University Librarian at the Federal University Kashere

The Federal University, Kashere hereby announces that the position of University Librarian is vacant and therefore applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: University Librarian

Location: Gombe

Job Description

• The University Librarian is a Principal Officer and is the Head of the University's Library.
• Candidates for the post shall be visionary arid have the ability to provide good leadership.
• Possess personal integrity and demonstrate transparency in private and public life.
• Must be able to command the respect and loyalty of staff of the University.

Responsibilities

• The University Librarian will be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the overall administration of the University Library and the coordination of the Library services in the University and its Campuses, Colleges, Faculties, Schools, Departments, Institutes and other Teaching and Research Units.

Qualification
Candidates should possess the following:

• Be a professionally qualified and a practicing Librarian;
• Posses a good honours degree and a PhD in Library and Information Science from a recognised University, with at least twenty (20) 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 possess proven records of sound administrative leadership.
• Be a registered member of the Library Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN).
• Be computer literate and proficiency in relevant computer applications.

Remuneration
The salary and conditions of service for the University Librarian shall be as obtainable in the Federal Universities in Nigeria.

Application Closing Date
23rd March, 2015

Method of Application
Candidates should forward fifteen (15) word-processed applications and fifteen (15) copies of detailed Curriculum Vitae with copies of credentials to:

The Registrar,
Federal University, Kashere,
P.M.B. 0182,
Gombe State.

The curriculum vitae should highlight the following:

• Full Name (Surname first in capital letters);
• Place and Date of Birth
• Nationality
• State of Origin & Local Government Area;
• Permanent Home Address;
• Present Postal Address/GSM Numbers/E-mail Address;
• Marital Status;
• Number and Ages of Children (if any);
• Educational Institutions Attended with Dates;
• Academic Qualifications Obtained with Dates;
• Professional Qualifications Obtained with Dates;
• Working Experience including full details of former and present post(s);
• Full details of teaching and research experience and service to the Nation and immediate community where applicable;
• List of Publications where applicable;
• Honours/Distinctions;
• Extra-Curricular Activities;
• Position applied for;
• Names and Addresses of three referees.

Note:

• Candidates' submissions should be forwarded in an envelope which should have the position applied for clearly indicated on its left-hand corner.
• Candidates should also request their three Referees to send reports on them, under confidential cover, direct to the Registrar, Federal University Kashere. The Referees should also be informed to indicate the position and Departments applied for.