Institute Librarian at National Institute for Sports

The National Institute for Sports (NIS) was conceptualized in 1972. It was formally established in 1974 by the Administration of then Head of State and Commander in-Chief of Armed Forces of Nigeria, Gen. Yakubu Gowon based on the need by the government to improve Nigeria’s performance in international sporting competition. The Law granting its autonomy, Decree 31 was promulgated on the 8th of July 1992. The National Institute for Sports is a research and training Institute. It is a Parastatal of the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports.

The National Institute for Sports has it's educational arm situated in the National Stadium Complex, Surulere Lagos while the Athletes development centre is situated at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium Complex, Abuja.

In accordance with the provisions of the act establishing the Institute, the Director General/CEO on behalf of the Govening Council invites application from suitably qualified candidates with requisite experience to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Institute Librarian

Location: National Stadium, Surulere - Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

The Position of the Librarian

• The Institute Librarian is the head of the Institute's Library and shall be responsible to the Director General / CEO for the overall administration of the Institute Library, it's branches and extensions.
• He shall provide Library services for the entire Institute Community.

Requirements 

• The candidate for the post of Librarian must possess a minimum of a Master's Degree in Library Science from a recognised university.
• The candidate is also expected to:
  • Not be below the rank of a Deputy Librarian, who has spent at least three (3) years on the post.
  • Have a considerable number of scholarly publications in reputable journals.
  • Be a member of the following:
    • Librarian Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN)
    • Nigeria Library Association (NLA)
  • Be proficient in Information & Communication Technology (ICT) and relevant computer applications as applicable to the running of a modern library.
  • Have a strong knowledge of current Library technologies, including e-resource management and digital platforms.
  • Possess excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
  • Not be older than 55 years of age at the time of appointment.

Terms and Conditions of Service

• The Institute Librarian shall hold office for a single term of five (5) years only on such terms and conditions as may be specified in the letter of appointment.
• The remuneration and other conditions of service are as applicable to the post of Librarian In all Federal Research Institutes in Nigeria and as may be determined from time to time by the Federal Government and Governing Council of the Institute.

Application Closing Date
7th April, 2026.

Method of Application
Prospective applicants are required to submit twelve (12) type written copies of their applications addressed to "The Director General/CEO, National Institute For Sports", attached with full Curriculum Vitae prepared in the following order:

• Name in full (Surname last in block letters)
• Date and Place of Birth
• Nationality
• State of Origin / LGA
• Permanent Home Address
• Present Postal Address
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Marital Status
• Number and Ages of Children
• Educational Institutions Attended with Dates and Qualifications with Class of Degree obtained including Membership / Fellowship of Relevant Professional Bodies
• Work Experience including Full details of Former and Present Posts with Dates
• List of Publications
• Other Relevant Activities Outside Current Employment
• Major Professional Achievements, Contributions including Awards Received; and
• Names and Addresses of Three (3) Referees.

Applications shall be addressed and submitted in sealed envelopes marked "Post of Institute Librarian" on the top left corner to:
The Registrar,
National Institute For Sports,
National Stadium Complex,
Surulere, Lagos State.

Note

• Each applicant must submit names and addresses of three (3) referees who should be requested to forward their referee's reports to the office of the Registrar.
• All applications should reach the office of the Registrar within six (6) weeks from the date of publication of this advertisement.
• Applications received affer the deadline will not be considered.