Polytechnic Librarian at Federal Polytechnic, Idah

The Federal Polytechnic, Idah, formerly Idah College of Technology, is a federal government-owned tertiary education institution that was established in 1977 in Idah, Kogi State. It is approved by the National Board for Technical Education and it also offers National Diploma and Higher National Diploma courses at undergraduate levels with the aim of training competitive manpower for development.

The Polytechnic hereby invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below which will be vacant from 6th September, 2026:

Job Title: Polytechnic Librarian

Location: Idah, Kogi
Job Type: Full time

About the Role

• 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 the proven experience in library management and leadership, the successful candidate must have a demonstrable passion for academic endeavours and must also be credible.

Academic Qualification 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 ten (10) years of which must have been gained in a Polytechnic or similar TVET institution;
• Currently on the rank of 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 publication 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 Government Hospital);
• Proficient in Information and Communication Technology (ICT); and
• Not more than fifty-nine (59) years of age as at 6th September, 2026.

Terms or Appointment and 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 all other benefits attached to the position of a Principal Officer of the Polytechnic as approved by the Federal Government.

Application Closing Date
13th Mary, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit twenty (20) copies of their typed written Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae and attach photocopies of all relevant documents to their applications. The CV should the following the details:

• Full Name (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/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 (20 copies)
• Other activities outside current employment

All applications are to be submitted in a sealed envelope and marked "Application for the Post of Polytechnic Librarian" at the top left-hand corner addressed to:
The Registrar,
The Federal Polytechnic Idah,
P.M.B 1037, Idah,
Kogi State.

Important Information

• Names and address of three (3) Referees (Employer, Educational and Personal) are to forward Confidential Reports directly to the Registrar, Federal Polytechnic, Idah. 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.
• Applicants will be required to produce originals of their certificates and other relevant credential if invited for interview, photocopies will not be accepted.
• Please note that late application will not be entertained and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.