Polytechnic Librarian at the National Institute of Construction Technology and Management (NICTM)

The National Institute of Construction Technology and Management, Uromi, Edo State is a Federal Polytechnic with the functions of providing technology, training and development of techniques in Applied Science, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Business Studies, as well as other spheres of learning.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Polytechnic Librarian

Location: Uromi, Edo

Job Summary

• The Polytechnic Librarian is the Chief Library Officer of the Polytechnic and shall be responsible to the Rector for the administration of the Polytechnic Library and the coordination of the library services in the teaching units of the Polytechnic.
• He/she is one of the Principal Officers of the Polytechnic. In addition to proven experience in library management and leadership, successful candidates must have a demonstrable passion for academic endeavours and must be a person of proven integrity. 

Requirements
The candidate for the post must possess the following qualifications and qualities:

• Master's Degree from a recognized institution in Library Science or Library and Information Science, while possession of a doctorate degree (Ph.D) will be an added advantage.
• Have a minimum of second-class lower division degree or a minimum of Lower Credit in Higher National Diploma (HND) in Library Science, Information Science or Library and Information Science from a recognized institution.
• At least fifteen (15) years cognate experience in tertiary institutions, with at least ten (10) years of which must have been in a Polytechnic or similar TVET institution.
• Five (5) years’ experience as a Chief Librarian from the Polytechnic sector or its equivalent with not less than five (5) years on the rank.
• Considerable evidence of experience in administrative leadership, initiative and creativity in library development with positive managerial attributes.
• Must be registered with the relevant professional body/bodies or library recognized by Federal Government regulatory agencies.
• Evidence of scholarly publications in reputable journals as well as presentation of papers in conferences, workshops and seminars.
• Provide evidence of membership of a reputable professional association.
• Be morally sound, of impeccable character and free from financial embarrassment.
• Physically and mentally fit.
• Proficient in Information and Communication Technology (ICT), especially in the use of Microsoft word, Excel and other relevant packages.
• Not more than fifty-nine (59) years of age as at the date of application.

Terms of Appointment& Condition of Service

• The appointment is for a single tenure of five (5) years in line with extant provisions. 
• The salary is consolidated and the appointee shall enjoy any other benefits attached to the position of Principal Officer of the Polytechnic as approved by the Federal Government.

Application Closing Date
14th April, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit 20 copies of their Applications / Curriculum Vitae, giving information in the order listed below:

• Full Names (Surname first and underlined)
• Date and place of birth
• State of Origin and Local Government Area
• Nationality and how acquired
• Marital status
• Current Postal Address including telephone number and email address
• Educational Institutions attended with dates
• Academic and Professional qualifications obtained with dates
• Membership of Professional Bodies/association
• Honours and Distinctions (if any)
• Academic/Scholarly Publications
• Conferences attended and papers presented with dates
• Previous Employer(s) and Post(s) held with dates
• Present Employment to include status, duties and any other relevant experience
• Statement of own vision for the Polytechnic (20 copies)
• Extra-Curricular activities
• Names and addresses of three (3) Referees (Employer, Educational and Personal) who are to forward confidential reports directly to the Registrar, National Institute of Construction Technology and Management, Uromi. Such referees should be able to attest to the candidate’s claim to high Academic and Managerial capabilities as well as to the candidate’s notable uprightness.

Applications are to be marked "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF POLYTECHNIC LIBRARIAN" at the top left-hand corner of the sealed envelope and addressed to:
The Registrar,
National Institute of Construction Technology and Management,
P.M.B. 005, Uromi,
Edo State.

Note

• Applicants will be required to produce originals of the certificates and other relevant credentials if invited for an interview, photocopies will not be accepted.
• Late application will not be entertained and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.