Shiva Rae M’ovul-Kondoun, from Logo Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria, has had a distinguished career in accounting and finance. Her educational journey began at Queen of Rosary Secondary School, Gboko, where she completed her WAEC/GCE O’ Levels in 1983. She then pursued a Diploma in Accounting from the Institute of Administration, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, in 1987, followed by a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Benin in 1997, and later, a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Benue State University, Makurdi, in 2005. Currently, she is advancing her studies with a PhD in Accounting and Finance at Benue State University.

M’ovul-Kondoun has enhanced her expertise through several national and international training programs. Notable among these are her attendance at the “Leadership, Ethics and Corporate Governance” seminar at the University of Pittsburgh in 2013, the IFRS Conference in the UK in 2011, and the World Congress of Accountants (WCOA) in Rome (2014), Sydney (2018), and Mumbai (2022). She has also participated in various national conferences and the Mandatory Continuing Professional Development (MCPD) programs for accounting professionals.

Her career at Benue State University began in 2001 as Accountant I. Rising through the ranks, she became Deputy Bursar in 2012, acting Bursar in 2021, and is currently the Deputy Bursar of the Budget and Expenditure Control Division. She has held leadership positions, including membership on the ANAN Governing Council Committee for International Relations (2015-2019), Board of Trustees of the Chartered Institute of Forensic and Certified Fraud Examiners of Nigeria (CIFCFEN) (2019-present), and chairmanship of the Committee to Review the Benue State University Procurement Manual in 2021. She currently serves as the National Chairman of the Professional Women Accountants in Nigeria (PROWAN).

Professionally, M’ovul-Kondoun is a Fellow of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (FCNA) and the Chartered Institute of Forensic and Certified Fraud Examiners of Nigeria (CIFCFEN). She is also an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (ACTI) and a registered Professional Accountant with the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria.

Early Life and Education

Shiva Rae M’ovul-Kondoun is a distinguished accountant and finance expert hailing from Logo Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria. Her educational journey began at Queen of Rosary Secondary School, Gboko, where she completed her WAEC/GCE O’ Levels in 1983. Following her passion for accounting, she pursued a Diploma in Accounting at the Institute of Administration, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, graduating in 1987.

Building on her foundational studies, M’ovul-Kondoun later attended the University of Benin, where she obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting in 1997. Her commitment to professional development continued, earning her a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Benue State University, Makurdi, in 2005. Currently, she is advancing her academic credentials through a PhD program in Accounting and Finance at Benue State University.

Professional Training and International Exposure

Throughout her career, M’ovul-Kondoun has expanded her expertise through several high-level national and international training programs. Notably, in 2013, she attended a seminar on “Leadership, Ethics, and Corporate Governance” organized by the Graduate School of Public Affairs and the Johnson Institute for Responsible Leadership at the University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.

She has further enriched her expertise by attending key international conferences:

International Financial Reporting Standard (IFRS) Conference, United Kingdom (May 2011)

World Congress of Accountants (WCOA) in Rome, Italy (2014)

Subsequent WCOA Conferences in Sydney, Australia (2018) and Mumbai, India (2022)

In addition to her international engagements, M’ovul-Kondoun remains actively involved in various national conferences and regularly participates in the Mandatory Continuing Professional Development (MCPD) programs of accounting professional bodies.

Career at Benue State University

M’ovul-Kondoun’s career at Benue State University began in 2001 when she joined as an Accountant I. Her dedication and expertise saw her rise through the ranks, achieving the position of Deputy Bursar in 2012. In 2021, she served as the Acting Bursar of the university, demonstrating leadership and organizational acumen during her tenure.

Over the years, she has held numerous positions within the university, including:

Deputy Bursar, Budget and Expenditure Control Division – a role she held prior to her recent appointment as Bursar.

Chairman, Committee to Review Benue State University Procurement Manual (March 2021)

Professional Leadership and Memberships

In addition to her role at Benue State University, M’ovul-Kondoun has made significant contributions to the accounting profession. She serves as the National Chairman of the Professional Women Accountants in Nigeria (PROWAN), reflecting her dedication to empowering women in the accounting field.

Her other professional memberships and leadership roles include:

Member, ANAN Governing Council Committee on International Relations and Linkages (2015-2019)

Board of Trustees Member, Chartered Institute of Forensic and Certified Fraud Examiners of Nigeria (CIFCFEN) (2019-present)

Professional Certifications and Recognitions

M’ovul-Kondoun is a highly certified and respected professional in the accounting field. Her credentials include:

Fellow, Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (FCNA) (2019)

Fellow, Chartered Institute of Forensic and Certified Fraud Examiners of Nigeria (CIFCFEN) (2021)

Member, Associate Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (ACTI) (2019)

Registered Professional Accountant, Financial Reporting Council (FRC) (2012)