Deputy Vice Chancellor, Finance & Operations at Eagle HR Consultants

Job Summary

Reporting to the Vice Chancellor, this is a 3-year Fixed Term Contract whose role provides exemplary strategic leadership in the Finance & Operations Division overseeing four departments namely: Finance, ICT/Digital and Information Technology, Facilities Management, and Procurement.

Key Responsibilities

•  Oversee the development and implementation of sound financial policies, controls, and procedures that ensure the financial strength needed by the University to realize its mission and objectives.
• Lead a consultative and participatory process to develop and report to all governance organs on strategy, operating budget and research, fundraising, and projects.
• Drive the Digital & ICT strategy and coordination efforts to ensure the security of the University’s cyberspace.
• Direct, manage, and provide leadership in Facilities Management at strategic levels and monitor areas of Infrastructure, capital construction development projects, cafeteria, and Transport services.
• Oversee the procurement of goods and services to support the University’s delivery of services to both its external and internal customers.
• Serve on the Senior Leadership Team (Management Board) and be a strategic partner to the VC and the University, providing operational leadership in support of the University goals.
• Mentor, coach, and supervise direct reports.

Job Dimensions-Financial Responsibility

• Develop and Manage the University Finance and Operations Division Budget.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

• Doctor of Philosophy/ Doctor of Business Administration in the field of specialization from a recognized University
• Master’s degree in the field of specialization or related field.
• Bachelor’s Degree in the field of specialization or related field.
• Relevant professional qualification. ACCA, CPA.
• Member of a relevant professional body e.g ICPAK, ACCA
• Professional Leadership Certificates.
• Proficiency in Computer Applications.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Work Experience Required

• Over Thirteen (13) years of relevant experience with over five (5) years in management, three (3) of which should be at the senior management level.
• A track record of successful leadership, and experience from institutions of higher learning an advantage.