The Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, ATBU, Bauchi was established in 1980 as the Federal University of Technology (FUT), Bauchi, located in the North Eastern part of Nigeria with Dr. Jerome Udoji and Professor A. O. Adekola as the pioneer Pro-Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor respectively, while Alh. Adamu Aliyu was the first Registrar of the University.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the positions below:
Job Title: Director, Procurement
Location: Bauchi
Job Description
- The Director of Procurement shall serve as the Head, Procurement Unit of the University.
- He will be responsible for leading the procurement function of the university, ensuring compliance with the Public Procurement Act 2007 and other relevant regulations.
Responsibilities
- Providing strategic leadership for the procurement function of the university.
- Developing and implementing procurement policies and procedures in line with the Public Procurement Act 2007.
- Managing the procurement process, including planning, tendering, evaluation, and contract management.
- Ensuring compliance with procurement regulations and standards
- Collaborating with other departments to ensure effective procurement planning and execution.
- Providing training and capacity building for procurement staff.
- Managing the university’s procurement budget and ensuring value for money.
Requirements
Applicants must possess the following qualifications and experience:
- A minimum of second-class lower honors degree in a relevant field (e.g., Accounting, Purchasing and Supply, Business Administration, Economics).
- At least 10 years of post-qualification experience in procurement, with at least 5 years in a senior management position.
- Proficiency certification on procurement from the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP).
- Certification in procurement from one of the SPESSE Centres of Excellence in Nigeria.
- Strong understanding of the Public Procurement Act 2007 and other relevant procurement regulations.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Conditions of Service
- The successful candidate will be appointed for a single term of four (4) years and entitled to the benefits and allowances approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Governing Council as the case may be.
Job Title: Director, University Farm
Location: Bauchi
Job Summary
- The Director, of University Farm, is responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction for the university’s farm, ensuring the effective management of farm operations, and promoting agricultural research, teaching, and extension services and agri- business entrepreneurship.
- The successful candidate will oversee the management of the university’s farm facilities, including crop and livestock production, and ensure the farm’s contribution to the university’s revenue generation.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for the university farm.
- Oversee the management of farm operations, including crop and livestock production.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures for farm management.
- Promote agricultural research, teaching, and extension services.
- Initiate innovative approaches to establishing agri-business
- ventures.
- Collaborate with academic departments to integrate farm operations with teaching and research.
- Supervise and evaluate the performance of farm staff.
- Manage the budget and resources of the university farm.
Requirements
- A minimum of a second-class lower honors Degree in Agriculture with a specialization in Animal or crop Science.
- Evidence of current registration with a relevant professional body is an added advantage.
- A minimum 15 years of post-qualification experience in agricultural management, with at least 3 as Deputy Director in a University Farm.
- Proven experience in managing farm operations, including crop and livestock production.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Conditions of Service
- The successful candidate will be appointed for a single term of four (4) years and entitled to the benefits and allowances approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Governing Council as the case may be.
Job Title: Director, Medical Services
Location: Bauchi
Job Description
- The Director of Medical Services is responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction for the university’s medical services, ensuring the provision of high-quality medical care to students, staff, and the university community.
- The successful candidate will oversee the management of the university’s health facilities, including the University Health Centre, clinics, and other medical facilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for the university’s medical services.
- Oversee the management of the university’s health facilities. iii. Develop and implement policies and procedures for medical services.
- Coordinate the provision of medical care to students, staff, and the university community.
- Supervise and evaluate the performance of medical staff.
- Collaborate with external healthcare providers and regulatory bodies.
- Manage the budget and resources of the medical services department.
Requirements
- MBBS+NYSC or evidence of exemption.
- Evidence of current registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
- Professional certification in Medicine (e.g., FWACP, FMCP, FRCP).
- A minimum of 15 years of post-qualification experience in medical practice with at least three (3) years satisfactory service as Chief Medical Officer in a University or Teaching Hospital.
- Proven experience in managing medical services in a university or similar institution.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Conditions of Service
- The successful candidate will be appointed for a single term of four (4) years and entitled to the benefits and allowances approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Governing Council as the case may be.
