About this role
The position is for a University Librarian at Federal University Dutse in Dutse, Jigawa. The role involves overseeing the university library system and coordinating library services across campuses, faculties, departments and research units. The candidate should have substantial experience in library leadership, ICT proficiency and a track record of research contributions. The appointment requires a PhD in Library and Information Science, a first degree, and professional library registration, with extensive public service and university library experience. Applications close on 23 November 2026 and must include multiple copies of documents and referees as part of a sealed submission.
What you would do
- Oversee the university library system
- Coordinate library services across campuses, faculties, departments and research units
- Demonstrate research contributions and publications
- Manage ICT and library automation initiatives
- Uphold integrity and effective communication within the library
- Ensure compliance with professional library standards
- Liaise with relevant professional bodies
- Oversee staffing and general administration of the library
- Contribute to strategic planning for library services
- Represent the library in university governance where required
What they are asking for
- Age not older than 65 by 12 April 2027
- Evidence of research contributions and publications in reputable journals
- First degree and PhD in Library and Information Science
- Experience in library automation and ICT proficiency
- Good communication skills and high integrity
- NYSC discharge or exemption certificate
- Registration with relevant professional library association or body
- Rank of Reader or Deputy University Librarian or higher with at least 15 years of continuous public service, including 10 years in a university library
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