The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), has announced a vacancy for the position of Vice-Chancellor following the impending expiration of the tenure of the current Vice-Chancellor.

The announcement, issued by the Office of the Registrar, invites suitably qualified and distinguished academics to apply for the position in line with the provisions of the Universities (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, as amended.

About the University

Founded in 1980, the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, is one of Nigeria’s leading federal universities of technology. The institution is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and the advancement of technological innovation for national development.

The Position

The Vice-Chancellor is the Chief Executive and Academic Officer of the University. He or she is responsible to the University Council and Senate for the day-to-day administration of the institution and the implementation of its academic and administrative policies.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Applicants for the position of Vice-Chancellor must:

Be a distinguished professor of high academic standing with a strong record of teaching, research, and community service.

Possess a Ph.D. degree from a recognized university.

Have at least ten (10) years of post-professorial experience in a university or comparable institution.

Demonstrate proven administrative and leadership ability, including experience in university management.

Be a person of integrity with sound moral character and good physical and mental health.

Show the capacity to attract research grants and foster local and international collaborations.

Be able to provide visionary leadership and promote harmony among staff and students.

Not be more than sixty-five (65) years of age at the time of assuming office.

Tenure and Conditions of Service

The Vice-Chancellor shall hold office for a single term of five (5) years only. The conditions of service shall be as applicable to Vice-Chancellors of Federal Universities and as may be determined by the Federal Government and the Governing Council of the University.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates are required to:

Submit twenty (20) copies of their application, accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae.

Provide a statement of vision and mission for the University, not exceeding 1,000 words.

Include the names and addresses of three referees, who should forward confidential reports directly to the Registrar.

All applications should be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “Post of Vice-Chancellor” at the top left-hand corner and addressed to:

The Registrar and Secretary to Council

Federal University of Technology, Owerri

P.M.B. 1526, Owerri

Imo State, Nigeria.

The advertisement notes that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and that applications must be received within the stipulated period from the date of publication.