Job Title: Director, Audit
Location: Bauchi
Job Description
- The Director of audit is responsible for leading the university’s audit function and ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
- The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and direction for the audit department and ensure that the university’s financial and operational activities are conducted in accordance with relevant laws, regulations, and standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for the audit department.
- Develop and implement the university’s audit strategy and plans. iii. Conduct risk-based audits of the university’s financial and operational activities.
- Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
- Assure the reliability and accuracy of financial reporting.
- Collaborate with external auditors and regulatory bodies.
- Supervise and evaluate the performance of audit staff.
Requirements
- At least a second-class lower honors degree in Accounting or a related field.
- Professional certification in Accounting or Auditing (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIA, ICAN, ANAN).
- A minimum 15 years of post-qualification experience in auditing, with at least 5 years in a senior management position in a university or similar institution.
- Proven experience in leading audit functions in a university or similar institution.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Conditions of Service
- The successful candidate will be appointed for a single term of four (4) years and entitled to the benefits and allowances approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Governing Council as the case may be.
Job Title: Director, Physical Planning Unit
Location: Bauchi
Job Description
- The Director of the physical planning unit is responsible for the overall planning and development of the university’s physical infrastructure, including buildings, roads, parks, gardens, and utilities.
- The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and direction for the Physical Planning Unit, ensuring the design of a safe, functional, and conducive to learning envoronment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Physical Planning Unit.
- Develop and implement the university’s physical development, master plans, and policies.
- Coordinate the preparation of master plans, and detailed designs, for university projects.
- Manage the unit’s budget and resources.
- Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff in the Physical Planning Unit.
Requirements
- At least a second-class lower, honors degree in a relevant field (e.g., Architecture, Urban and Regional Planning, Civil Engineering).
- A minimum of 15 years of post-qualification experience in physical planning, architecture, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a senior management position in a university or similar institution.
- Proven experience in managing physical infrastructure development in a university or similar institution.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. v. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Registration with relevant professional bodies (e.g., Nigerian Institute of Architects, Nigerian Institute of Town Planners).
Conditions of Service
- The successful candidate will be appointed for a single term of four (4) years and entitled to the benefits and allowances approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Governing Council as the case may be.
Job Title: Director, Works and Services
Location: Bauchi
Job Description
- The Director, Works and Services, is responsible for managing and maintaining the university’s physical infrastructure, including buildings, roads, utilities, gardens, parks and landscape.
- The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and direction for the Works and Services Department, ensuring that the university’s physical environment is safe, functional, and conducive to learning.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Works and Services Department.
- Plan, organize, and supervise the maintenance and repair of university buildings, roads, and utilities, gardens, landscape and parks.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures for the management of the university’s physical infrastructure.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure that the university’s physical environment is safe and functional.
- Manage the department’s budget and resources.
- Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff in the Works and Services Department.
Requirements
- At least a second-class lower honours degree in a relevant field (e.g., Civil Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying).
- A minimum of 15 years of post-qualification experience in a relevant field, with at least 5 years in a senior management position.
- Proven experience in managing physical infrastructure in a university or similar institution.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Applicants should not be over sixty (60) years old when applying.
Conditions of Service
- The successful candidate will be appointed for a single term of four (4) years and entitled to the benefits and allowances approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Governing Council as the case may be.
Job Title: Director, Information and Communications Technology (ICT)
Location: Bauchi
Job Summary
- The Director of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) will be responsible for the overall supervision of the university’s ICT infrastructure.
Responsibilities
In addition, the Director will be in charge of the following;
- General administration of the Department.
- Computer and data processing development and implementation.
- Serve as liaison with the Nigerian Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA).
- Liaising with the ICT companies/establishments/universities/polytechnics and
- national/international ICT agencies.
- Providing advice on the general communication network of the institution.
- Performing other duties as may be assigned.
Requirements
- B. Sc / B. Tech Degree in Computer Studies (Computer Science, Data Processing, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Computer, and Communications Engineering) with a minimum of second class lower from a recognized higher institution.
- Minimum of 15 years relevant experience in a university, with a minimum of 3 years satisfactory service as Deputy Director of ICT in a university or equivalent.
- Evidence of current registration with the relevant professional bodies (e.g. CRCN).
- Strong leadership, management, and communication skills
- Possession of a Master’s and Ph. D will be an added advantage.
