University Librarian at the Borno State University

Borno State University is in Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria. It was established in 2016. It is made up of four Faculties and College of Health Sciences as follows; Agriculture, Arts and Education, Sciences, Social and Management Sciences and College of Health Sciences. In addition, it has a Centre for Research & Development and Center for Kanuri Ajami and Qur'anic Studies.

In accordance with the relevant provisions of the University Laws, the Governing Council of the University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates with requisite qualifications and experience to fill the position below which will become vacant on or before 16th April, 2024:

Job Title: University Librarian

Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Contract

Job Description

• The University Librarian shall be a Principal Officer of the University, responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administration of the University Library and all other libraries in the University.

Qualities of the Applicant for the Post
Applicants for the post must possess the following:

• A good First Degree in any subject plus Ph.D Degree in Library Science and Information from a recognized Institution,
• At least fifteen (15) years working experience, ten (10) of which must be in a University.
• A strong evidence of contribution to Library and Information Sciences through research and publications in reputable journals,
• A good knowledge of ICT will be an added advantage.

Tenure

• The successful candidate shall hold office for a single term of five (5) years only beginning from effective date of appointment.

Conditons of Service
The Successful candidate for the post of a University Librarian shall be placed on consolidated salary of the University Librarian and will be entitled to the privileges of Principal Officer of the University.

Application Closing Date
3rd April, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submnit one (1) soft copy and twenty-five (25) hard copies of their typed Applications attached with photocopies of Certificates and Curriculum Vitae.

Applications are to be addressed and submitted in sealed envelopes marked at the top left-hand corner "Application for the post of University Librarian" to:
The Vice-Chancellor,
Borno State University,
P.M.B 1122,
Njimtilo, Kano Road,
Maiduguri, Borno State.

Note

• Prospective applicants are advised to request three (3) of their referees, one of whom must be Candidate's present or former Head of Department, to write reports under confidential cover directly to the Vice-Chancellor.
• Those below the Rank of Principal Librarian need not to apply