University Librarian at Bowen University

Bowen University is a licensed private institution owned by the Nigerian Baptist Convention and established in July 2001 with a commitment to high performance and adding a distinctly moral dimension and Godly value to tertiary education in Nigeria and beyond.

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

Job Title: University Librarian

Location: Iwo, Osun

Job Summary

• The University Librarian is the Academic and Professional Head of the University Library and shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day Administration and Management of the University Library and its branches; providing Library and Information Services for the entire University community.
• By virtue of his/her position, the University Librarian is a Principal Officer of the University.

Requirements

• Candidates must possess a good Honours Degree from a recognized University and a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science or its equivalent;
• Must fully understand the complexity of the University System and must be able to effectively utilize its human resources to develop a Library System that will fully support the aspirations of the University to attain world-class status;
• At least fifteen (15) years of relevant post-graduation experience in University Administration or similar Institution;
• Must be ICT compliant and able to move the University towards Virtual Library Applications and Platforms;
• Must be a Certified Librarian with evidence of Membership of recognized Professional Bodies (e.g., Nigerian Library Association (NLA));
• Possession of a Doctorate Degree will be an added advantage;
• Must be between 45 and 60 years of age as of the time of assumption of duty.

General Requirments:

• Must be a Christian, preferably of the Baptist Denomination, with a proven record of Visionary Leadership, Innovation, and Excellent communication skills
• Must be in sound physical and mental health, capable of effectively discharging the responsibilities of the office.

General Terms and Conditions of Service

• The appointments shall be for a single term of five (5) years only, on the terms and conditions as may be specified in the letters of appointments;
• Bowen University runs a unique remuneration package, which is similar and favourably compares with what obtains in other Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria; and as may be approved by the Governing Council from time to time;
• Fringe benefits include furnished accommodations, official vehicles and drivers and other benefits as approved by the Governing Council.

Application Closing Date
17th April, 2026. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application, Curriculum Vitae and all other necessary credentials giving information in the following format:

• Full name with surname first in capital letters
• Post applied for
• Date of birth, town and state of origin
• Nationality
• Religion and denomination;
• Current postal address, including GSM number and email address;
• Permanent home address;
• Marital status;
• Name of spouse and GSM number;
• Names and ages of children;
• Institutions attended with dates;
• Academic qualifications with dates;
• Membership of professional bodies;
• Work experience
• Scholarly publications, the link to Google Scholar, ORCID, SCOPUS and Research Gate (to be properly cited)
• Major conferences attended in the last five years with papers presented
• Present employment, status and salary;
• Service to national and international bodies
• Names and addresses of three (3) referees;
• Signature and date.

All Applications should be sent as attachments in PDF format to: apply@bowen.edu.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
And
Candidates are also requested to submit ten (10) copies of their Applications, Curriculum Vitae and necessary credentials under confidential cover in a sealed envelope marked "Post of Librarian, Bowen University, Iwo" to:
The Registrar,
Bowen University,
P.M.B. 284, Iwo,
Osun State, Nigeria.

Note

• The application should include candidate's statement of Vision and Mission for the University Library for the next five years in not more than 1,000 words;
• Referees should be contacted by each candidate to submit signed electronic copies of their report in PDF format to the same email address stated above, attesting to the academic and managerial abilities as well as moral character and uprightness of the candidate;
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be requested to make themselves available for the interview with the Selection Committee of the Governing Council on a selected date and time.