University Librarian at West Midlands Open University

West Midlands Open University, emphasizes on Business and Management Studies, and is recognized nationally and internationally for excellence in teaching, research, and public service. We are a dynamic and modern institution serving lifelong educational needs of individuals, business and society in general.

We invite applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position below:

Job Title: University Librarian

Location: Ikeja, Lagos

Job Summary

• The University Librarian is responsible for the overall administration, development, and management of the University Library and its services in support of teaching, learning, research, and community service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the development and modernization of library services.
• Manage both physical and digital library resources, including acquisition, cataloguing, and access systems.
• Develop and implement policies for effective library operations and user services.
• Support academic staff and students with research, information literacy, and access to scholarly resources.
• Oversee library automation, digital repositories, and e-library services.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare budgets, reports, and development plans for the library.
• Supervise and train library staff.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A good Bachelor's Degree in Library and Information Science or a related field.
• A PhD in Library and Information Science or a related discipline.
• Must be a professionally qualified librarian with membership of relevant bodies such as Nigerian Library Association.
• 10–15 years cognate experience in academic or research libraries, with at least 5 years at a senior management level.
• Demonstrated experience in digital library systems, e-resources management, and library automation.
• Strong leadership, administrative, and organizational skills.
• Evidence of scholarly publications in reputable journals.
• Proficiency in ICT and modern library technologies.

Tenure:

• The appointment shall be for a single term of five (5) years, on such terms and conditions as may be specified in the letter of appointment.

Application Closing Date
13th May, 2026. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to the "Registry Office" via: recrultment@westmidlands.university using the "Application for the position of University Librarian" as the subject of the mail. 

Eligible candidates can also forward 3 (three) copies of their applications in properly sealed envelopes with position applied for indicated on top left corner and addressed to:
The Registrar,
West Midlands Open University,
1A Oba Akran Avenue Road,
Ikeja, Lagos State. 

Detailed Guidance
Personal Details:

• Full Name (Surname first, in capital letters);
• Declaration of Change of Name;
• Place and Date of Birth;
• State of Origin & Local Government Area;
• Nationality;
• Permanent Home Address;
• Present Postal Address;
• Mobile Telephone Numbers; and
• Email Address.

Work Experience:

• Work Experience, including full details of former and present posts;

Qualifications:

• Educational Institutions Attended, with Dates;
• Academic Qualifications Obtained, with Dates;
• Professional Qualifications Obtained, with Dates;
• List of Publications (where applicable); and
• Honours and Distinctions.

General Other:

• Marital Status;
• Number and Ages of Children (if any); and
• Extra-Curricular Activities.