Samuel Adegboyega University, SAU job advert for the position of Registrar and University Librarian.

The Governing Council, Samuel Adegboyega University, a Faith-Based University owned by The Apostolic Church Nigeria, LAWNA Territory, located in Ogwa, Esan West Local Government, Edo State, Nigeria, hereby invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the under listed vacant posts:

(a)        UNIVERSITY REGISTRAR

(b)        UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN

1. THE UNIVERSITY REGISTRAR

The University Registrar shall be Chief Administrative Officer of the University and shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administration of the affairs (other than the financial affairs) of the University.

The person holding the office of Registrar shall by virtue of that office, be Secretary to the Council, the Senate, Convocation and Congregation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidate(s) for the position must hold a good honours degree from a recognized University; and must have not less than fifteen (15) years post qualification cognate experience in a University or equivalent institutions, at least three (3) years of which must be at the level not below Deputy Registrar.

Candidate(s) must be a member of any professional body such as ANUPA, NIM, CIPM, AUA, CIPR; must be ICT compliant, must be of good health and have pleasant disposition. He/she must possess leadership qualities, must be dependable and must be of unassailable integrity.

Acquisition of some formal training in the management of higher education as well as the possession of higher degree(s) will be an advantage.

Salary and Condition of Service

Successful candidates shall hold office for a single-term of five years and on such terms and conditions as may be specified in his/her letter of appointment.

Remuneration will be consolidated Salary for University Registrar with NUC approved benefits and allowances as applicable to the Nigeria University system/other benefits/entitlements as approved from time to time by the Governing Council of Samuel Adegboyga University.

2. UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN

THE POSITION

The University Librarian shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the overall administration of the University Library, its branches and extension and for providing services for the entire University community.

THE PERSON

The University Librarian is a Principal Officer and is the head of the University’s Library; candidate for the post shall be visionary and have the ability to provide good leadership; possess personal integrity and demonstrate transparency in private and public life; and be able to command the respect and loyalty of staff.

Qualifications

Candidates for this post shall:

1. Be professionally qualified and be a practicing Librarian;
2. Possess a good honours degree and preferably a PhD in Library and Information Science or any other discipline including Computer Science, Statistics, Educational Administration/Planning. Logic, etc, from a recognized University, with at least fifteen (15) years relevant post qualification experience, preferably in a University or other institutions of higher learning;
3. Have published papers in professionally refereed journals to merit professorial status, as well as possess proven records of sound administrative leadership;
4. Be registered member of the Library Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN);
5. Be computer literate and proficient in relevant Computer applications.

SALARY AND CONDITION OF SERVICE

Successful candidates shall hold office for a single-term of five years and on such terms and conditions as may be specified in his/her letter of appointment.

Remuneration will be consolidated Salary for University Librarian with NUC approved benefits and allowances as applicable to the Nigeria University system/other benefits/entitlements as approved from time to time by the Governing Council of Samuel Adegboyga University.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Candidates for any of the two positions above are required to submit fifteen (15) copies of their applications, curriculum vitae and photocopies of their credentials. The curriculum vitae should highlight the following:

1. Full Name (Surname first in capital letters)
2. Gender
3. Place and Date of Birth
4. Marital Status
5. Number and Ages of Children
6. E-mail and Telephone numbers
7. Postal Address
8. Permanent Home Address
9. Nationality
10. State of Origin and LGA
11. Schools attended
12. Qualifications obtained with dates
13. Working Experience
14. Positions held with dates
15. List of publications (if any)
16. Membership of Professional Bodies
17. Names and Addresses of 3 Referees
18. Extra-Curricular Activities
19. Present Position with Salary

Application should be submitted under confidential cover in sealed envelope with position applied for boldly marked at the top left hand corner and addressed to:

The Vice-Chancellor,
Samuel Adegboyega University (SAU),
KM1, Ogwa-Ehor Road, P. M. B. 001, Ogwa,
Edo State.

Candidates are expected to request their referees to forward their reports under confidential cover to the Vice-Chancellor before the closing date.

ELIGIBILITY FOR INTERVIEW:

Only candidates whose age will not be more than (sixty) 60 years on appointment will be short-listed for interview.

Closing Date: Applications should reach the Office of the Vice-Chancellor, not later than six (6) weeks from the date of this publication.