Conditions of Service
- The successful candidate will be appointed for a single term of four (4) years and entitled to the benefits and allowances approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Governing Council as the case may be.
Job Title: Chief Master / Mistress
Location: Bauchi
Job Summary
- The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management and administration of the University Staff Primary School, ensuring high-quality education and discipline.
Responsibilities
- Manage and administer the University Staff School
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of teaching and non- teaching staff
- Ensure high-quality education and discipline in the school
- Develop and implement academic policies and programs
- Liaise with parents, teachers, and the university administration.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field with a minimum of second class lower.
- Minimum of 15 years teaching experience, with at least 5 years in school administration in a university or equivalent.
- Registration with the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)
- Strong leadership, management, and communication skills v. Proficiency in ICT.
- Applicants should not be over sixty (60) years old.
Conditions of Service
- The successful candidate will be appointed for a single term of four (4) years and entitled to the benefits and allowances approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Governing Council as the case may be.
Job Title: Principal Chief Medical Laboratory Technologist
Location: Bauchi
Job Summary
- The successful candidate will provide technical support, conduct laboratory tests and analyses, maintain equipment, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality patient care.
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, organizing, and coordinating laboratory services
- Conduct and supervise laboratory tests and analyses
- Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies
- Participate in quality control and quality assurance programs
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality patient care.
Requirements
- At least a second-class lower honors degree in a relevant field (Medical Laboratory Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or equivalent.
- Evidence of current registration with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)
- At least 15 years post-qualification experience in a University or Teaching Hospital, with 3 years as Senior Chief Medical Laboratory Technologist.
- Strong technical, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in ICT.
- Master’s in a relevant field is an added advantage.
- Applicants should not be over sixty (60) years old.
Conditions of Service
- The successful candidate will be appointed for a single term of four (4) years and entitled to the benefits and allowances approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Governing Council as the case may be.
Job Title: Director of Sports
Location: Bauchi
Job Summary
- The Director of Sports is responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction for the university’s sports programs, ensuring the development of sports facilities, and promoting sports excellence among students and staff.
- The successful candidate will oversee the management of sports facilities, including stadiums, gymnasiums, and fields, and ensure the university’s participation in local, national and sports competitions as the case may be.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for the university’s sports programs.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures for sports development.
- Oversee the management of sports facilities, including maintenance and upgrading.
- Promote sports excellence among students and staff.
- Collaborate with academic departments to integrate sports with academic programs.
- Supervise and evaluate the performance of sports staff.
- Manage the budget and resources of the sports department.
Requirements
- A minimum of second-class lower honors degree B.Ed (PHE) / Sports Science.
- A minimum of 15 years of post-qualification experience in sports management, with at least 3 years of experience as Deputy Director of sports in a university.
- Proven experience in managing sports programs and facilities.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Applicants should not be over sixty (60) years old
Conditions of Service
- The successful candidate will be appointed for a single term of four (4) years and entitled to the benefits and allowances approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Governing Council as the case may be.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward thirty (30) word-processed applications and thirty (30) copies of detailed Curriculum Vitae with copies of credentials highlight the following:
- Full Name (Surname first in capital letters)
- Place and Date of Birth
- Nationality
- State of Origin & Local Government Area
- Permanent Home Address
- Present postal Address/GSM Numbers/E-mail Address
- Marital Status
- Educational Institutions Attended with Dates
- Academic Qualifications Obtained with Dates
- Professional Qualifications Obtained with Dates
- Working Experience including full details of former and present post(s)
- Full details of service to the Nation and immediate community where applicable
- List of Publications where applicable
- Honours/Distinctions
- Extra-Curricular Activities
- Names and addresses of three referees.
All applications and detailed Curriculum Vitae with copies of credentials should be sealed and marked at the top left-hand corner of the envelope addressed and sent through a courier with the title of the position applied for to:
The Registrar,
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University,
P.M.B. 0248 Gubi campus,
Ningi-Kano Road,
Bauchi State.
Note
- Candidates should also request their three Referees to separately send reports on them, under confidential cover, direct to the same address above. The Referees should also be informed to indicate the position applied for.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
- The university reserves the right to verify any information provided by candidates.
- Applicants should not be over sixty (60) years old when applying
