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• In
  charge of planning and implementing, in liaison with relevant Departments
  of the University, the various projects and programs of the Library
• Familiarize
  him/herself with the various programs offered by the University and liaise
  with the various School Heads on issues regarding the development of the
  Library, to ensure that relevant information materials are provided to the
  University Community
• Organize
  and chair meetings of the Library Committees
• Keep
  in constant touch with developments in the world of information to ensure
  that relevant and up to date information is provided to the University
  staff and students
• The
  incumbent will ensure the creation and          maintenance
  of Library databases to enable the University community have easy access
  to the University’s Information Resource
• Work
  closely with other information providing Departments such as Information
  Technology Department, to ensure that information to the users is provided
  in a coordinated manner
• In
  charge of planning for Library Staff development in collaboration with the
  Director, Human Resources and keep Staff abreast with developments in
  their profession
• Mentor
  and supervise Staff and hold regular staff meetings
• Carry
  out any other related duties, as may be necessary to ensure the provision
  of efficient and effective Library and Information services in the
  University

• The
  ideal candidate must hold a Master of Library and Information Sciences
  (LIS) or related discipline and a PhD in Library and Information Sciences
  (LIS)
• The
  candidates should possess at least twelve (12) years working experience,
  three (3) of which must be at Senior Management Level from a Reputable
  Organisation.
• The
  applicant must be have mentored LIS professionals by teaching or
  supervising their Research work and/ or setting up LIS units
• At
  least five (5) new recognized Publications and/ or conference papers
• Information,
  literacy, instructions, is required
• Excellent
  track record of high integrity and leadership
• Age: Below 55 years

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