@abiodun.oteoda: FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, ILARO P.M.B. 50, ILARO, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT VACANCY FOR THE POSITION OF THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN PREAMBLE The Federal University of Technology, Ilaro was established by Act No. 8 of 2024 through the conversion of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro which was established by Decree No. 33 of July 25, 1979 on a temporary site provided by its host community, the ancient town of Ilaro, Ogun State. The Federal University of Technology, Ilaro hereby invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the post of the UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN of the Federal University of Technology, Ilaro which will become vacant on 1st January, 2027. THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN The University Librarian is the Chief Library Officer and shall be responsible to the Vice Chancellor for the administration of the University Library and the co-ordination of the Library services in the teaching units of the University. He/she is one of the Principal Officers of the University. 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: i. A successful manager of human and material resources; ii. Good Honours Degree and higher Degrees (MLS, Ph.D) from a recognised Institution in Library Science or Library and Information Science; iii. Have a minimum of Second-Class Lower Division Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from a recognised Institution; iv. Minimum of Fifteen (15) years post qualification cognate experience in Library of an Academic Institution and must have served as Head of several major Divisions in such Library; v. Currently on the rank of a Deputy Librarian or its equivalent from Tertiary sector with not less than five (5) years’ experience on the rank; vi. Demonstrate evidence of strong academic and administrative leadership, initiative and creativity in Library policy formulation, good human relations and positive managerial attributes; vii. Provide evidence of membership of Professional Body/Bodies in Library recognised by Federal Government; viii. Provide evidence of scholarly publications in national and international reputable journals as well as presentation of invited papers at educational/Library conferences, seminars and workshops; ix. Person who is not likely to pursue racial, gender, political, religious or other sectional interest; x. Morally sound, of impeccable character, proven integrity and free from financial embarrassment; xi. Physically and mentally fit (with evidence from a Government hospital); xii. Must be conversant with modern trends in Library Automation; xiii. Proficient in Information & Communication Technology (ICT); and xiv. Not more than fifty-nine (59) years of age as at 1st January, 2027. 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 University as approved by the Federal Government. METHOD OF APPLICATION Applicants are required to submit Twenty (20) copies of their typed written application letter, curriculum vitae and attach photocopies of all relevant documents to their applications, giving the details in the following order: a. Full names (surname first and underlined) b. Date and place of birth c. State of Origin and Local Government Area d. Nationality and how acquired e. Marital status f. Current Postal Address including telephone number and email address

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