About this role
The role is for the Provost of the Federal College of Education (Technical), Akoka in Lagos. The Provost acts as the chief executive responsible for the day-to-day management and operations of the college, providing academic, administrative and professional leadership to carry out policies set by the Governing Council. Key duties include serving as the college's chief academic and accounting officer, chairing the Academic Board, reporting on progress to the Governing Council, authorising payments under financial regulations, servicing Council meetings, and maintaining relationships with relevant government bodies and professional organisations. The appointment is for five years, with pay and conditions aligned to the federal colleges of education framework and subject to government policies."
What you would do
- Act as chief executive of the college and manage day-to-day operations.
- Provide academic, administrative and professional leadership for College objectives.
- Act as Chief Academic, Administrative and Accounting officer of the College.
- Chair the Academic Board that directs and oversees academic activities.
- Report to the Governing Council on progress in personnel, finances, and infrastructure.
- Approve and authorise payments and expenditures under financial regulations.
- Ensure meetings of Council and Committees are serviced.
- Foster good rapport with government ministries and agencies related to education.
- Represent the College in dealings with bodies such as FME, NCCE, TETFund and other professional groups.
- Oversee implementation of Council decisions and directives.
What they are asking for
- Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) in a field relevant to the College programmes, preferably in Science or Technical/Vocational Education for a Technical College.
- Registered and active member of a Professional Association in Education.
- Professional Teaching qualification and minimum NCE or PGDE, with TRCN registration.
- Age not above 59 years at appointment.
- Minimum 15 years post-qualification teaching/research experience in a College of Education, with senior teaching/research and top administration experience.
- Evidence of a strong research track record and publications; Chief Lecturer with at least 5 years cognate experience.
- Demonstrable good conduct, discipline, and leadership capable of managing staff and resources.
- Proficiency in Information and Communication Technology packages.
- Evidence of community service and a vision to execute strategic plans for the College.
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