Polytechnic Librarian at the Federal Polytechnic, Monguno

The Federal Polytechnic Monguno is one of the two (2) new Federal Polytechnic of higher learning institutions established by the federal Government alongside Wannune in Benue State. The Polytechnic was created on the 5 January, 2021 vide a letter DHE/POLY/39/C.1/1/77. Federal Polytechnic Monguno was located in Monguno local government area of Borno State, the temporary site located along Maiduguri-Monguno road. A little away from the Monguno Community, the permanent site of the Polytechnic is still under construction. Monguno town is about 133 Kilometers away from Maiduguri city. The people mostly farmers and fishermen, the coordinate of the area is (12° 14′0′′N 13°36′0′′E). The Staff Strength of the Polytechnic as at 2022 is Two-hundred and thirty-six (236) both Academic and Non-Academic Staff.

The Governing Council of the Polytechnic invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates for the position below which will become vacant on 16th July, 2023:

Job Title: Polytechnic Librarian

Location: Monguno, Borno

The Position

• The Polytechnic Librarian is the Chief Library Officer and shall be responsible to the Rector for the administration of the Polytechnic Library and 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:

• A Master's Degree from a recognized Institution in Library Science or Library and Information Science;
• Have a minimum of Second Class Lower division Degree or minimum of Lower Credit in Higher National Diploma (HND) in Library Science or Library and Information Science from a recognized Institution;
• A Doctorate Degree (Ph.D) from a recognized Institution in Library Science or Library and Information Science is an added advantage.
• A minimum of eighteen (18) years teaching experience in tertiary Institutions, at least eight (8) years of which must have been gained in a Polytechnic or similar TVET Institution;
• Be currently on the rank of a Chief Librarian from the Polytechnic Sector with not less than three (3) years experience on the rank;
• Not more than fifty-nine (59) years of age as at 16/07/2023 (date the post will become vacant).
• 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;
• Be a person who is not likely to pursue racial, gender, political, religious or other sectional interest;
• Be morally sound, of impeccable character, proven integrity and free from financial embarrassment;
• Be physically and mentally fit [with evidence from a Government hospital]; and
• Be proficient in Information and Communication Technology (ICT).

Terms of 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 any other benefits attached to the position of a Principal Officer of the Polytechnic as approved by the Federal Government.

Application Closing Date
16th July, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit 20 copies each of their Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae and attach photocopies of all relevant Documents to their applications, giving the details in the following order:

• Full Name (Surname first and underlined)
• Date and Place of Birth
• State of Origin and Local Government Area
• Nationality and how acquired
• Marital Status
• Number and Ages of Children
• Current Postal Address including Telephone Number and e-mail address
• Educational Institutions attended with dates
• Academic and Professional Qualifications obtained with dates Membership of Professional Bodies / Association
• Honours and Distinctions (if any)
• Academic / Scholarly Publications
• Conferences attended and Papers presented 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
• Names and Addresses of three (3) Referees (Employer, Educational and Personal) who 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.

Applications are to be submitted in a sealed envelope and marked 'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF POLYTECHNIC LIBRARIAN' at the top left hand corner and addressed to:
The Registrar,
The Federal Polytechnic Monguno,
P.M.B. 1066, Maiduguri,
Borno State, Nigeria.

Note

• Candidates should advice their three (3) Referees to forward Confidential Reports on them directly to the Registrar, The Federal Polytechnic, Monguno Borno-State,.
• Applicants will be required to produce originals of the Certificates and other relevant credentials, if invited for interview, photocopies will not be accepted.
• Previous holders of the position in any Tertiary Institution need not apply.
• Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.