We are excited to announce the implementation of a new Hostel Management System for securing beds at the Getfund hostel, effective immediately from December 18th, 2023. To ensure a smooth process for booking beds, please follow these steps:

1. Booking Procedure:
   • Visit hostel.ktu.edu.gh
   • Log in using your student portal username and password
   • Freshers must complete payment of the required school fees before bed booking
   • Access your admission portal for Index number, Programme, Level, Email (username), default password, and affiliated hall
   • Use the provided email and password for access to the student and hostel portal
2. Booking Steps:
   • Navigate to the ‘Rooms’ section
   • View available room categories (6in1 or 4in1) based on your affiliated hall and gender
   • Click on the desired room category to see available rooms
   • Select a bed from the available options (Green: available to book, Yellow: booked pending payment, Red: booked and paid, Grey: reserved)
3. Booking Details:
   • A bed can be reserved for 48 hours, requiring payment within this period
   • Failure to pay within 48 hours will result in the loss of reservation, making the room available again
4. Payment Information:
   • Pay using your student index number and select ‘Pay as Hostel’ via the shortcode *776*102# or through ADB, GCB, UMB, Fidelity, or Republic banks using the KTU Connect payment platform
   • The cost for a 6-in-a-room bed is GHC 1,800.00 and for a 4-in-a-room bed is GHC 2,000.00
5. Bed Assignment:
   • Upon payment, the bed will be assigned to you

Note: Ensure to book a bed before payment. The system will convert hostel payments without booking to your school fees automatically.

For any further clarifications or inquiries, please call 0264888745 or reach out to your Hall Masters.

Thank you for your cooperation as we implement this new system for a more efficient hostel bed booking process.

It is announced for the information of Koforidua Technical University Community, Alumni and the General Public that the 20^th Congregation of the University for the award of Bachelor of Technology, (B’Tech.) Degrees and Higher National Diplomas (HND) to persons who completed their programmes of study in 2023 has been slated for Saturday, 16^th December, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. at the University’s Ceremonial Ground.

Graduands who intend to be presented at the Congregation are to visit graduation.ktu.edu.gh to verify their names on the graduation list.

The Congregation fee is GH¢450 for B’Tech. Graduands and GH¢400 for HND Graduands per person.

 Payments are to be made through the KTUConnect System of the University on or before Friday, 14^th December, 2023 to cover the following costs:

Certificates | Certificate Holders | Academic Gowns | Souvenirs.

Graduands who have paid the Congregation fees are expected to show their receipts at the Students Services Section for their gowns.

There will be rehearsals for all Graduands on Friday, 15^th December, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. at the Ceremonial Ground.

All Graduands are to note that those who are unable to attend the Congregation shall be required to pay the same amount before the collection of their certificates.

Please Note:

• Graduands who fail to return their gowns at the collection point by Tuesday, 19^th December, 2023, would be surcharged GH¢50.00 daily for each additional day after the deadline.
• Graduands who misplace their gowns would pay GH¢500 for the cost of the full gown set (hood, gown and cap). This should be paid before the collection of certificates and any other academic documents.

 (SIGNED)
REGISTRAR

Find attached the registered students list for the 2022 /2023 second semester academic year.

Students whose names are in the attached list qualify to write examinations (Mid-semester, practicals, and theoretical examination) organized by the university.

Kindly Take Note

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The Governing Council of Koforidua Technical University (KTU) announces for the information of interested candidates, vacancies for the positions of Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, Director of Finance and Librarian, and invites applications from qualified and competent persons for the positions which become vacant on 1^st October, 2023.

The University

Koforidua Technical University was established by an Act of Parliament, Act 922 (2016) and amended by Act 974 (2018). The vision of the University is to be providers of standard science and technology education, a center of excellence in applied research and a reference point for solutions to community problems; the mission of the University is to provide tertiary level technical education through the development of career-focused skills in collaboration with industry; and the core values of the University are innovation, integrity and impact.

The University currently has a total student population of 8,500 students and a total staff population of 651. For more information use the following links Policies & Documents

The Position/FUNCTIONS OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR

The Vice-Chancellor is the academic and administrative head and the chief disciplinary officer of the University. The Vice-Chancellor is the Chief Executive Officer of the University and is responsible to Council for organising and conducting the academic, financial, and administrative business of the University as well as ensuring the efficiency of the University. All other functions of the Vice-Chancellor are as prescribed by the Statutes of the University.

The Person

A candidate seeking appointment as Vice-Chancellor of the University must:

• Be of a Professorial Status
• Be an internationally acclaimed academic and/or distinguished scholar.
• Have proven capacity to motivate, manage and direct staff.
• Exhibit a high sense of industry, leadership qualities and organisational skills.
• Be circumspect and above reproach.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and capacity to manage and control crisis situations.
• Be visionary, business oriented and be able to establish rapport between industry and the University for a common purpose.
• Be sober with maturity and drive for sound and impartial judgment.
• Have the capacity to raise funds and other resources for research and development activities of the University.
• Be able to serve a full FOUR-YEAR Term of Office before attaining the compulsory retiring age of sixty (60) years.

