Vice Chancellor – University Executive Leader

About the role

The Vice Chancellor serves as the chief academic and administrative officer of Koforidua Technical University, overseeing all aspects of university governance, strategy, and operations. Reporting to the Governing Council, the role ensures academic excellence, financial sustainability, and effective stakeholder engagement.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the university’s academic programmes, research initiatives, and teaching quality.
• Manage financial planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Represent the university to industry partners, government bodies, and the wider community.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and university statutes.
• Foster a culture of innovation, integrity, and impact across all campuses.

Required profile

• Hold a professorial status with a terminal research postgraduate degree.
• Be an internationally recognised scholar with a strong publication record.
• Demonstrated senior leadership experience in higher education administration.
• Proven ability to motivate, manage, and direct large academic and support staff.
• Exemplary communication, interpersonal, and crisis‑management skills.

Required skills

• Strategic planning and institutional governance.
• Financial management and budgeting for large organisations.
• Stakeholder engagement and partnership development.
• Academic programme development and research oversight.

What we offer

• A highly attractive remuneration package.
• Four‑year full‑time appointment with possible renewal.
• Opportunity to shape the future of a growing technical university.