Librarian at the Federal University Otuoke (FUO)

The Federal University Otuoke (FUO) is one of the Federal Universities established by the Federal Government of Nigeria in February 2011 in cognisance of the need to bridge the great divide between the educationally advantaged and disadvantaged sections of the country, especially areas where universities were lacking.  Cited in the serene and secure Otuoke Community, at the heart of the oil-rich Niger-Delta region of Bayelsa State, the University which is 21 kilometres south of the state capital Yenagoa, occupies an expanse of 200 hectares (494 acres).

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Librarian

Location: Otuoke, Bayelsa

Responsibilities 

• The University Librarian is a Principal Officer and head of the university’s Library and shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administration of the University Library, its branches, and extension and for providing services for the entire University Community.

Qualification and Experience
Candidates for this post must:

• Possess a Ph.D. in Library Science.
• Have evidence of scholarly publications related to Library/Information Science in reputable journals and books.
• Have a minimum of twelve (12) years cognate experience in University Library.
• Have spent five (5) years as a Deputy Librarian or equivalent in the University System.
• Be a member of the Librarian Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN) as well as the Nigerian Library Association (NLA).
• Be not more than sixty (60) years on assumption of duty.
• Be ICT competent.

The Candidate:

• The candidate must possess sufficient evidence of continued scholarship and contribution to knowledge through publication in reputable peer-reviewed outlets, management of technical skills, competence, and relevant administrative experience of the library.
• Candidates are expected to be innovative with strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must have knowledge of the vision, mission, and strategies of the Federal Government as it relates to the development and management of University Libraries, and must demonstrate the ability to initiate research and implement positive reforms in the University Library System.

Salary and Conditions of Service

• The terms and conditions of service of the University Librarian shall be as obtainable in Federal Universities and as determined from time to time by the Federal Government of Nigeria.

Application Closing Date
18th November, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit fifteen (15) type-written copies of their application letters which must include Academic and Professional qualifications, Birth Certificate or Statutory Declaration of Age, list of publications if any, verifiable evidence of work experience and Curriculum Vitae (CV) that include the following information:

• Full Name
• Post Desired
• Date of Birth
• Place of Birth
• State of Origin
• Nationality
• Permanent Home Address
• Current Postal Address
• E-mail Address
• Telephone Number
• Marital Status
• Academic Qualifications (with dates)
• Professional Qualification (with dates)
• Working Experience, General and Specific Experiences (with dates)
• Extra-Curricular Activities

The application shoud be submitted in an envelope with the post applied for clearly written at the top right-hand corner of the envelope, addressed and sent to:
The Registrar and Secretary to the Governing Council,
Federal University Otuoke
Bayelsa State.

Note

• Reference Letters:
  • Candidate should request their referees to send under confidential cover their independent reports to the Vice-Chancellor with full details of the applicant and the post applied for, not later than the closing date of this advertisement.
  • The reference letter should be marked CONFIDENTIAL on the right-hand corner of the envelope.
• Eligibility for Interview: Only candidates whose applications are shortlisted will be invited for an interview.