LECTURING / LIBRARIAN JOBS @ UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following academic positions in the Distance Learning Centre.

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

Department of Library, Archival and Information Studies

Assistant Lecturer

Suitably qualified must possess a Master Degree in Library and Information Studies (LIS) with an evidence of eligibility to proceed to Ph.D. Such applicants must have a minimum of three (3) publications in reputable academic journals in LIS and must have taught for at least two years as a Part-Time Tutor on the DLC programme.

Lecturer II

Suitably qualified applicants for Lecturer II position must have a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Degree in Library and Information Studies from a recognized university. Such applicants must

possess minimum of two (2) years Part-Time teaching experience at tertiary institution level, in

addition qualified candidate should have at least four (4) publications in reputable LIS journals.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Applicants should forward their applications and Curriculum Vitae (20 copies) which must state

the following:

(a) Date of Birth (not Age)

(b) Marital Status

(c) State of Origin, L.G.A.

(d) Mobile Telephone Number

(e) E-mail Address

(f) Academic Qualifications

(g) Previous Work Experience

(h) Publications (if any)

(i) Names and Addresses of three (3) Referees

In addition, applicants should enclose two sets of Photostat copies of relevant credentials and address it to the Deputy Registrar, Human Resource & Development (Academic Staff), University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria, not later than six weeks from the date of this publication.

Applicants should request their referees to send reports on them with official Letterheads and under confidential cover. Such reports should indicate the position and the Department to which they applied and they should be directed to the Deputy Registrar Human Resource & Development (Academic Staff) University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria. Applicants are also required to indicate the position and Department to which they applied in the application as well as on the envelope containing the application. Only the applications of the shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

Shortlisted applicants would be required to make a departmental seminar presentation on a completed or on-going research work in their areas of interest before they are finally shortlisted for the oral interview.

SALARY SCALE

Assistant Lecturer CONUASS 2

Lecturer II              CONUASS 3

Source: University of Ibadan Bulletin, 4192, Special Release 11 April, 2019

Librarian Jobs@ Plateau State College of Health Technology, Pankshin

Applications are invited from interested suitably qualified candidates to fill in the vacant position below:

Job Title: Library Officer
Location: Plateau
Department: Library
Requirement

·         Candidates must possess National Diploma in Library Science from a recognized training Institution.

Remuneration
CONTEDISS 5² - Annual salary N449, 481.00.

Job Title: Library Attendant
Location: Plateau
Department: Library
Requirement

·         Applicants must possess a minimum of SSCE.

Remuneration
CONTEDISS 3² - Annual salary N323,774.00.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates are to collect Application Form from the office of the "Registrar" at the address below on the payment of a non-refundable fee of One Thousand (N1,000.00) Naira Only:
Registrar,
College of Health Technology, Pankshin,
Plateau State.

The completed forms along with the evidence of payment and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) are to be submitted to the "Office of the Registrar" via the address above.

Application Closing Date
22^nd April, 2019.

ASSOCIATION FOR HEALTH INFORMATION & LIBRARIES IN AFRICA (AHILA): 16TH CONFERENCE

Job @IFLA Headquarters: Conference and Events Officer

IFLA Headquarters: Conference & Events Officer

The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) Headquarters is looking for an experienced Conference & Events Officer to join a dynamic international team undertaking global projects.

Over the next ten years, IFLA aims to transform the library field and itself through concerted and coordinated efforts at the global, regional, and national level. Each year IFLA organizes the World Library and Information Congress in a different region of the world. The Congress brings together up to 4,000 librarians from over 130 countries in a face to face networking and learning event. It is the most international library conference in the world. IFLA also holds meetings at the regional level to work together with individual countries to assist libraries to more strongly benefit and impact their communities.

Location

IFLA Headquarters is located in The Hague (next to The Hague Central Station) in The Netherlands.

Position

This position is responsible for the organisation and programme planning of IFLA’s Annual Congress and other events.

Key Areas of Responsibility

·         Organise the congress cycle and its processes with the aim of ensuring a high level of participant satisfaction, annual surplus financial results and the raising of IFLA’s profile internationally;

·         Oversee the planning and day-to-day activities of the congress;

·         Develop successful relationships with the National Committees and the Professional Conference Organiser contracted by IFLA to produce the World Library and Information Congress;

·    Liaise with IFLA Officers, National Committees and the IFLA Governing Board and its committees on conference issues;

·         Provide advice to members and IFLA staff, the Governing Board and its committees;

·         Provide secretariat services to IFLA’s Conference Advisory Committee;

·         Develop policy proposals and services, and review existing practices;

·         Oversee grants and awards directly associated with attendance at the Congress;

·         Oversee the IFLA Corporate Supporter Programme and enhance fundraising opportunities;

·     Assist with the preparation and implementation of other IFLA events including two regional meetings per year and the President’s Meeting.

International travel is a requirement of this position.

Qualifications and Experience

·     A university degree in library and information science or relevant subject;

·  At least 5 years’ experience in developing and implementing successful international conferences and events;

·   Solid understanding of the conference management business;

·  Excellent analytical and planning ability, with demonstrated initiative and vision, and a solutions-oriented approach;

·   Experience in overseeing budgets and finances for events;

· Good understanding of the role and functions of an international professional member-based organisation;

· Outstanding people and teamwork skills, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to inclusive consultation and communication;

·   Ability to engage in the library and information services sector and represent the organisation in a variety of forums and countries;

·    Knowledge / awareness of issues in the information environment / the library profession;

·    Proven ability to manage complex events and achieve positive outcomes;

·    Highly developed written and spoken communication skills in English and the ability to target style to different audiences. IFLA works in seven official languages so a good knowledge of at least one of IFLA’s other languages would be advantageous.

Salary

The gross monthly salary offered will be EUR 3,660 per month in line with the Collective Agreement of Public Libraries in The Netherlands. You will also receive a holiday allowance (8% of your annual salary), an end of year bonus and enjoy 25 days of holidays per year. You will also participate in IFLA’s group pension scheme.

Closing date

The closing date is 25 March 2019. Due to the high volume of applications we are expecting to receive, interested candidates are advised to submit their applications as soon as possible.

How to apply

Please send your CV including a motivation letter addressing the responsibilities and skills required for the position in English to vacancies@ifla.org. Only candidates with valid documentation to work in The Netherlands will be considered.