Wednesday 28 September 2016

Librarian Job @ Kaduna State University

Kaduna State University - The post of the University Librarian, Kaduna State University, Kaduna is presently vacant. In accordance with the provision of the Kaduna State University Law, the position is hereby advertised for interested persons to apply, Interested applicants are requested to note the following:
Job Title: University Librarian
Location: Kaduna
The Job
  • The University Librarian shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the provision of Library services in the University and its constituent Departments and Campuses
Qualifications and Experience
Candidates applying for the position of the University Librarian must possess the following:
  • PhD in Library Science or in Library arid Information Science.
  • Considerable academic publications
  • At least 15 years relevant working experience in a Tertiary institution, preferably in a recognized university
  • Be a registered member of the Librarians Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN)
Conditions of Service
  • The appointment for the post of University Librarian will be for a single term of five years only.
  • Salary and allowances shall be as applicable to the post of University Librarian in Nigerian Public Universities and as may be defined by the State Government and University Council from time to time.
  • The candidate shall not be more than 60 years at the time of application.
  • Individuals who have served as University Librarians in any University in the past Eight (8) years or who are currently serving as University librarians need not apply.
Application Closing Date
17th October, 2016.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates must forward Twenty-five (25) copies each of their credentials, signed and dated Curriculum Vitae (CV) with the following information:
  • Full name - Surname first
  • Marital status
  • Number of children, including the age of each child
  • Date and place of birth ,Local Government Area, State of Origin and Nationality
  • Current postal address
  • Educational qualifications obtained with dates
  • Academic and Professional bodies/Associations
  • Work experience, status and salary level
  • Publications
  • Hobbies
  • Names and addresses of three referees one of whom must be the present employer.
Submission of Applications
Applicant are to submit their Application (Application letter and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) {attaching photocopies of relevant credentials}) under confidential cover in an envelope sealed and marked "Post of University Librarian, Kaduna State University" and addressed to:
The Registrar & Secretary to Council,
Kaduna State University,
Tafawa Balewa Way,
PM B, 2339,
Kaduna State.

Note: The University shall not entertain any correspondence from any candidate on this matter.

Librarian Job @ Kogi State University, Anyigba



Kogi State University, Anyigba was established on 18th November, 1999 and currently, has a total student population of over 23,000 students spread across its seven (7) Faculties of Agriculture, Arts and Humanities, Education, Law, Management Sciences, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences and a College of Health Sciences. Though a State University Kogi State University accommodates a significant number of non-indigenes, from all parts of Nigeria. The University has graduated about 16,500 students. The University commenced postgraduate programmes in all the faculties in 2008/2009 except for Faculties of Education and College of Health Sciences in order to boost research and high level manpower development.
Job Title: University Librarian
Location:
Kogi
Job Description
The Librarian is a Principal Officer of the University responsible for the administration of the University Library and coordination of all library services in the entire University community and reports to the Vice Chancellor.
The Person for the position of the librarian
The ideal candidate for the position must have drive with strong passion for result and must:
  • Be below the age of 60 years at the point of assumption of duty;
  • Have strong leadership and communication skills;
  • Be creative, proactive and self- motivated;
  • Have excellent interpersonal skill;
  • Have integrity and commitment; and
  • Be in good physical and mental health.
Requirements
Candidate for this post shall:
  • Be professionally qualified and be a practicing Librarian;
  • Possess a good honours degree and Ph.D. 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 at least five (5) of which must be at the Deputy University Librarian level
  • 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;
Condition of Service
The condition attached to this position is as generally applicable in Nigerian University System and as may from time to time be determined by the Governing Council. The appointment shall be for a single term of five (5) years.
Method of Application
Applicants should forward twenty (20) copies of their applications, credentials and detailed curriculum vitae, giving the following information in the order listed below:
  • Full Names (Surname in block);
  • Date of Birth;
  • Place of Birth, State of Origin and Local Government Area;
  • Nationality;
  • Permanent Home Address;
  • Current Postal Address;
  • GSM Number
  • E-mail Address;
  • Marital Status;
  • 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);
  • Working experience (General and Specific Experience with dates);
  • Details of Administrative Experience and Service to the Community (with status and dates);
  • Present Employment, Status, Salary;
  • Employer(s) Address(es), Postal, E-mail and Contact GSM Number(s);
  • Extra Curricular Activities;
  • Names and Addresses of three (3) Referees who must be requested by the applicant to forward directly to the Vice Chancellor confidential reports on the applicant indicating the post desired;
Application Closing Date
14th October, 2016
Each applicant should indicate at the top left corner of the package, the position applied for. The application, which should be addressed to:
The Registrar,
Kogi State University,
P.M.B. 1008,
Anyigba,
Kogi State,
Nigeria.


Librarian Job@ Cross River State College of Education, Akamkpa



Cross River State College of Education, Akamkpa - In line with relevant provisions of the law establishing the Cross River State College of Education, Akamkpa, the Governing Council of the College has commenced the process for the appointment of new College Librarian. To this end, applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for the post of:
Job Title: College Librarian
Location:
Cross River
Job Description
The College Librarian is responsible to the Provost for the administration of the College Library and the coordination of the Library Services in the teaching units of the College.
Qualifications
Candidate should:
  • Possess at least a Masters degree in Library and Information Science or Library Studies, plus at least seventeen (17) years post qualification cognate experience.
  • Be registered with a professional Library body.
  • Not be below the rank of Chief Librarian in a Public College of Education System or a Public Institution of higher learning.
  • Not be more than sixty (60) years of age by the time of assumption of office (January, 2017).
  • Be computer literate.
  • Be of proven integrity.
  • Be a certified Librarian.
  • Show evidence of scholarly publications in National and International Journals.
Note: possession of a doctorate degree (PhD) will be an added advantage.

Tenure of Office

The College Librarian shall hold office for a period of four (4) years from the effective date of appointment and may be re-appointed for a further period of four (4) years and no more.
Conditions of Service

The remuneration and other Conditions of Service shall be as approved by the Governing Council but comparable to those applicable to the post of College Librarian of other Public Colleges of Education in Nigeria.
Application Closing Date
11th October, 2016.
Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should submit twenty (20) copies each of their credentials and Curriculum Vitae in the following format:
  • Full Name;
  • Date of Birth;
  • Nationality and Local Government of origin;
  • Telephone number;
  • E-mail address:
  • Permanent home address;
  • Marital status;
  • Number and ages of children;
  • Institutions attended (with dates);
  • Academic qualifications (with dates);
  • Membership of professional bodies;
  • Details of administrative and managerial experience;
  • Present employment, status, salary and employer;
  • Extra curricula activities;
  • Names and addresses of three (3) references.
All applications must be in sealed envelopes, marked (the post applied for e.g “Post of College Librarian”) at the right corner of the envelop and should be addressed to:
The Registrar,
Cross River State College of Education, Akamkpa,
P.M.B 1171,
Calabar,
Cross River State.


Applicants must request their referees to forward their reports to the Registrar under confidential cover, not later than the closing date of the above.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates shall be invited for interview.