The Technical University Ibadan
(Tech-U) is a newly licensed tertiary institution, an initiative of the Oyo
State Government of Nigeria. It is founded on the principle of unique
innovation, research collaboration, exceptional service, integrity, excellence,
and the uplifting of human condition. We are therefore committed to the efficient
and responsible use of science, technology, engineering, and innovation in
solving societal problems, while maintaining a culture of entrepreneurship
anchored on quality programs that are responsive and financially suitable.
Applications
are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position below:
Job Title: University Librarian
Location: Oyo
Brief on Oyo State
Job Title: University Librarian
Location: Oyo
Brief on Oyo State
Oyo
State is located in the South-West geopolitical zone of Nigeria. Created in
1976 on the official creation of more States in Nigeria, it is made up of
cosmopolitan ethnic composition, with a total of 27,249sq km of land and
official population of 5,591,589 (2006 Census) comprising 2,809,840 males and
2,781,749 females, a higher percentage of which are youths.
Oyo State today boasts of about
10,000,000 inhabitants. With its 33 Local Governments and 35 Local Council
Development Authorities, Oyo State is the most urbanized of Nigeria’s States.
It is peopled by very enlightened and highly educated elites being a fallout of
the free education scheme of the earlier administrations. It remains the
intellectual capital of the nation having nested the premier University in
Nigeria.
Oyo State is a very special place with
a rich history of excellence and ground-breaking achievements in Africa. The
first TV Station, standardized stadium and university medical school in Africa
are all in Oyo State. It has as a matter of critical necessity set out to
produce fresh sets of technical hands, entrepreneurs, innovators and provide
blue collar jobs. It is in this quest to tap into our latent strengths to
rebuild our education structure that the Technical University was conceived.
Vision
Our
vision is Global, and we aim to be a world-class institution that is fully
grounded in entrepreneurial practices, unique innovation, sustainability
science, and commitment to International best practices.
Mission
Our
mission is to cultivate a cadre of technical professionals, with requisite
entrepreneurial skills, capable of creating jobs and employment. This will be
done by imparting sound theoretical knowledge, and practical skills in various
trades and disciplines to students, In this regard, our focus is to provide the
training and learning environment that produce exceptional graduates who are
socially conscious and technically competent.
Tech-U is committed to offering degree
programs of international standard through collaboration with international
institutions, among others, while appreciating the need for a phased
development to reach the desired goal through such international partnership.
Job Description
The
Librarian must be capable of articulating a strategic vision for the role of
the university library system in supporting the mission and objectives of the
institution, and should serve as advocate for the Libraries within the
university and larger community.
The Librarian is the chief
administrator for the University Libraries, and is responsible for the
successful administration of the Libraries in accordance with authorized
policies and procedures of the University.
Responsibilities
- Facilitates the continuing transformation of the University Libraries into a knowledge commons that integrates diverse resources, seeks new opportunities, engages with the community, collaborates with university units, and sustains a vibrant research and learning community.
- Creates an environment that facilitates research and scholarly activity with an understanding of innovative and traditional methods of information dissemination.
- Establishes a shared vision that promotes the University’s and the University Libraries’ mission.
- Implements a clear and concise strategic plan to advance that vision.
- Supports a culture of collegial governance.
- Fosters an organizational and educational climate that promotes and celebrates diversity.
- Communicates internally and externally regarding the University Libraries.
- Develops strong relationships with Deans of other units, the Provost, Vice Chancellor and other University administrators.
- Develops and maintains good relationships with students, faculty, staff and community
- Promotes and advocates for library programs that address the needs of students, staff, faculty,-and the community.
- Works with library and department heads, as well as external sources, to identify evaluate and implement programs that improve services and facilities enhance the quality of resources and increase operational efficiency within the libraries.
- Functions as fiscal officer for the library system and provides clear communication about its budget.
- Delegates authority to others for specific administrative tasks.
- Recruits, retains, and leads high-quality staff.
- Creates an environment which supports professional advancement.
- Acts as an advocate for the libraries and its staff.
- Fosters professionalism, diversity and a positive work/learning environment in the University Libraries,
- Enforces policies and regulations adopted by the University Council, the offices of the Vice Chancellor and University Provost, the Faculty Senate.
- Cultivates external relations and fundraising opportunities with public and private sectors in support of the University Libraries’ programs.
- Represents and promotes the University Libraries formally and informally to the University community and the world. -
- Participates actively in local, state, national, and international library organizations.
Qualifications
- The candidate must possess a Ph.D degree in Library and Information Science from a recognized University.
- Membership of a relevant professional body will be an advantage.
- Generally a minimum often (10) years of related experience.
- Familiarity with American tertiary education digital library system.
- Working knowledge of 3-D library systems
- Demonstrated working knowledge of current technology software, and automated library systems.
- Demonstrated leadership and excellent communication skills.
- Evidence of sustained participation in professional development activities.
Application Closing Date
3rd April, 2017.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit two page statement, Resume which should including names and addresses of three (3) referees with cover letter and sent electronically and hard media respectively to: thetechnicaluniversity@oyostate.gov.ng and
Room 012,
Office of The Governor,
State Government Secretariat,
Agodi, Ibadan,
Oyo State.
Note: Candidates are advised to study the University Vision, Mission, Core Values and Briefs for the position.
3rd April, 2017.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit two page statement, Resume which should including names and addresses of three (3) referees with cover letter and sent electronically and hard media respectively to: thetechnicaluniversity@oyostate.gov.ng and
Room 012,
Office of The Governor,
State Government Secretariat,
Agodi, Ibadan,
Oyo State.
Note: Candidates are advised to study the University Vision, Mission, Core Values and Briefs for the position.
