Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
Master's Degree in Library Studies, Library Science, Information Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Bachelor's Degree in Library Studies, Library Science, Information Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
Served in the grade of Senior Librarian Grade 13 or in a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
Published two (2) articles in peer reviewed journals;
Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks will be an added advantage;
Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution;
Demonstrated professional and administrative ability required for efficient performance of duties at this level;
Registered with relevant professional body; and
PhD degree will be an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Deputy University Librarian will be responsible to University Librarian. Duties responsibilities at this level will entail:
Standardizing of cataloging, classification, indexing and dissemination of information;
Coordinating of unified list of periodicals in the University's information centres libraries;
Managing the establishment of Library Information Centres in the institution;
Supervising, guiding and counseling of library staff;
Monitoring publishing trends to advise on procurement of latest library information materials;
Communicating and interpreting library policies, procedures, to users;
Coordinating, weeding and discarding of library materials;
Facilitating cataloguing of data for library materials in line with established international standards;
Providing input in the development and review of library technical service manual; Preparing work plans and quarterly reports for the library;
Managing the library web site;
Monitoring and Evaluation of the Library management system;
Ensuring that service points function effectively; and
Promoting innovation and keeping abreast with new technological trends.