Jobs at University of Professional Studies

• The Registrar is the Chief Administrative Officer of the University and responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administrative functions of the University in addition to any other duties specified in the University of Professional Studies Act, 20I 2 (Act 850) and the Statutes of the University
•  He/She is expected to provide leadership and management across a wide range of activities
•  The Registrar is also Secretary to the University Council and is responsible for providing secretarial services to all boards and committees of the University.

Qualification Required & Experience

Qualified applicants must possess:

•  A minimum of a Master’s Degree
•  Not less than twenty (20) years post graduate qualification working experience in an administrative position(s) at least eight (8) years of which is in a senior management position(s) or
•  Substantial Senior Management experience in a large, complex and decentralized organization preferably in an academic institution.

And

•  Must exhibit high leadership qualities and organizational skills
•  Strong intellect with excellent managerial, communication and interpersonal skills
•  Evidence of in-depth grasp and application of administrative systems and procedures Significant leadership experience at a senior level in a tertiary institution or other organization
•  Demonstrated ability to develop, articulate and implement strategic thrusts
•  An understanding of the history and evolution of universities, local higher education policy and practice
•  Commitment to the highest level of personal and professional integrity
•  Considerable experience in dealing with a wide variety of internal and external publics
•  Must have initiative and drive.

Terms of Appointment

•  Salaries and fringe benefits attached to the post are very attractive and will be specified in the instrument of appointment by the Council.

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•  The Director of Finance is the head of the Finance Directorate of the University and is under the Vice-Chancellor, responsible for the management of the finances of the

The Director of Finance is responsible for the following:

•  Preparation of consolidated accounts of the units of the University
•  Preparation of the financial statements for the university and subsidiaries, including liaising with the external Auditor and preparing analysis to enable the financial statements to be audited.
•  Delivery of a first class budgeting, financial reporting and accounting service for the University
•  Provision of financial leadership by ensuring that University management understands the financial implications of their decisions and actions
•  Ensuring that proper books of accounts and records of the University are kept in a manner and form required by the Council
•  Calling for and receiving moneys due to the University and make on behalf of the University the authorised payments
•  Sourcing for funds for the University
•  Working with the University management to prepare business strategies, financial plans and deliver against budgets

Qualification Required & Experience

The applicant must:

•  Hold a Master’s Degree in Finance or Accounting
•  Be a Chartered Accountant
•  Have a minimum of ten (10) years post professional qualification working experience And
•  Be a distinguished professional with capacity to motivate and direct staff;
•  Be above reproach and must exhibit a high sense of industry, leadership qualities and organizational skills, possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
•  Have served in a University or an analogous institution, or in a reputable and recognised practicing firm, industry, commerce and/or public sector in a managerial position

Terms of Appointment

• Salaries and fringe benefits attached to the post are very attractive and will be specified in the instrument of appointment by the Council.