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University Librarian at the University of Abuja

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University of Abuja – Established by an Act of the Federal Government in 1988, University of Abuja is a dual- mode University in Nigeria with great prospects. The University has twelve (12) Faculties, a College of Health Sciences, a Centre for Distance Learning and Continuing Education (CDL&CE), Institute of Education, among others.

Applications are invited for the position below:

Job Title: University Librarian

Location: Abuja

Details

  • The position of the University Librarian, University of Abuja, is vacant. In accordance with the relevant provisions of the University of Abuja Act, the University hereby invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the vacant post of University Librarian in the University of Abuja, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Duties

  • The University Librarian is a Principal Officer of the University responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administration of the University Library and the coordination of the Library services in the University and its Faculties, Colleges, Schools, Institutes and other teaching and research units.
  • As an academic unit, the successful candidate will be expected to provide both administrative and academic leadership.

Qualifications And Experience

  • The Candidate must not be less than a Deputy University Librarian/Reader/Associate Professor by rank and should possess a good honours degree, Masters and Ph.D in Library/Information Science from a recognized University.
  • He/she must have at least fifteen (15) years relevant experience in the University system, not less than five (5) of which must be at the level of Deputy University Librarian/Reader/Associate Professor.
  • The candidate must show evidence of substantial contribution to knowledge through research and scholarly publications in reputable journals. In addition, the candidate should be able to show a clear understanding of 21 Century University Library, demonstrate considerable experience in its management and administration.
  • The candidate must have the ability to initiate research and must be knowledgeable in the application of relevant computer softwares and library operations/services, especially the e-library. The candidate must be at least a registered member of the Library Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN), and must not be older than sixty-four (64) years at the time of assumption of duty.

Conditions Of Service

  • The condition attached to this position is as generally applicable in all Nigerian Federal Universities and may, from time to time, be determined by the University Governing Council. The appointment shall be for a single term of five (5) years.

Application Closing Date
15tth March, 2021


Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit thirty (30) typewritten copies of their applications, credentials and detailed Curriculum Vitae, giving the information in the order listed below:
  • Full Name (Surname First);
  • Date and place of Birth;
  • Marital Status;
  • Nationality;
  • State of Origin and Local Government Area;
  • Permanent Home Address (No P.O. Box or P.M.B);
  • Current Postal Address;
  • E-mail Address and Contact Phone number;
  • Number of Children (with Names and Ages);
  • Institutions Attended (with dates);
  • Academic Qualifications (with dates);
  • Professional Qualifications (with dates);
  • List of Publications with Details of Titles, Publishers or Journals, dates and pages (where applicable);
  • Work Experience (with dates);
  • Details of Administrative Experience and Service to the Community (with Status and Dates);
  • Present. Employment, Status, Salary and Employer;
  • Extra-Curricular Activities;
  • Names and Addresses of three referees (two of whom must be professionals or authorities in relevant fields), who should forward reference reports directly to the address below, marked “CONFIDENTIAL” for the attention of the Vice-Chancellor at the top left hand corner of the letter and envelope:
All applications should be sent to:
The Vice-Chancellor,
University of Abuja,
P.M.B. 117, Abuja.

Note: Late application will NOT be entertained Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, please.


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