Specific Roles:

•   The University Librarian is the administrative head of the University Library and shall be responsible to the vice chancellor through the Pro- Vice-Chancellor for the administration and coordination of all library services in the university. He/she shall provide professional/: administrative leadership needed for the smooth operation of the library; design and implement an overall strategic plan for the development of the university library, among other roles.

Qualification Required & Experience

The candidate seeking appointment as university librarian must possess the following:

•   A research Master's degree in Library/Information Studies or any other related field. Possession of a PhD in Library/ Information Studies is an added advantage. He/she
•   Candidates must have served as a Deputy Librarian for at least two (2) years in a university or a comparable institution and have a good record of publications.
•   Senior Assistant Librarians with at least six (6) years post-qualification- experience and a good publication record are also eligible to apply.
•   Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of all aspects of Library Management and related professional skills, ability to transform a traditional Library into a modem one driven by ICT facilities and systems, as well as provide effective leadership for a University Library and departmental Libraries.
•   Candidate must be a member of relevant professional bodies.
•   The position of Librarian is tenured.
•   The successful candidate is expected to assume office by January, 2017.
•   Applicants must, therefore, be able to serve at least a full-term of four (4) years before reaching compulsory retirement age of sixty (60) years.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should forward their application letter, CV, copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts of academic records.

The Secretary of the Search Committee C/o
The Registrar,
Ho Technical University,
Box HP 217,
Ho - Ghana

Closing Date: 05 December, 2016