Become UNILAG's Next Registrar: Application Details Inside

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) invites applications for the position of Registrar, which will become vacant on Saturday, 1st February 2025.

This is an opportunity for qualified candidates to apply for a key administrative role at one of Nigeria’s leading universities.

About the University of Lagos

The University of Lagos was established in 1962 by an Act of Parliament to promote learning and academic excellence.

Located in the lively city of Lagos, the university operates from its main campus in Akoka, with additional campuses in Yaba and Idi-Araba.

The university caters to over 58,927 students, including both full-time and part-time students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

UNILAG is known for its reputation in producing outstanding graduates.

The university has one College, 12 Faculties, six Institutes, 19 Research Centres, and three World Bank Centres of Excellence.

UNILAG is recognised as “The University of First Choice and the Nation’s Pride.”

Role and Responsibilities of the Registrar

The Registrar is a Principal Officer and the Chief Administrative Officer of the university.

This role involves responsibility for the day-to-day administration of the university, excluding financial matters handled by the Bursar.

The Registrar also serves as the Secretary to the University Council, Senate, Convocation, and Congregation.

The ideal candidate will have strong academic distinction, managerial ability, and integrity.

The role demands dynamic leadership and the ability to build strong relationships within the university community.

Candidates must be team players with a clear vision of a 21st-century university registry.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Candidates must possess the following qualifications:

• A good Honour’s degree and an NYSC discharge certificate or evidence of exemption.
• A higher degree and membership in a recognised professional body are added advantages.
• At least 15 years of post-qualification administrative experience.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in a senior management position within a university or comparable institution.

Candidates must be under 60 years of age by 1st February 2025.

The successful candidate should demonstrate a commitment to sustaining and improving the university’s development vision.

Terms of Appointment

The successful candidate will serve for a term of five years.

An additional year may be granted subject to satisfactory performance, as determined by the University’s Governing Council.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit 25 copies of their application, including a Curriculum Vitae, Credentials, and a Vision Statement for the position.

The Curriculum Vitae should include:

1. Full name (Surname first)
2. Place and date of birth
3. Nationality/State/Local Government
4. Marital status
5. Name of spouse and details of children (if applicable)
6. Current address
7. Permanent home address
8. Email and phone number(s)
9. Institutions attended with dates
10. Degrees obtained with dates and distinctions
11. Work experience with dates
12. Registry experience with achievements
13. Other relevant activities
14. Proposed start date
15. Names and contact details of three referees

Vision Statement

Applicants must provide a vision statement of not more than 1,000 words outlining their goals for the Registry over the next five years.

Submission Details

Applications should be sent under confidential cover with the envelope marked “POST OF REGISTRAR, UNILAG” to:

The Ag. Registrar and Secretary to Council,
5th Floor, Senate House,
University of Lagos,
Lagos, Nigeria.

Applicants should also log on to the UNILAG Recruitment Portal to complete the online application.

The printed online form should be included with the hard copy submission.

Deadline for Applications

Applications must be submitted no later than six weeks from the date of this publication.

The Governing Council reserves the right to extend the closing date or re-advertise the position if necessary.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussions.

For more details, visit the official UNILAG website.

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