REDEEMER’S UNIVERSITY (RUN) HOTTEST JOB

The post of the Vice-Chancellor of the Redeemer’s University, (RUN). Redemption Camp, Mowe, Km. 46, Lagos/lbadan Expressway, Ogun State, will become vacant by 1st August, 2011. In accordance with the provisions of the Redeemer’s University Law (July 2003), the Board of Trustees of the University wishes to commence the process of filling the vacancy. Consequently, applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position. Interested candidates are requested to note the following information about the University:

THE UNIVERSITY

The Redeemer’s University (RUN) is a private University established by the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG). It was granted an operating license by the Federal Government of Nigeria on 7th January, 2005 and academic activities commenced in October, 2005. The University took off with academic programmes in three Colleges namely, Humanities, Management Sciences and Natural Sciences. Other programmes are to commence in the second and third phases of the development of the University. They include: Engineering. Law, Agriculture, Veterinary Medicine, Environmental Sciences, Medicine and Pharmacy. The University currently has a student population of 2.500. It has already produced two sets of graduates.
The University has become a pacesetter, as evidenced by the quality of her graduates. In keeping with its vision, RUN is working to become one of the best Universities, that will positively impact the society,

OUR VISION
To establish a University that will cater adequately for the academic and moral development of its students, irrespective of their gender; nationality; race, tribe or religious leaning.

VICE- CHANCELLOR
THE POSITION
The Vice-Chancellor is the Chief Executive and Academic Officer of the University and ex-officio Chairman of the Senate and Member of Council. He shall exercise general supervision over the University and shall have general responsibility to the Board of Trustees and Council for maintaining and promoting the efficiency and good order of the University. It shall be the duty of the Vice-Chancellor to see that the provisions of the Law and Statute, Ordinances and Regulations of the University are observed.

THE CANDIDATE
The candidate for the post of Vice-Chancellor is required to possess a good University education and should be a proven successful manager of human and material resources.
Specifically, the candidate must:
Be a distinguished scholar of the rank of Professor with the ability to provide academic and administrative leadership for the University
Through his/her track record, command the respect of both the national and international academic communities
Possess the ability to strengthen relationships among students, staff, and other members of the University community, and the general population and community
Have a feasible plan for the development of the University, in line with the set vision of the University, and possess the drive and ability to attract funds and strengthen linkages with other Universities, national and international, communities
Be in excellent physical and mental health
Be a person of integrity and courage, able to defend and uphold the academic independence of the University

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE APPLICABLE TO THE POST
The Vice-Chancellor shall hold office for four 4 years in the first instance and shall be eligible for re-appointment for a second term of three 3 years on such terms and conditions as may be specified in the letter of appointment. The remuneration and other conditions of service are as applicable to the post of Vice-Chancellor in Nigerian Federal Universities, with appropriate additional conditions. as may be determined from time to time by Board of Trustees/Governing Council.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Each application should be made in twenty (20) copies and be accompanied by 20 copies of the candidate’s curriculum vitae duly signed and dated. The curriculum vitae should be presented in the following order:
Name in Full (Surname first and in capitals); 2. Post Desired, ; 3. Place and Date of Birth, State of Origin and Nationality; 4. Marital Status/Number and. Ages of Children; 5. Current Posta II Contact Address (With Phone No. and e-mail address); 6. Permanent Address; 7. Institutions Attended (with dates); 8. Educational Qualifications (with dates); 9. Professional Qualifications (with dates); 10. Membership of Professional Bodies; 11. Distinctions and Awards (With dates); 12. Statement of Work Experience including full details of former and present posts; 13. Post-graduate Supervision; 14. Major Academic related services to the Nation outside the University System;
15. Important Academic Conferences/ Workshops/ Courses Attended;
16. Publications {Thesis, Books/ Monographs, Published Articles};
17. Technical Reports; 18. Present Employment Status, Salary and Employer; 19. Extra-Curricular Activities; 20. Names and Addresses of 3 Referees (one of whom must be in candidate’s field of study).

Each application should include the names and addresses of three referees. Each referee should be contacted by the applicant to forward, direct to the Chairman, Board of Trustees, a confidential report on the candidate’s character, academic and managerial abilities in a properly sealed envelope marked Post of Vice-Chancellor: Referee’s Report at the top left hand corner of the envelope.
Each application must be accompanied by 20 copies of statement of the candidate’s vision for the University.
In the case of candidates identified by the Search Team, the application shall conform to the requirements in the method of application stated above.

TO APPLY
All applications and supporting documents shall be submitted by hand under confidential cover addressed to:
The Chairman, Board of Trustees (BOT),
c/o Office of the Registrar
Redeemer’s University
Redemption City,
OgunState.

Or by mail
The Chairman, Board of Trustees (BOT) Redeemer’s University
P.M.B.3005
Redemption City,
Mowe, Ogun State.

The sealed envelope(s) containing the applications or nominations should be marked POST OF VICE-CHANCELLOR at the top left hand corner and forwarded to reach the Chairman, not later than 21st February, 2011.
Candidates should please note that only those who are shortlisted will be contacted.