Dr Olayinka Aina Falodun & Victor Akinsanya Idowu
Abstract
Administrative positions in tertiary institutions are key areas which administrators must handle with care and utmost seriousness, if the objectives of the organization must be achieved. These positions bring together both the superior and the subordinates; hence, administrators must develop key leadership skills to promote free flow of interaction required for achieving success. To this end, the paper examines how administrative positions can be held successfully by members of staff in tertiary institutions through effective leadership skill. The discourse begins with conceptual clarifications of leadership skills and administration. Relevant leadership skills required by administrators in tertiary institutions are highlighted and discussed while key administrative positions in tertiary institutions along with their job description are also discussed. Finally, the paper outlined various administrative positions in line with the appropriate leadership skills required for successful execution of administrative tasks. Based on the conclusion of the paper, it was recommended, among others, that administrators in tertiary institutions should attend and participate in workshops, conferences and seminars which place premium on issues relating to administration and leadership skill development, as this will help them achieve greater success in their administrative task delivery.