The University of Cape Coast invites applications from suitably qualified and competent individuals for the position of Librarian  which will become vacant on 1st August, 2017.

Key Responsibilities

•   The Librarian is the administrative head of the main University Library as well as other satellite libraries located in the faculties, departments and halls of residence in the University.
•   He/She is responsible to the Vice Chancellor for ensuring that the library effectively carries out its functions as spelt out in statute 25.1 of the University of Cape Coast Statutes, 2016.

Tenure of Office

•   The appointment shall be by tenure

Conditions of Service

•   Salary and fringe benefits attached to the position are attractive.

Qualifications Required & Experience

Applicants must have:

•   A PhD in Librarianship/Information Studies or in other relevant disciplines
•   At least ten (10) years post qualification experience in librarianship at a senior level, preferably in a university or similar institution with at least a total of twenty (20) refereed publications

OR

•   Must have served as a Deputy Librarian in a recognized university or similar institution for a minimum of two (2) years with at least eight (8) publications since his /her last appointment as Deputy Librarian
•   Practical experience in all aspects of university library work
•   Solid skills in library related IT infrastructure and other systems
•   A high level of managerial and human relations skills

Location: Cape Coast

How to Apply For the Job

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should please submit their applications and a comprehensive curriculum vitae, together with relevant supporting documents and a Three-Page Vision Statement to:

The Registrar
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast

•   Applicants should request three (3) referees to submit reports on them directly to the above address
•   Application forms are obtainable from the Senior Members Section, Directorate of Human Resource, University of Cape Coast. The forms could also be downloaded from the University's website: www.ucc.edu.gh

Closing Date: 20 June, 2017