University Librarian

Description

• The University Librarian is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the University Library and library services. The candidate should provide good leadership, command respect, and loyalty from library staff. Personal integrity, transparency, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are crucial.

Requirements for the Candidate

• Good honours Degree and a recognized professorial qualification in Librarianship
• At least ten years post-qualification experience in the library of a higher educational institution
• Several scholarly publications, administrative experience, and ability to provide academic leadership

Age Requirement:

• Candidates for the position of University Librarian must be below the age of 60 years at the point of assumption of duty.

Terms and Conditions of Service

• Successful candidates shall hold their respective offices for a single term of five 5 years each, on such conditions as may be specified in the letter of appointment.
• The remuneration and other conditions of service applicable to the positions are as may be determined from time to time by the State Government/Governing Council of the University.