Vice-Chancellor at University of Cape Coast

Position Overview

The Council of the University of Cape Coast invites applications from qualified and competent persons for the position of Vice-Chancellor of the University.

Role and Responsibilities

The Vice-Chancellor, under the direction of the University Council, serves as the Academic and Administrative Head and Chief Disciplinary Officer of the University. Key responsibilities include:

• Maintaining and promoting good order and efficiency of the University
• Serving as Chief Executive Officer of the University
• Managing all functions as prescribed by the statutes of the University
• Reporting to the University Council on institutional performance and development

Required Qualifications and Experience

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Hold the rank of Professor with international scholarly acclaim
• Demonstrate exceptional integrity, maturity, and exemplary leadership skills
• Possess proven capacity to manage a university effectively
• Be able to serve a full 4-year term before reaching the compulsory retiring age of 60
• Have capacity to marshal resources needed to carry out the University's mission and vision

Key Competencies

• Visionary and business-oriented mindset
• Ability to establish and strengthen rapport between industry and the University
• Strong capacity to foster internal and external relations
• Proven ability to effectively project the University's image internally and externally
• Strong visionary leadership and innovation capabilities

Tenure

The Vice-Chancellor shall hold office for an initial term of 4 years. The appointment may be renewed for a further term of up to 3 years.

Position Details

• Location: Cape Coast, Central Region, Ghana
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Category: Education/Teaching