University Librarian at Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD)

Job Description

• The University Librarian is a Principal Officer of the University who is responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administration of the University Library and its branches as well as for providing leadership in advancing the University's teaching, learning and research goals through effective management of library resources and services.

Duties and Responsibilities
The University Librarian shall:

• Oversee the overall administration of the University Library and its satellite libraries.
• Formulate and implement library policies and strategies in line with the University's vision.
• Ensure the effective development, management, and preservation of information resources in print and electronic formats.
• Promote digital transformation of library services to enhance teaching, learning, and research.
• Supervise and develop library staff for optimal performance.
• Maintain collaboration with national and international library associations and institutions.
• Serve as Secretary to the University Library Committee.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Vice-Chancellor.

Qualification and Experience
Applicants should:

• Possess a Ph.D Degree in Library and Information Science or related field from a recognized University.
• Have at least fifteen (15) years of post-qualification experience, with not less than five (5) years at a senior management level (e.g., Deputy University Librarian) in an academic library.
• Be a professionally qualified Librarian, registered with the Librarians' Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN).
• Demonstrate evidence of scholarly publications in reputable journals and contribution to knowledge in Library and Information Science.
• Possess strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Be ICT-profficient and innovative in digital library management.
• Must not be more than fifty (50) years of age at the time of appointment.

Tenure and Conditions of Service

• The University Librarian shall hold office for a single term of five (5) years and shall be eligible for reappointment for one further term, subject to satisfactory performance.
• Remuneration and conditions of service are highly attractive and comparable to what obtains in other world-class institutions.