Academic Qualifications
Earned Doctorate (PhD) from a recognized university in: o Business Administration o Finance, Accounting, Economics o Management, Public Administration, or a related field
A Master's degree in a relevant discipline is mandatory.
Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, CIMA, CIA, or equivalent will be an added advantage.
Proffessional Experience
Minimum of 10 - 15 years' relevant work experience, with at least 5 years in senior management in a university or comparable institution.
Proven experience in: o Financial management and budgeting o Human resource administration o Procurement and asset management o Policy development and institutional governance
Demonstrated experience working with University Councils/Boards and regulatory bodies
Leadership Management Competencies
Strong strategic leadership and decision-making abilities.
Proven capacity to manage large, diverse teams.
Ability to develop and implement institutional policies and strategic plans.
High level of integrity, accountability, and ethical leadership.
Finance Sadmin Skills
Demonstrated expertise in: o Budget preparation and financial controls o Audits and compliance with statutory regulations o Revenue generation and resource mobilization
Strong knowledge of public finance laws, university financial regulations, and internal control systems.
Experience in ERP systems and modern financial management tools