Terms of Appointment

• The appointment, which is full-time, shall be for FOUR (4) YEARS in the first instance and may be renewed, subject to satisfactory performance, for only another term of four (4) years or part thereof.
• Salary and Conditions of Service attached to the position are very attractive.

MODE OF Application

Interested candidates are requested to submit application letter together with the following:

• Six (6) copies of Curriculum Vitae, including Names and Addresses of Three (3) Referees. The applicant should ensure that the referee reports get to the Chairman by 21^st August, 2023.
• A Statement of Candidate’s Vision for the University, which should not exceed 1,200 words.

The application should be forwarded under REGISTERED COVER marked “Application for Vice-Chancellor of Koforidua Technical University.”

The Position OF THE REGISTRAR

The Registrar, who is the Chief Operating Officer under the Vice-Chancellor is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the University. The Registrar is the Secretary to Council and all other Boards and Statutory Committees of the University. He/she provides strategic advice and briefings to the Vice-Chancellor and is expected to provide leadership and management across a number of administrative activities in the University.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

A person seeking appointment as Registrar must have:

• A minimum of Master’s degree preferably in Administration and/or Management related fields of study;
• Served as a Registrar or Deputy Registrar in a University or comparable grade in a similar institution/organization for at least six (6) years on the Deputy Registrar position;
• Excellent managerial, communication and interpersonal skills;
• A deep appreciation of the higher education landscape in Ghana;
• A strong proven sense of public morality and integrity, and
• Considerable experience in dealing with a wide range of internal and external publics; and
• Appreciable knowledge in Information Communication and Technology.

Terms of Appointment

• The Registrar shall hold office for a term of four (4) years and is eligible for re-appointment for another term only provided that no part of the renewed term enters the compulsory retirement age.
• Salary and Conditions attached to the position are very attractive

MODE OF Application

Interested Candidates are requested to submit an Application Letter together with

• SIX (6) copies of the Curriculum Vitae, including Names and Addresses of Three (3) Referees. The applicant should ensure that the referee reports get to the Chairman by 21^st August, 2023.
• A statement of Candidate’s Vision for the University, which should not exceed three pages.

The application should be forwarded under REGISTERED COVER marked “Application for Appointment as Registrar of Koforidua Technical University.”

THE POSITION OF DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

The Director of Finance is a top management person who heads a major division of the University, the Finance Office. He/she shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the Financial Administration of the University in accordance with the Public Management Act, 2016 (Act 922). 

THE PERSON

Candidates seeking appointment to this position must:

1. Be a Chartered Accountant and hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field.
2. Be a member of a recognized professional accountancy body and in good standing.

• Have at least twelve (12) years post-professional accountancy experience in a tertiary institution, industry, or any relevant public service or corporate organization.

1. Have served as a Deputy Director of Finance in a University or comparable grade in a similar institution/ organization for at least six (6) years.

In addition, applicants must:

1. Be analytical, critical, result-oriented, innovative and visionary;
2. Possess hands-on ability to work independently;

• Possess excellent communication, interpersonal and supervisory skills;
• Be a good team player

1. Possess strong IT skills and familiarity with accounting software;
2. Be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines; and
3. Possess proactive commercial flair.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Director of Finance shall:

1. Be the Chief Accounting Officer and the Chief Financial Advisor to the Vice -Chancellor;
2. Have general responsibility of the financial affairs of the University that will ensure its financial health exercise direct superintendence over all accounting officers;

• Be responsible for collecting all legitimate revenue due to the University;

1. Exercise control over expenditure in line with the University’s objectives and budgets;
2. Be responsible for preparing the annual budget of the University for presentation to the appropriate governing body for approval and implementation;
3. Be responsible for ensuring that the financial statements of the University are drawn up in accordance with the Technical Universities Act 2016, Act 992, the harmonized Statutes, applicable accounting standards and all other Regulations approved by the University as well as other relevant national laws and regulations;

• Liaise with the appointed external auditors to get the University’s financial statements audited.

TERM OF OFFICE

The Director of Finance shall hold office for four (4) years and may, upon application, be eligible for re-appointment for a further term only, provided that no part of the second term enters the compulsory retirement age.

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

 Salary and fringe benefits attached to the position are attractive and will be specified in the letter of appointment.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should please submit the following listed documents:

1. Six (6) copies of Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae together with relevant supporting documents, and
2. A Three-Page Vision Statement.

The application should be forwarded under REGISTERED COVER marked “Application for Director of Finance of Koforidua Technical University”  

3. Applicants are to provide three referees details and should request that their three (3) referees submit report on them under seal and each should deliver separately to the address below.

THE POSITION/FUNCTIONS OF THE LIBRARIAN

The Librarian is the head of the University Library. The Librarian shall be responsible for the provision of adequate and current information resources to support teaching, learning and research of the University. The Librarian is responsible to the Vice-Chancellor in the management of the Library Department. All other functions of the Librarian are as prescribed by the Statutes of the University.

