Federal University, Oye-Ekiti Recruits University Librarian
Job Title: University Librarian
Location: Ekiti
The Position:
- The University Librarian shall be responsible to the Vice Chancellor for the overall administration of the University Library, its branches and extension and for providing library services for the entire University community.
The Person:
- The University Librarian is a principal officer and is head of the University Library. Candidate for the post shall be visionary and have the ability to provide good leadership, must possess personal integrity and demonstrate transparency in private and public life, must be able to command respect and loyalty of staff of the University.
Job Requirements
Required Experience: 15+ year(s)
Qualifications:
Candidate for this post shall:
- Be professionally qualified and be a practicing Librarian;
- Possess a good honours degree and a PhD in Library and Information Science from a recognized University, with at least fifteen (15) years relevant experience, preferably in a University or other institutions of higher learning.
- Have contributed to knowledge through research and publications in reputable journals, as well as possess proven records of sound administrative leadership.
- Be registered member of the Library Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN).
- Be computer literate and proficient in relevant computer applications.
Remuneration:
The salary and conditions of service for the University Librarian shall be as obtainable in the Federal Universities in Nigeria.
Application Closing Date:
13th March, 2015
Method of Application:
Candidates are required to submit fifteen (15) copies of their applications and curriculum vitae and photocopies of their credentials. The curriculum vitae should highlight the following:
- Full Name (Surname first in capital letters)
- Place and Date of Birth
- Marital Status
- Number and Ages of Children
- E-mail and Telephone numbers
- Postal Address
- Permanent Home Address
- Nationality
- State of Origin and LGA
- Schools attended and qualifications obtained with dates
- Positions held with dates
- Membership of Professional Bodies
- Names and Addresses of 3 referees
Application should be submitted under confidential cover in sealed envelopes marked: “Post of Librarian” to:
The Vice -Chancellor,
Federal University Oye-Ekiti,
P.M.B.373,
Oye-Ekiti,
Ekiti State.
Note:
Applicants are expected to request their referees to forward their reports under “confidential cover” directly to the “Vice Chancellor”.