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Kwara State University · Kwara

Kwara State UniversityKwaraPosted 6 November 2026

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Kwara, Nigeria
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Location: Malete, Kwara

Duties

The Bursar is a Principal Officer and the Chief Financial Officer of the University responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administration and control of the financial affairs of the University.

He/ she should provide the University Management with appropriate advice and support for all of the institution's financial transactions including investments.

Qualifications

Applicants must possess:

A good honours degree in Accounting/other finance related courses from a recognised University

Membership of at least one of the underlisted professional bodies:

(a) Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) (b) Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN) (c) Chartered Association of Certified Accountants (ACCA) (d) Institute of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) (e) Chartered Institute of Cost and Management Accountants (ICMA)

At least fifteen (15) years of work experience in the 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.

Applicants must be Information and Communication Technology (ICT) compliant

A command of respect and ability to provide leadership and offer appropriate advice on matters affecting the University.

Tenure

The successful candidate shall hold office for a term of five years respectively with eligibility for reappointment for a second term of five (5) years only.

Remuneration

The Bursar will be entitled to the salary and other conditions of service as applicable to the position in a Nigerian public university as may be approved by the Governing Council of the Kwara State University, Malete.

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate

How to apply

Interested and qualified candidates should forward ten (10) copies of their applications and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae attaching copies of relevant credentials under confidential cover in an envelope sealed and marked "POST OF (PREFERRED POSITION)" at the top right corner and addressed to:

The Vice-Chancellor,

Kwara State University, Malete,

P.M.B.1530,

Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria.

The applications must also be sent as e-mail with relevant attachments to: vicechancellor@kwasu.edu.ng

Note

Applicants are advised to request three (3) referees to forward confidential report on them to the Vice Chancellor, Kwara State University, Malete through e-mail to: vicechancellor@kwasu.edu.ng

Applications should be sent out not later than 12 noon.

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