THE PERSON

A person seeking appointment as Librarian of the University must:

1. Possess a postgraduate research degree (MPhil) in Library or Information Science related studies. A PhD in Library or Information Science will be an advantage
2. Have at least ten (10) years post qualification working experience not below the rank of a Deputy Librarian or analogous position in a tertiary institution or relevant public service organisation
3. Be conversant with library software or library records management software which is consistent with the University’s vision and mission
4. Have a minimum of fifteen (15) cumulative publications
5. Have proven capacity to motivate, manage and direct staff
6. Exhibit a high sense of industry, leadership qualities and organisational skills
7. Be able to ensure that adequate library and information resources are available to meet the needs of faculty and students within assigned budget
8. Be able to effectively communicate with students, staff and external agencies
9. Be able to ensure equitable access to information resources, services, facilities and systems in physical or virtual environments
10. Be able to serve a full four (4) year term before attaining the compulsory retiring age of sixty (60) years
11. Must be a member of Ghana Library Association or any other Library Association.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT

1. The appointment, which is full time, shall be for four (4) years in the first instance and may be renewed, subject to satisfactory performance, for only another term of four (4 years).
2. The salary and Conditions of Service attached to this position are very attractive and comparable to those in analogous Universities in Ghana.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Suitably qualified candidates are requested to submit a sealed application letter together with the following:

• Six (6) copies of Curriculum Vitae, including names and addresses of three (3) referees who can attest to the qualities of the candidate. The applicant should ensure that the referee reports get to the Chairman by 21^st August, 2023.
• A short statement of not more than 1200 words (Times New Roman, font size 12 and 1.5 line spacing) outlining their vision and strategies for implementation

The application should be forwarded under registered cover marked “Application for Librarian of Koforidua Technical University.”

CLOSING DATE

The marked applications for each of the positions should reach any of the following addresses in both hard and soft copies not later than Monday, 21^st August, 2023.

1. The Chairman

Search Committee for:

• Vice-Chancellor
• Registrar
• Director of Finance
• Librarian

C/o Head, Human Resources
Koforidua Technical University (KTU)
PO Box KF 981
Koforidua, E/R

Soft copies must be forwarded to

searchcommittee@ktu.edu.gh

 

In a celebration of culinary talent and innovation, the United States of America Poultry & Egg Export Council (USAPEEC) organized a two-day workshop which brought together esteemed chefs, culinary students, food enthusiasts, industry experts, and poultry stakeholders.

The event which was held at the prestigious Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra and was attended by 100 culinary students from technical universities across Ghana.

The aim of the event was to promote American poultry products while imparting valuable knowledge on culinary arts and poultry.

The Council (USAPEEC), demonstrated its commitment to nurturing culinary expertise and uplifting the hospitality industry in Ghana by allowing aspiring chefs to expand their culinary horizons.

The highlight of the event was the “National Cooking Competition for Technical Universities.” The top 10 students, selected based on their exceptional culinary talents and knowledge, were allowed to showcase their skills in a thrilling competition.

Koforidua Technical University emerged as the clear winner in the “Most Knowledgeable and Innovative” category. The University’s hospitality students impressed the judges with their creative approach to culinary arts and comprehensive understanding of poultry. Victoria Armah, a student from Koforidua Technical University was crowned the ultimate future chef. She and her Co Chef or Runner Anita Boni exhibited exceptional culinary skills and impressed the judges with her finesse and innovative techniques.

As a reward, she will be granted an enticing package, which includes an exclusive four-month culinary internship at Ghana’s premier five-star Hotel, the renowned Labadi Beach Hotel.

The event did not only celebrate the culinary talents of the participating students but also recognized exceptional leadership. Dr. Boakye Agyemang, the immediate past head of the Hospitality Department, was awarded the Most Outstanding HoD award for his exemplary leadership, dedication, and extraordinary contributions to the growth and success of the department.

The United States of America Poultry & Egg Export Council deserves commendation for its unwavering commitment to the culinary community in Ghana and its dedication to promoting American poultry products within the country.

Congratulations to Team KTU

Students Chef’s
Victoria Armah – Main Chef
Anita Boni – Co Chef (Runner)

Groomers (Lecturers)
Mrs. Grace Owusu Gyasi
Mrs. Barbara Addo Kesse

The Vice Chancellor of KTU, Prof. David Kofi Essumang and the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering (FoE), Prof. Richard Arthur received a delegation from MIHD – Burkina Faso on Wednesday, 19th July, 2023.

The delegation consisted of ninety-seven (97) students from Ecole Nationale des Travaux Publics, a Tertiary Technical and Vocational Training Institution in the field of Building and Civil Engineering operating under the technical supervision of MIHD – Burkina Faso.

The purpose of the visit was to acquire knowledge in the form of theory and practicals from the Laboratories/Workshops at the Faculty of Engineering.

The students were divided into groups for the teaching and practicals at the various Laboratories/Workshops within the Faculty. The Laboratory Manager led the students to the Laboratories for their practicals which was taught by the Laboratory Technicians in the Faculty.