The Vice Chancellor Vacancy has been officially announced by the Federal University Otuoke (FUOTUOKE), located in Bayelsa State, Nigeria.
The Governing Council invites qualified candidates to apply for the position, which will soon become vacant. This process follows the Federal University Otuoke (Establishment) Act 2015 and the Universities (Miscellaneous Provisions) Acts of 1993, 2003, and 2012.
The University seeks an experienced academic leader to guide its vision, ensure academic excellence, and strengthen collaboration across departments and the community.
About the Position
The Vice Chancellor serves as the Chief Executive and Academic Officer of the University. The position also includes being Chairman of Senate and a member of the Governing Council.
Main Duties
The Vice Chancellor will:
- Advise the Governing Council on policy, finance, and administration.
- Maintain discipline and good conduct within the University.
- Ensure compliance with statutes, ordinances, and regulations.
- Oversee student admissions under Senate-approved guidelines.
- Promote growth and high academic standards across all programmes.
Candidate Requirements
Applicants for the FUOTUOKE Vice Chancellor Vacancy must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a good university degree, including a PhD.
- Be a Professor with at least six years of experience at that rank.
- Demonstrate strong leadership qualities and administrative competence.
- Show evidence of academic excellence and personal integrity.
- Be skilled in the use of ICT tools for modern university administration.
- Support the University’s mission and maintain positive relationships across the academic community.
- Be physically and mentally fit for office.
- Be not older than 65 years at the time of assuming duty.
Tenure and Conditions of Service
The successful candidate will be appointed for one non-renewable term of five years.
Salary and conditions of service are in line with those approved for Vice Chancellors of Federal Universities in Nigeria and subject to government and Council policies.
Method of Application
Applicants are to submit 25 copies of their application, each with a signed and dated curriculum vitae detailing:
- Full name, date of birth, nationality, contact details, and education.
- Academic qualifications and professional record.
- Key appointments, publications, completed postgraduate supervision, and community service.
- Copies of degree, NYSC, and relevant certificates.
Each applicant must include three referees, who should send their confidential reports directly to the Registrar, in sealed envelopes marked “Post of Vice-Chancellor: Referee’s Report” at the top left-hand corner.
Applicants must also attach 25 copies of a vision statement (not more than 500 words) outlining their ideas for advancing the University.
Candidates identified through the University’s internal search process must follow the same procedure and attach a signed letter of consent.
Submission Details
Applications, under confidential cover, should be addressed to:
The Registrar and Secretary to Council
Federal University Otuoke
Bayelsa State, Nigeria
The envelope should be clearly marked “Post of Vice-Chancellor” at the top left-hand corner and must reach the Registrar within six weeks from the date of this advertisement.
For more details, applicants can read the full document at Federal University Otuoke Vacancy Announcement (PDF).
