University Librarian at the Niger Delta University (NDU)

The Niger Delta University (NDU), established in 2000, is a Bayelsa State Government funded University which is located in Wilberforce Island (an island of great historic significance) about 30 kilometers from Yenagoa - Bayelsa State capital. The biodiversity of the extensive surrounding landscape opens opportunities for various collaborative research activities.

Since academic activities started in 2001 / 2002 session, we have grown from an intake of 1039 students to a thriving population of more than 20,000 students and 3518 academic and non-academic staff with a main campus and a College of Health Sciences campus in Wilberforce Island and a satellite campus housing the Faculty of Law in the State capital. In NDU, we provide our students with the opportunity to change their lives in a friendly environment. Our academic and non-academic staff are creating a conducive academic environment focusing on the development of the abilities of students. The existing twelve faculties provide diverse opportunities.

The Governing Council wishes to commence the process for the selection and appointment for a vacant position and hereby invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: University Librarian

Location: Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa

Job Summary

• The University Librarian shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administration of the University Library and the co-ordination of library services in the University and its campuses, colleges, faculties, schools, departments, institutes and other teaching or research units.
• The University Librarian shall hold office for a single term of five years.

Requirements
The candidate is expected to: 

• Not be below the rank of a Deputy Librarian/Associate Professor for at least five (5) years
• Not be more than Sixty (60) years of age on assumption of office
• Be knowledgeable in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and must show evidence of thorough understanding of the application of new technologies to Library operations and services
• Show sufficient evidence of contribution to knowledge through research and scholarly publications in reputable journals within and outside Nigeria
• Be able to provide leadership and possess the disposition and ability to effectively manage the relationship between Library Staff, Users and Stakeholders
• Be someone who has not been convicted by a competent court of law
• Present a certificate of medical fitness from a reputable Government hospital which will be subjected to verification by the University
• Be a chartered member of the Librarian Registration Council of Nigeria.
• Appointment is by interview in line with the Niger Delta University Law

Remuneration
Appointment shall be on such terms and conditions as are specified in the Letter of Appointment. Salaries, allowances and fringe benefits are as prevalent in the Niger Delta University.

Application Closing Date
Friday, 17th July, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates who meet the conditions are required to submit Nine (9) copies of their Applications including their recent Curriculum Vitae and Credentials with the names of three (3) Referees) in an envelope sealed and marked "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN".

All applications and references should be addressed and submitted under confidential cover to:
The Registrar & Secretary to Council,
Niger Delta University,
Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State.

Note: Candidates should also request their referees to send references directly to the Registrar, Niger Delta University.