- Company: Kwara State University (KWASU)
- Location: Malete, Kwara State, Nigeria
- Job type: Full-time
- Salary: Salary and conditions of service applicable to the position in a Nigerian public university, as approved by the Governing Council
- Deadline: 18th December, 2026, not later than 12 noon
About the role
Kwara State University (KWASU) is a public state research university located in Malete, Kwara State. The university is seeking a Bursar to serve as its Chief Financial Officer. This is a Principal Officer position responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administration and control of the university’s financial affairs. The role involves providing management with advice and support for all financial transactions, including investments. The successful candidate will hold office for a term of five years, with eligibility for one reappointment for a second five-year term.
Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day administration and control of the university’s financial affairs.
- Provide the University Management with appropriate advice and support for all financial transactions, including investments.
- Offer leadership and appropriate advice on matters affecting the University.
Requirements
- A good honours degree in Accounting or other finance-related courses from a recognised University.
- Membership of at least one professional body: ICAN, ANAN, ACCA, CPA, or ICMA.
- At least fifteen (15) years of work experience in a University as an accountant, five (5) of which must be as a Deputy Bursar.
- A clear understanding of the roles and nature of university finances in the new global century.
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT) compliance.
- A command of respect and ability to provide leadership.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward ten (10) copies of their applications and a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, attaching copies of relevant credentials. These must be under confidential cover in an envelope sealed and marked “POST OF BURSAR” at the top right corner. The physical application should be addressed to: The Vice-Chancellor, Kwara State University, Malete, P.M.B.1530, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria.
The application must also be sent as an email with relevant attachments to: vicechancellor@kwasu.edu.ng.
Applicants are advised to request three (3) referees to forward a confidential report on them to the Vice Chancellor, Kwara State University, Malete, through email to vicechancellor@kwasu.edu.ng.
The application closing date is 18th December, 2026, not later than 12 noon.
Apply by email: vicechancellor@kwasu.edu.ng
