Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi

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Internal and External Advertisement

Vacancy for the Post of University Librarian

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Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the post of University Librarian, Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi.

2. Qualification and Experience:

A person shall not be qualified to be appointed the University Librarian unless:

1. he is a Professor;
2. he has at least fifteen (15) years post-qualification experience in university administration;
3. he has considerable background in research with a minimum of 30 points in high quality publications and a minimum of 15 publications in circulation and three acceptances. Should be principal author in at least 50% of joint publications and not more than 50% of publications should come from journals/publishing houses based in locality;
4. he has continuous productive research activity with the achievement of the status of an acknowledged authority in area of specialization;
5. he is involved in dissemination of knowledge through academic and professional activities;
6. he has administrative ability and experience;
7. he has impeccable integrity and character.

3. The University:

The Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi was established in 1991 by the Government of Benue State, as the first State-owned University in Northern Nigeria. The University's Mission is to be centre of excellence, creating knowledge and developing a complete person capable of not only responding to the cultural, political and economic needs of the environment, but also setting the agenda for change.

4. The Position:

The University Librarian is the Administrative Head of the Library and shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administration of the University Library. The University Librarian shall also be responsible for the administration of the Library Services in the University and its Campuses, Faculties, Colleges, Departments, Centres and Research Units.

5. Conditions of Service:

Conditions of service are as applicable in Federal/State-owned Universities, save as the Governing Council of the University may modify from time to time.

6. Salary:

Consolidated.

7. Tenure:

The University Librarian shall hold office for a single tenure of five (5) years beginning from the date of his/her appointment.

8. Method of Application:

Candidates are to submit 15 copies of their applications along with copies of certificates and curriculum vitae outlining:

1. Full Names
2. Date and Place of Birth
3. State of Origin
4. Local Government of Origin
5. Nationality
6. Marital Status
7. Number of Children
8. Permanent Home Address
9. Correspondence Address
10. Educational institutions attended with dates and qualifications obtained
11. Professional qualifications obtained with dates
12. Publications
13. Working Experience
14. Hobbies
15. Referees: Names and addresses of three referees, two of whom must be in a position to give academic and professional reference reports on the applicant(s).

9. Strategic Initiatives:

Applicants must include in their applications a signed statement of not more than five pages, detailing at least 5 strategic initiatives they would drive in the Library in support of the University's Vision and Mission if given the opportunity.

10. Submission of Application and Closing Date:

Applicants should follow the steps provided on the University website (www.bsum.edu.ng) to upload their applications and application materials.

Applicants are also requested to forward fifteen (15) hard copies of their applications to the Office of the Registrar.

Closing date for submission of applications is:

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

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