Company Brief
The University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) formerly known as the Institute of Professional Studies (IPS), is a public university in Ghana. The main campus is located in Accra. UPSA is the first university in Ghana to provide both academic and business professional education.
Job Description
The company is hiring a well educated and experienced individual for these positions
The Council of the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of REGISTRAR which shall become vacant on 1st August 2020.
Recruitment Of Registrar
Responsibilities
• The Registrar is the Chief Administrative Officer of the University and responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administrative functions of the University in addition to any other duties specified in the University of Professional Studies Act, 20I 2 (Act 850) and the Statutes of the University
• He/She is expected to provide leadership and management across a wide range of activities
• The Registrar is also Secretary to the University Council and is responsible for providing secretarial services to all boards and committees of the University.
Qualification
• A minimum of a Master’s Degree
• Not less than twenty (20) years post-graduate qualification working experience in an administrative position(s) at least eight (8) years of which is in a senior management position(s) or
• Substantial Senior Management experience in a large, complex and decentralized organization preferably in an academic institution
• Must exhibit high leadership qualities and organizational skills
• Strong intellect with excellent managerial, communication and interpersonal skills
• Evidence of in-depth grasp and application of administrative systems and procedures Significant leadership experience at a senior level in a tertiary institution or other organization
• Demonstrated ability to develop, articulate and implement strategic thrusts
• An understanding of the history and evolution of universities, local higher education policy and practice
• Commitment to the highest level of personal and professional integrity
• Considerable experience in dealing with a wide variety of internal and external publics
• Must have initiative and drive.
Recruitment Of Director of Finance
Responsibilities
• Preparation of consolidated accounts of the units of the University
• Preparation of the financial statements for the university and subsidiaries, including liaising with the external Auditor and preparing analysis to enable the financial statements to be audited.
• Delivery of a first-class budgeting, financial reporting and accounting service for the University
• Provision of financial leadership by ensuring that University management understands the financial implications of their decisions and actions
• Ensuring that proper books of accounts and records of the University are kept in a manner and form required by the Council
• Calling for and receiving money due to the University and make on behalf of the University the authorized payments
• Sourcing for funds for the University
• Working with the University management to prepare business strategies, financial plans and deliver against budgets
Qualification
• Hold a Master’s Degree in Finance or Accounting
• Be a Chartered Accountant
• Have a minimum of ten (10) years post professional qualification working experience And
• Be a distinguished professional with the capacity to motivate and direct staff;
• Be above reproach and must exhibit a high sense of industry, leadership qualities, and organizational skills, possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Have served in a University or an analogous institution, or in a reputable and recognized practicing firm, industry, commerce and/or public sector in a managerial position
Application Deadline
There is no deadline set for this job position at the time of publishing but be sure to get in touch with the business for further details.
How To Apply
To apply for this position send your CV and application letter to:
Postal Address:
P.O.Box LG 149, Accra – Ghana
Tel numbers:
+233 302 500 171
+233 302 500 722
+233 302 500 723
Fax Number:
+233 302 501174
Email: info@upsamail.edu.gh,
admissions@upsamail.edu.gh,
academicaffairs@upsamail.edu.gh