Polytechnic Librarian at Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi

The Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi was established in accordance with Decree No. 33 of 1979 based on the Federal Polytechnic Act (Cap 139) as amended by the Federal Polytechnics (Amendment) Decree No. 5 of 1993The Polytechnic located at Kilometer 15 along Dass/Tafawa Balewa Road was established in order to train middle and high level manpower for the Nigerian economy. The Institution runs full-time programmes at both National and Higher National Diploma (ND & HND) levels, which are all accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).

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

Job Title: Polytechnic Librarian

Location: Bauchi

Preamble

• The Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi hereby invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the post of the Polytechnic Librarian, of Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi.
• The Polytechnic Librarian is the Chief Library officer and shall be responsible to the Rector for the administration of the Polytechnic Library and the coordination of the library services in the teaching units of the Polytechnic.
• He/she is one of the Principal Officers of the Polytechnic.
• In addition to proven experience in library management and leadership, the successful candidate must have a demonstrable passion for academic endeavours and must also be credible.

Academic Qualifications and Qualities
The candidate for the post must possess the following qualifications and qualities:

• Master’s Degree from a recognized institution in Library Science or Library and Information Science, while possession of doctorate degree [Ph.D.] will be an added advantage
• Have a minimum of second class lower division degree or a minimum of Lower Credit in Higher National Diploma [HND] in Library Science or Library and Information Science from a recognized institution
• Minimum of eighteen [18] years cognate experience in tertiary institutions, at least ten [10] years of which must have been gained in a Polytechnic or similar TVET institution
• Currently on the rank of a Chief Librarian from the Polytechnic sector with not less than Five [5] years’ experience on the rank
• Demonstrate evidence of strong academic and administrative leadership, initiative and creativity in library policy formulation, good human relation and positive managerial attributes; (vi) Provide evidence of membership of professional body/bodies in Library recognized by Federal Government
• Provide evidence of scholarly publications in reputable journals as well as presentation of invited papers at educational/library conferences, seminars and workshops
• Person who is not likely to pursue, racial, gender, political, religious or other sectional interest
• Morally sound, of impeccable character, proven integrity and free from financial embarrassment
• Physically and mentally fit (with evidence from a Government hospital); and
• Proficient in Information & Communication Technology (ICT)
• Not more than fifty-nine [59] years of age as at date of application.

Terms of Appointment and Condition of Service

• The appointment is for a single tenure of five [5] years in line with extant provisions.
• The salary is consolidated and the appointee shall enjoy any other benefits attached to the position of a Principal Officer of the Polytechnic as approved by the Federal Government.

Deadline: 29th October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their typed written copies of their application letter, curriculum vitae and attached photocopies of all relevant documents to their applications (20) copies giving the details in the following order:

• Full names (Surname first and underlined)
• Date and place of birth
• State of origin and Local Government Area
• Nationality and how acquired
• Marital Status
• Number and ages of children
• Current postal address including phone number(s) and e-mail address
• Educational institutions attended with dates
• Academic and professional qualifications obtained with dates
• Academic/Scholarly Publications
• Membership of professional bodies/associations
• Honours and distinction (if any)
• Conferences attended and papers presented with dates
• Previous employer[s] and Post(s) held with dates
• Present employment to include status, duties and any other relevant experience
• Statement of own vision for the Polytechnic (20) copies
• Other activities outside current employment
• Names and addresses of three referees (employer, educational and personal) who are to forward confidential reports directly to the Registrar, Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi such referees should be able to attest to the candidate claim to high academic managerial capabilities as well as the candidate’s notable uprightness.

Additional Information:

• Applicants will be required to produce originals of the certificates and other relevant credentials if invited for Interview, photocopies will not be accepted.
• Applications are to be submitted in a sealed envelope and marked ‘Application for the post of Polytechnic Librarian’ at the top left hand corner and addressed to:

The Ag. Registrar,
Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi
P.M.B 0231, Bauchi,
Bauchi.

Note: Late application will not be entertained and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted