidate must be firm and fair in decision-making and MUST FOLLOW DUE PROCESS in taking decisions.
• The candidate must be vast in research and should be able to encourage research development through research proposals.
• The candidate must have the ability to provide a conducive, aesthetic, and healthy environment for learning
• The candidate must have the ability to promote linkages with external bodies (locally and internationally).
• The candidate must enjoy good physical and mental health and be free from any inhibiting health condition.
• The candidate must have a strong spiritual (Christian) testimony.

Conditions for Service:

• Remuneration and other conditions of service are as determined by the Governing Council of the University and are highly attractive.