RAYHAAN UNIVERSITY, BIRNIN KEBBI

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FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND COMPUTING
Professor
Reader
Senior Lecturer
Lecturer I
Lecturer II
Assistant Lecturer

FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Professor
Reader
Senior Lecturer
Lecturer I
Lecturer II
Assistant Lecturer

REGISTRY DEPARTMENT
Human Resource Unit
Academic Office Unit
Student Support Service
Bursar’s Office
Accountant I
Clerical Officer Vice Chancellor’s Office
Executive Assistant to Vice Chancellor
Administrative Assistant
Clerical Officer/Senior Clerical Officer/Assistant Executive Officer/Confidential SecretaryUNIVERSITY LIBRARY
University Library Officer
Higher Library
Library Officer
University Health Center (Clinic)
Medical Doctor
Nurses
Pharmacy Technician
Medical Laboratory Technician
Cleaners/Labourers/Drivers
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Unit
Network Engineer
Software Developer
IT Support Staff
Maintenance Assistant

ACADEMIC PLANNING UNIT
Senior Planning Officer

INTERNAL UNIT
SECURITY, FIRE AND SAFETY UNIT

METHOD OF APPLICATION

1.0 PREAMBLE
Rayhaan University, Birnin Kebbi is amongst the newly (2023) licensed private universities in Nigeria. The University will commence undergraduate studies in the 2023/2024 academic session, with 15 take-off academic programmes approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
The overall goal of establishing the University by the Proprietor is for the realization of his cardinal objective of promoting knowledge, research and community service. The Institution is focused on delivering quality teaching, learning and research for the overall development of humanity.

2.0 VACANCIES
Applications are invited from suitable qualified candidates to fill existing vacancies in the following Faculties/Departments:

2.1 Faculty of Science and Computing
Department of Computer Science: (i) Professor/Reader (ii) Senior Lecturer (iii) Lecturer I (iv) Lecturer II, and (v) Assistant Lecturer.
Department of Physics: (i) Professor/Reader (ii) Senior Lecturer (iii) Lecturer I (iv) Lecturer II, and (v) Assistant Lecturer.
Department of Biological Sciences: (i) Professor/Reader (ii) Senior Lecturer (iii) Lecturer I (iv) Lecturer II, and (v) Assistant Lecturer.
Department of Forensic Science: (i) Professor/Reader (ii) Senior Lecturer (iii) Lecturer I (iv) Lecturer II, and (v) Assistant Lecturer. 

2.2 Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
Department of Sociology: (i) Professor/Reader (ii) Senior Lecturer (iii) Lecturer I (iv) Lecturer II, and (v) Assistant Lecturer.  
Department of Mass Communication: (i) Professor/Reader (ii) Senior Lecturer (iii) Lecturer I (iv) Lecturer II, and (v) Assistant Lecturer.

Department of Mass Communication: (i) Professor/Reader (ii) Senior Lecturer (iii) Lecturer I (iv) Lecturer II, and (v) Assistant Lecturer.

Department of Accounting: (i) Professor/Reader (ii) Senior Lecturer (iii) Lecturer I (iv) Lecturer II, and (v) Assistant Lecturer.
Department of Investment and Security Studies: (i) Professor/Reader (ii) Senior Lecturer (iii) Lecturer I (iv) Lecturer II, and (v) Assistant Lecturer.

Department of Political Science: (i) Professor/Reader (ii) Senior Lecturer (iii) Lecturer I (iv) Lecturer II, and (v) Assistant Lecturer.

2.3 Registry Department

Human Resource Unit: (i) Administrative Officer (on grade level 8) and (ii) Clerical Officer/Senior Clerical Officer/Assistant Executive Officer (on grade lever 4-5).

Academic Office Unit:  (i) Administrative Officer (on grade level 8) and (ii) Clerical Officer/Senior Clerical Officer/Assistant Executive Officer/Confidential Secretary (on grade lever 4-5).

Students Support Services: (i) Administrative Officer (on grade level 8) and (ii) Clerical Officer/Senior Clerical Officer/Assistant Executive Officer (on grade lever 4-5).

2.4 Bursary Department
Bursar’s Office: (i) Accountant I (on grade level 8) and (ii) Clerical Officer (Accounts)/Senior Clerical Officer (Accounts)/Assistant Executive Officer (Accounts) – (on grade lever 4-5).

