Polytechnic Librarian at Auchi Polytechnic

Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi was established in 1973 as a first generation and well-established Federal Polytechnic with the function of providing technology-based education, training and development of skills. It has three campuses all located along the Benin-Auchi-Okene highway.

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

Job Title: Polytechnic Librarian

Location: Edo
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 5 years

Description

• The Institution hereby invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the post of The Polytechnic Librarian of Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi, which will become vacant on 30th July, 2025.

Job Details

• The Polytechnic Librarian is the Chief Library Officer and shall be responsible to the Rector for the administration of the Polytechnic Library and the co-ordination 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, the successful candidate must have a demonstrable passion for academic endeavours and must also be credible.

Academic Qualifications and Qualities
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 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 or Library and Information Science from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of eighteen (18) years cognate experience in tertiary institutions, at least five (5) years of which must have been gained in a Polytechnic or similar TVET institution.
• Currently on the rank of a Chief Librarian from the Polytechnic sector with not less than five (5) years' experience on the rank.
• Demonstrate evidence of strong academic and administrative leadership, initiative and creativity in library policy formulation, good human relation and positive managerial attributes.
• Provide evidence of membership of professional body/bodies in Library recognized by the Federal Government.
• Provide evidence of scholarly publications in reputable journals as well as presentation of invited papers at educational/library conferences, seminars and workshops.
• Person who is not likely to pursue racial, gender, political, religious or other sectional interests.
• Morally sound, of impeccable character, proven integrity and free from financial embarrassment.
• Physically and mentally fit (with evidence from a Government hospital).
• Proficient in Information & Communication Technology (ICT).
• Not more than fifty-nine (59) years of age as at 30/07/2025 (the date the post will become vacant).

Terms of Appointment and Conditions 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 a Principal Officer of the Polytechnic as approved by the Federal Government.

Application Closing Date
28th May, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit twenty (20) copies of their type written Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae and attach photocopies of all relevant documents, giving the details in the following order:

• Full Names (Surname first and underlined).
• Date and place of birth.
• State of Origin and Local Government Area.
• Nationality and how it was 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/Associations.
• 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, twenty (20) copies.
• Other activities outside current employment.
• Names and addresses of three (3) Referees (Employer, Educational and Personal) who are to forward confidential Reports directly to the Registrar, Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi, 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.

All Applications are to be submitted in a sealed envelope and marked 'Application For The Post Polytechnic Librarian' at the top left-hand corner, addressed to:
The Registrar, Auchi Polytechnic,
P.M.B. 13, Auchi,
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.
• Please, note that late applications will not be entertained, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.