University Librarian at Hallmark University

Hallmark University, a Federal Republic of Nigeria Government licensed University established by the Vivian Fowler Trust Foundation, is the culmination of the ideas, experiences and vision of Chief Dr. (Mrs.) Leila Fowler, the force behind the Foundation.

Hallmark University is situated on a 110-hectare parcel of land in Ijebu-Itele along the Shagamu-Ore expressway in Ogun State, Nigeria.

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: University Librarian

Location: Ogun
 
Job Description

• The University Librarian is a Principal Officer of the University, responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administration of the University Library including the co-ordination of Library services in all Faculties, Departments and other teaching and research units of the University.
• The University Librarian shall ensure proper utilization of the budgetary allocations to the Library for development.
• The University Librarian is a member of the University Management Committee who provides both academic and administrative leadership to staff in the University Library.

Qualifications and Experience
Candidate for this post shall:

• Be professionally qualified and be a practising Librarian.
• Posess a good honours degree of a recognized University with at least (15) fifteen 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 application.
• A Ph. D. degree in Library Science will be an advantage.

Tenure

• The appointment is for a term of five (5) years, renewable for a second term of five (5) years only based on satisfactory performance.

Remuneration
Hallmark University operates a unique remuneration package, which is similar to what obtains in other tertiary institutions.

Application Closing Date
Thursday, 3rd September, 2015.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit 20 type-written copies of their applications and Curriculum Vitae, giving information in the following format:

• Full names with surname in capitals
• Date of birth, town and state of origin
• Nationality
• Current postal address including GSM telephone number and E-mail address
• Permanent home address
• Marital status
• Names and ages of children
• Institutions attended with dates
• Academic qualifications
• List of publications in details
• Working experience
• Present employment, status, salary and employer
• Extra-curricular activities
• Names and addresses of 3 referees, who should forward their reports under confidential cover directly to the "Registrar, Hallmark Univeristy, Ijebu-Itele".

Applications should be submitted under confidential cover in seated envelopes marked: "Post of (Job Title)" to:
The Vice Chancellor,
Hallmark University,
Ijebu-Itele,
Ogun State.