2.5 University Library
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2.6 Vice Chancellor’s Office
(i) Executive Assistant to Vice Chancellor (on grade level 9), (ii) Administrative Assistant (on grade level 7), and (iii) Clerical Officer/Senior Clerical Officer/Assistant Executive Officer/Confidential Secretary (on grade lever 4-5).

2.7 University Health Centre (Clinic)
(i) Medical Doctor (ii) Nurses (iii) Pharmacy Technician (iv) Medical Laboratory Technician and (v) cleaners/labourers/driver.

2.8 Information & Communication Technology (ICT) Unit
(i) Network Engineer (ii) Software Developer (iii) ICT support staff and (iv) Maintenance Assistant

2.9 Academic Planning Unit: Senior Planning Officer (on grade level 9)

2.10 Internal Audit: Senior Internal Auditor (on grade level 9).

2.11 Security, Fire and Safety Unit

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3.0 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

3.1 Faculty of Science and Computing

• Professor:

• Candidates should possess first degree, Master’s degree and a Ph.D Degree from a recognized institution in any of the following areas: Computer Science, ICT, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Physics, Electronics, Microbiology, Biological Sciences, Forensic Science OR related areas of specialization, with at least twelve (12) years of experience in teaching and research, preferably in a university system or similar institutions;
• They should be able to develop new programmes, conduct research independently and have proven supervisory and administrative capabilities;
• They must show evidence of acceptable scholarly publications in reputable journals both National and International;
• Computer knowledge and application are mandatory;
• candidates are expected to have fair knowledge about the operation of a university system; and
• Membership of professional bodies (where applicable) is an added advantage.
• Reader

• Candidates should possess first degree, Master’s degree and a Ph.D Degree from a recognized institution in any of the following areas: Computer Science, ICT, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Physics, Electronics, Microbiology, Biological Sciences, Forensic Science OR related areas of specialization, with at least ten (10) years of experience in teaching and research, preferably in a university system or similar institutions;
• They should be able to develop new programmes, conduct research independently and have proven supervisory and administrative capabilities;
• They must show evidence of acceptable scholarly publications in reputable journals both National and International;
• Computer knowledge and application are mandatory;
• candidates are expected to have fair knowledge about the operation of a university system; and
• Membership of professional bodies (where applicable) is an added advantage.
• Senior Lecturer

• Candidates should possess first degree, Master’s degree and a Ph.D Degree from a recognized institution in any of the following areas: Computer Science, ICT, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Physics, Electronics, Microbiology, Biological Sciences, Forensic Science OR related areas of specialization with at least seven (7) years of experience in teaching and research, preferably in a university system or similar institutions;
• They should be able to develop new programmes, conduct research independently and have proven supervisory and administrative capabilities;
• They must show evidence of acceptable scholarly publications in reputable journals both National and International;
• Computer knowledge and application are mandatory;
• candidates are expected to have fair knowledgeable about the operation of a university system; and
• Membership of professional bodies (where applicable) is an added advantage.
• Lecturer I

• Candidates should possess first degree, Master’s degree and a Ph.D Degree from a recognized institution in any of the following areas: Computer Science, ICT, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Physics, Electronics, Microbiology, Biological Sciences, Forensic Science OR related areas of specialization with at least three years post qualification experience and should demonstrate ability to carry out research in their areas of specialization.
• Master’s Degree holders in relevant areas with at least five (5) years Teaching/Research experience and evidence of good record of publications in reputable journals are eligible to apply.
• Computer knowledge and application are mandatory; and
• Membership of professional bodies (where applicable) is an added advantage.
• Lecturer II

• Candidates should possess Master’s Degree in relevant areas with at least two (2) years Teaching/Research experience.
• Computer knowledge and application are mandatory; and
• Membership of professional bodies (where applicable) is an added advantage.
• Candidates should possess Master’s Degree in relevant areas with at least two (2) years Teaching/Research experience.
• Computer knowledge and application are mandatory; and
• Membership of professional bodies (where applicable) is an added advantage.
• Assistant Lecturer

• Candidates should possess Master’s Degree in relevant areas with at least one (1) year Teaching/Research experience.
• Computer knowledge and application are mandatory; and
• Membership of professional bodies (where applicable) is an added advantage.
  

• Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
  
• Professor:

• Candidates should possess first, Master’s and a Ph.D Degrees from a recognized institution in any of the following areas: Sociology, Criminology, Security Studies, Peace and Conflict Resolution, Intelligence, Mass Communication, Management, Taxation, Finance, Investment Management, Securities and Investment Management, Political Science, International Relations and Diplomacy  OR related areas of specialization, with at least twelve (12) years of experience in teaching and research, preferably in a university system or similar institutions;
• They should be able to develop new programmes, conduct research independently and have proven supervisory and administrative capabilities;
• They must show evidence of acceptable scholarly publications in reputable journals both National and International;
• Computer knowledge and application are mandatory;
• candidates are expected to have fair knowledge about the operation of a university system; and
• Membership of professional bodies (where applicable) is an added advantage.
• Reader

• Candidates should possess first, Master’s and a Ph.D Degrees from a recognized institution in any of the following areas: Sociology, Criminology, Security Studies, Peace and Conflict Resolution, Intelligence, Mass Communication, Management, Taxation, Finance, Investment Management, Securities and Investment Management, Political Science, International Relations and Diplomacy  OR related areas of specialization, with at least ten (10) years of experience in teaching and research, preferably in a university system or similar institutions;
• They should be able to develop new programmes, conduct research independently and have proven supervisory and administrative capabilities;
• They must show evidence of acceptable scholarly publications in reputable journals both National and International;
• Computer knowledge and application are mandatory;
• candidates are expected to have fair knowledge about the operation of a university system; and
• Membership of professional bodies (where applicable) is an added advantage.
• Senior Lecturer

• Candidates should possess first, Master’s and a Ph.D Degrees from a recognized institution in any of the following areas: Sociology, Criminology, Security Studies, Peace and Conflict Resolution, Intelligence, Mass Communication, Management, Taxation, Finance, Investment Management, Securities and Investment Management, Political Science, International Relations and Diplomacy  OR related areas of specialization, with at least seven (7) years of experience in teaching and research, preferably in a university system or similar institutions;
• They should be able to develop new programmes, conduct research independently and have proven supervisory and administrative capabilities;
• They must show evidence of acceptable scholarly publications in reputable journals both National and International;
• Computer knowledge and application are mandatory;
• candidates are expected to have fair knowledgeable about the operation of a university system; and
• Membership of professional bodies (where applicable) is an added advantage.
• Lecturer I

• Candidates should possess first, Master’s and a Ph.D Degrees from a recognized institution in any of the following areas: Sociology, Criminology, Security Studies, Peace and Conflict Resolution, Intelligence, Mass Communication, Management, Taxation, Finance, Investment Management, Securities and Investment Management, Political Science, International Relations and Diplomacy  OR related areas of specialization, with at least three years post qualification experience and should demonstrate ability to carry out research in their areas of specialization.
• Master’s Degree holders in relevant areas with at least five (5) years Teaching/Research experience and evidence of good record of publications in reputable journals are eligible to apply.
• Computer knowledge and application are mandatory; and
• Membership of professional bodies (where applicable) is an added advantage.
• Lecturer II

• Candidates should possess Master’s Degree in relevant areas with at least two (2) years Teaching/Research experience.
• Computer knowledge and application are mandatory; and
• Membership of professional bodies (where applicable) is an added advantage.
• Candidates should possess Master’s Degree in relevant areas with at least two (2) years Teaching/Research experience.
• Computer knowledge and application are mandatory; and
• Membership of professional bodies (where applicable) is an added advantage.
• Assistant Lecturer

• Candidates should possess Master’s Degree in relevant areas with at least one (1) year Teaching/Research experience.
• Computer knowledge and application are mandatory; and
• Membership of professional bodies (where applicable) is an added advantage.

3.3 Registry Department

i. Senior Administrative Officer/Executive Assistant to Vice Chancellor
Candidate shall possess any of the following requirements:

• LL.M. degree obtained from a recognized institution, NYSC Certificate and evidence of Computer Literacy, plus at least 3 years post qualification experience, preferably in the administrative cadre of any public/private university or similar institutions.
• A Master’s degree in Humanities/Social Sciences/Public Administration/Management obtained from a recognized institution, NYSC Certificate and evidence of Computer Literacy, plus at least 3 years post qualification experience, preferably in the administrative cadre of any public/private university or similar institutions.

Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to details is a requirement.

Candidate shall be subjected to interview that may require writing and ICT competency examination.

