University Librarian at Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano

Yusuf Maitama Sule University Kano is a Kano State Government owned university with a temporary campus located at the center of the city of Kano and a main campus located along Muhammadu Buhari Way along Kofar Kabuga - Kofar Ruwa Road in Kano State, Nigeria.

In accordance with the provisions of the Yusuf Maitama Sule University Law 2012 and in executing powers of the University Governing Council (on behalf) contained therein, the Hon. Commissioner hereby invites applications from internal and external suitably qualified candidates for the position below:

Job Title: University Librarian

Location: Kano

The Duties

• The University Librarian is responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the implementation of the policy of the University concerning the development of the University Library and the coordination of library services in the University and its faculties, departments and other teaching and research units.
• In accordance with section 14 of Yusuf Maitama Sule University Law 2012, the University Librarian shall hold office for a tenure of five (5) years.
• The candidates must have clean and impeccable records of service and demonstrate evidence of high level of professional competence.
• The candidates must possess high accountability, transparency, integrity and probity.

Qualifications and Experience
The candidates for the post of University Librarian shall possess the following qualifications and qualities:

• Must possess a Ph.D. Degree in Library and Information Science or Library Science obtained from a recognized institution and NYSC certificate.
• Possession of relevant and recognized professional qualifications obtained from any of the following professional bodies such as LRCN, NLA, IFLA, ALA, etc.
• Evidence of proficiency in IT and knowledge of Library databases.
• The applicants must have acquired a minimum of fifteen (15) years cognate experience, at least three (3) of which must have been as a Senior Librarian or a senior Lecturer in a University.
• The candidates must not be older than sixty (60) years as at the time of taking up the appointment.

Remuneration and Conditions of Service
The remuneration and other conditions of service are as applicable to the post of University Librarian in Nigerian Universities and as may be determined from time to time by the University Governing Council.

Application Closing Date
5th July, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should address and submit twelve (12) copies of their Curriculum Vitae, Certificates, other relevant credentials and as much supporting documents as will assist the University in the comprehensive assessment of the candidates' exposure, experience and capabilities under confidential cover with the envelope marked "POST OF THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN" to:
The Registrar and Secretary to the Council,
Yusuf Maitama Sule University,
P.M.B. 3220,
Kano State.

Note

• The applicants are advised to provide the names of three (3) referees and request them to provide confidential reports on the candidates under a confidential cover properly sealed in an envelope marked "REFEREE / POST OF UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN" at the top left corner of the envelope and deliver by courier, post or directly to: "The Registrar, Yusuf Maitama Sule University PMB 3220 Kano, Kano State".