University Librarian at University of Ilorin

Location: Ilorin, Kwara

Duties

• The University Librarian is a Principal Officer of the University, responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administration of the University Library and co-ordination of all Library services in the University, its College, Faculties, Institutes and other teaching and research units.
• As an academic unit, the successful candidate will be expected to give both administrative and academic leadership.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• The candidate, who must have had a minimum of fifteen (15) years cognate experience, should possess at least a Master's Degree in Library Science.
• A Doctorate Degree will be an added advantage. The candidate must show evidence of substantial contribution to knowledge through research and scholarly publications in reputable Journals.
• In addition, the candidate should have proficiency in management and administration, capability to initiate research and be knowledgeable in the application of Computer to Library operations and services.
• The ideal candidate should have been a Deputy University Librarian or its equivalent for not less than five (5) years.

Appointment

• The successful candidate shall hold office for a single term of five (5) years.

Conditions of Service

• The successful candidate shall hold office for a single term of five (5) years.

Salary
This and other conditions of service shall be as approved for University Librarians of Federal Universities by the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Governing Council of the University of Ilorin.