The federal polytechnic, Kaura Namoda came into existence in June 1983 vide Decree No. 33 of 25th July, 1979 as amended in 1985.
VISION STATEMENT
A well-motivated result oriented Institution committed to producing qualitative human capital for self-reliance and national development.
MISSION STATEMENT
To produce skilled graduates for self-reliance and national development.
MOTTO
Skill for Technological Emancipation.Job Summary
The Bursar is the Chief Financial Officer of the Polytechnic.
He/she is responsible to the Rector for the day to day administration and control of the financial affairs of the Polytechnic.
He/she is one of the Principal Officers of the Polytechnic.
He/she heads the Bursary department and the custodian of the Polytechnic finances.
Requirements
The candidate for the post must possess the following qualifications and qualities:
First degree with at least a second dass lower division or Higher National Diploma (HND) with at least a lower credit in Accountancy or Finance related courses from a recognized Institution of Higher Learning;
Have a minimum of eighteen (18) years post qualification cognate experience for first degree and HND holders or Master’s degree in relevant discipline with a minimum of fifteen (15) years post qualification cognate experience or Doctorate degree (Ph.D.) in relevant discipline with a minimum of twelve (12) years post qualification cognate experience, at least ten (10) years of which must have been gained in a Polytechnic or similar TVET institution;
Registration with ICAN or ANAN;
Currently on the rank one level below the Bursar (i.e Chief Accountant or Deputy Bursar or Deputy Director, Audit as the case may be) for a period NOT less than five (5) years in a Polytechnic or similar TVET institution;
Proficient in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills and accounting packages;
Be not more than fifty-nine (59) years of age as at 21″ March, 2025; (vii) Demonstrate evidence of strong financial and administrative
leadership, initiative and creativity in financial policy formulation, good human relation and positive managerial attributes;
Knowledgeable in the Financial Rules and Regulations of the Polytechnic system;
Provide evidence of membership of professional body/bodies recognized by the Federal Government;
A person who is not likely to pursue, racial, gender, political, religious or other sectional interests;
Morally sound, of impeccable character, proven integrity and free from financial embarrassment; and
Physically and mentally fit (with evidence from a Government hospital)
Terms of Appointment and conditions of service
The appointment is for a single tenure of five (5) years in line with extant provisions.
The salary is consolidated and the appointee shall enjoy any other benefits attached to the position of a Principal Officer of the Polytechnic as approved by the Federal Government.