• Administrative Officer

Candidate shall possess any of the following requirements

a)       A Master’s degree in Humanities/Social Sciences/Public Administration/Management obtained from a recognized institution, NYSC Certificate and evidence of Computer Literacy.

b)       LL.B. with a minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division) obtained from a recognized institution, B.L and NYSC Certificate and evidence of Computer Literacy.
c) A minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division) degree in Humanities/Social Sciences/Law/Public Administration/Management obtained from a recognized institution, NYSC Certificate and evidence of Computer Literacy with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience.

Candidate shall be subjected to interview that may require writing and ICT competency examination.

• Administrative Assistant
• Candidate should possess a minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division) degree in Humanities/Social Sciences/Law/Public Administration obtained from a recognized institution, NYSC Certificate and evidence of Computer Literacy.

Candidate shall be subjected to interview that may require writing and ICT competency examination.

• Clerical Officer/Senior Clerical Officer/Assistant Executive Officer/Confidential Secretary
• For Clerical Officer, candidate should possess a minimum of Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE) with pass in at least five (5) credits to include Mathematics and English;
• For Senior Clerical Officer/Assistant Executive Officer in addition to SSCE with pass in at least five (5) credits including Mathematics and English, a certificate in Public or Personnel Administration or its equivalent is a requirement.
•  For Confidential Secretary, candidate should possess a a minimum of Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE) with pass in at least five (5) credits to include Mathematics and English, plus 80/35 WPM certificate in shorthand and typing from a recognized OR a recognized certificate of Computer training 

3.4 Bursary Department

i. Accountant I
Candidate shall possess any of the following requirements:

• A minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division) degree obtained from a recognized institution and Professional Qualification in Accounting obtained through qualifying examination (ICAN, ANAN, ACCA, CPA, etc), NYSC Certificate and evidence of Computer Literacy, plus at least one (1) year relevant post-graduation experience;
• Master’s degree in Accounting obtained from a recognized institution, NYSC Certificate and evidence of Computer Literacy, NYSC Certificate and evidence of Computer Literacy, plus at least one (1) relevant post-graduation experience;
• A minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division) degree in Accounting obtained from a recognized institution, NYSC Certificate and evidence of Computer Literacy with a minimum of 3 years relevant post-graduation experience.

Candidate shall be subjected to interview that may require writing and ICT competency examination.

ii. Clerical Officer (Accounts)/Senior Clerical Officer (Accounts)/Assistant Executive Officer (Accounts)

• For Clerical Officer (Accounts), candidate should possess a minimum of Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE) with pass in at least five (5) credits to include Mathematics and English and certificate in Accounting and Auditing or equivalent; or recognized certificate in Computer training;
• For Senior Clerical Officer/Assistant Executive Officer (Accounts) in addition to SSCE with pass in at least five (5) credits including Mathematics and English, a OND in Accounting and Auditing or its equivalent is a requirement.

3.5 University Library

i. Senior Library Officer
Candidate shall possess a minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division) degree in Library and Information Science, Library Science Management or equivalent obtained from a recognized institution, NYSC Certificate and be proficient in Information Technology, plus with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
Candidate shall be subjected to interview that may require writing and ICT competency examination.

ii. Higher Library Officer
Candidate shall possess a minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division) degree in Library and Information Science, Library Science Management or equivalent obtained from a recognized institution, NYSC Certificate and be conversant in Information Technology (IT).
Candidate shall be subjected to interview that may require writing and ICT competency examination.

iii. Library Officer
Candidate shall possess a minimum of Diploma in Library and Information Science Management, Library Science or equivalent obtained from a recognized institution and evidence of Computer Literacy.
Candidate shall be subjected to interview that may require writing and ICT competency examination.

3.6 University Health Centre (Clinic)
3.7 Information & Communication Technology (ICT) Unit
3.8 Academic Planning Unit:
3.9 Internal Audit:

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested and qualified candidates, who meets the conditions as stated above should visit the University website at ……………………….follow the instructions and apply. They should also forward seven (7) copies of their applications to the address below, accompanying each with photocopies of their credentials and detailed current curriculum vitae giving the following information:

• Post Applied for
• Name
• Age
• Nationality
• State
• Local Government Area
• Marital Status
• Educational Institutions Attended with Dates
• Qualifications Obtained
• Professional certification obtained (if any)
• Working Experience indicating posts held, duration and salary grade level.
• Other Public/Private activities (if any)
• Referees

Applicants are advised to request their referees to send their reports under confidential cover to the address below. Applications should be marked “Application for Appointment as …………………….” and addressed to:
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