Nnamdi Azikiwe University came into being as an offshoot of the defunct Anambra State University of Technology (ASUTECH). ASUTECH which was established through Law No. 7 of 30th July 1980 by the Government of the old Anambra operated as a multi-campus university, with campuses in Abakiliki, Enugu, Awka and Nnewi.
In 1991, following the split of the old Anambra State into Anambra and Enugu States, the Awka and Nnewi campuses of the former ASUTECH were constituent into Nnamdi Azikiwe University by the Anambra State Edict No.5 of November 26 1991. Nnamdi Azikiwe University was taken over by the Federal Government by Decree No. 34 of July 15, 1992. The enabling law of the University empowers the Senate to, inter alia , make provisions for:
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The establishment, organisation and control of Campuses, Colleges, Faculties, Departments, Schools, Institutes and other teaching and research units of the University and allocation of responsibility for different branches of learning;
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The organisation and control of courses of study at the University and of examinations held in conjunction with those courses, including the appointment of examiners both internal and external;
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The award of degrees and such other qualifications as may be prescribed in conjunction with examinations held as aforesaid.
The post of the Registrar of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University , will become vacant soon. Consequently, applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for the below position.
Job Title: Registrar
Duties of UNIZIK Registrar.
The Registrar is the Chief Administrative Officer of the University. He/she will be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administration of the University except with regard to financial matters.
The Registrar is, by virtue of his Office, the Secretary to the Governing Council, the Senate, the Congregation and the Convocation of the University. He/she shall, in addition, perform any other duties as may be directed by the Vice-Chancellor or the Governing Council.
UNIZIK Registrar Vacancy – Qualifications.
The candidate(s) for the position must possess a good degree from a recognized University. He/she must be computer literate, and acquisition of some formal training in the management of higher education as well as possession of higher Degree(s) will be an advantage.
Candidate(s) for the position of Registrar should be of good health and pleasant disposition. He/she must possess the qualities of sound judgement, dependability and unassailable integrity.
UNIZIK Registrar Vacancy – Experience.
The candidate(s) for the position of Registrar must have had, at least, eighteen (18) years post-qualification cognate experience in a University, at least three of which must be at the level of Deputy Registrar. He/she must possess adequate leadership experience.
UNIZIK Registrar Vacancy – Salary and Other Conditions.
The salary and the conditions applicable to Registrars in Federal Universities and as may be reviewed from time to time will apply.
UNIZIK Registrar Vacancy – Method of Application.
Qualified interested persons should submit twenty (20) copies of their applications, credentials and curriculum vitae stating the following:
i. Name of Candidate (Surname first)
ii. Sex (Gender)
iii. Date of Birth (including Month and Year)
iv. Marital Status
v. Number and Ages of Children
vi. Nationality
vii. State of Origin
viii. Local Government Area
ix. Permanent Home Address
x. School(s) Attended (with dates)
xi. Qualifications Obtained (with dates)
xii. Working Experiences
xiii. List of Publications, if any, (with dates)
xiv. Extra-Curricular Activities
xv. Present Position with Salary
xvi. Names and Addresses of three (3) referees (including their phone numbers)
NOTE: Candidates should request their referees to submit confidential reports on them.
The applications with all relevant attachments shall be submitted in a large envelop clearly marked “POSITION OF REGISTRAR” at the top left hand corner and addressed to:
The Vice-Chancellor,
Nnamdi Azikiwe University,
P.M.B. 5025,
Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria
to reach him not later than six (6) weeks from the date of this publication – 19th October, 2015.
MSG Team.
