Polytechnic Librarian at Kaduna Polytechnic

Functions & Duties
The Polytechnic Librarian is a Principal Officer of the Polytechnic and is responsible to the Rector for the day-to-day running/administration of the Polytechnic Library.

His/her functions shall include among others:

• Responsible for the smooth running of the library,
• Preparation of the Library budgets and estimates,
• Responsible for the overall Library policy and liaising with other departments,
• Engaging in matters of common interest to the Polytechnic,
• Perform other duties that might be assigned by the Rector from time to time.

Qualifications & Experience
The candidate for the Polytechnic Librarian must:

• Possess MLS (Library & Information Science) from a recognized Institution, plus at least 19 years cognate experience in Polytechnic Library, ten (10) of which must be at the Library management position.
• Be a registered member of a recognized relevant professional body i.e. Librarian Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN).
• Have occupied the position of a Chief Librarian in an Institution of Higher Learning preferably in a Polytechnic.
• Must not be more than 60 years of age at the time he/she assumes duty.
• Produce evidence of scholarly publications in reputable Journals.

Terms of Appointment
The successful candidates shall hold the office for a single tenure of five (5) years and no more in line with the Federal Polytechnics (Amendment) Act, 2019. The salary and other conditions of service are as approved by the National Salaries and Wages Commission.