Librarian at Federal Polytechnic, Ugep

Description

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

Qualifications and Experience
The candidate for the post must possess the following qualifications and qualities:

• Master's Degree from a recognized institution in Library Science or Library and Information Science, while possession of a Doctorate Degree (Ph.D) will be an added advantage.
• Have a minimum of second class lower division Degree or a minimum of Lower Credit in Higher National Diploma (HND) in Library Science or Library and information Science from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of eighteen (18) years cognate experience in tertiary institutions, at least eight (8) years of which must have been gained in a Polytechnic or similar TVET institution.
• Currently on the rank of a Chief Librarian from the Polytechnic sector with not less than Three (3) years 'experience on the rank.
• Demonstrate evidence of strong academic and administrative leadership, initiative and creativity in library policy formulation, good human relations and positive managerial attributes.
• Provide evidence of membership of professional body/bodies in Librarianship recognized by Federal Government.
• Provide evidence of scholarly publications in reputable journals as well as presentation of invited papers at educational/library conferences, seminars and workshops.
• Person who is not likely to pursue racial, gender, political, religious or other sectional interest.
• Morally sound, of impeccable character, proven integrity and free from financial embarrassment.
• Physically and mentally fit with evidence from a Government hospital); and
  be proficient in Information & Communication Technology (ICT).
• Not more than fifty-nine (59) years of age as at 16" March, 2026.

Terms of Appointment and Conditions of Service

• The appointment for all Principal Officers is for single tenure of five (5) years in line with extant provisions
• The salary is consolidated and the appointees shall enjoy any other benefits attached their positions as Principal Officers Government.