Librarian - Sunyani Technical University

Sunyani Technical University announces for the information of the general public that suitably qualified individuals are invited to apply for the vacancy below

LIBRARIAN

The Position/Job Description

• The Librarian is the Head of the University Library and reports to the Vice-Chancellor in the management of the Library.
• He/She is responsible for the provision of adequate, relevant and up-to-date reading and audio-visual materials to support teaching, learning, research, innovation and community service functions of the University.
• He/She provides leadership in advancing the University’s teaching, research and innovation mission through a clear vision of the Library’s role.
• He/she provides comprehensive strategic planning incorporating emerging technologies, sound fiscal management and engagement of all members of the University community.
• He/She ensures the maintenance of a good environment for reading and learning in all libraries of the University.
• He/She exercises professional and administrative supervision over staff of the University libraries and ensures the efficient and effective running of the libraries of the University.
• He/She shall in conjunction with the Library Committee, and subject to approval by the Academic Board, formulate policies for the maximum development and utilization of the libraries of the University.
• He/She shall represent the library in contacts with Administration and Committees of the University.
• He/She shall collaborate and maintain linkages with the relevant and appropriate institutional libraries and organisations within and outside the country in order to keep up with development trends and attain exposure to developed systems.
• He/She shall perform any other official duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Vice-Chancellor.

Terms of appointment:

• The terms and conditions of the appointment shall be determined by the Governing Council of the University consistent with the Technical Universities, Act 2016 (Act 922) as amended and Statutes of Sunyani Technical University.
• The salary and conditions of service attached to this position are very attractive and are comparable with those in analogous universities in Ghana.

The Person

He/She must

• Possess a minimum of research master’s degree in Library or Information Science related studies, A PhD in Library Science or Studies is preferable.
• Have served as a Deputy Librarian in a university or comparable grade in a similar institution/organisation for at least three (3) years.
• Have a minimum of fifteen (15) cumulative publications.
• Be a scholar and a member of a Professional Body in Librarianship/Information Science.
• Be computer literate and conversant with Library Software.
• Demonstrate sound judgment, initiative, resourcefulness, precision and professionalism.
• Be innovative and knowledgeable in procedures on the implementation of new technologies and library services.
• Be able to ensure that adequate Library and research resources are available to meet faculty and student needs within assigned budget.

REMUNERATION

Salary and conditions of service are attractive.