NSUK ANNOUNCES VACANCIES FOR REGISTRAR AND UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN
Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), has announced vacancies for the positions of Registrar and University Librarian, inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the two principal officer positions.
According to the university's advertisement, the positions will become vacant on February 28, 2027. The Governing Council has commenced the appointment process in accordance with the law establishing the institution.
Interested candidates are advised to review the qualifications, experience requirements and application procedures before submitting their applications.
1. Qualifications for Registrar
Candidates seeking appointment as Registrar at Nasarawa State University, Keffi, must meet the following requirements:
- Possess a good honours degree with at least a Second Class qualification in Arts, Social Sciences, Management Sciences or Humanities from a recognised university.
- Have at least 15 years of post-qualification relevant experience in university administration.
- Be computer literate and demonstrate knowledge of modern technologies in electronic administration.
- Be active members of relevant professional bodies.
- Not be older than 60 years as of April 1, 2027.
Applicants should demonstrate the administrative experience and professional competence required to manage the university's administrative affairs.
2. Qualifications for University Librarian
Candidates applying for the position of University Librarian must satisfy the following requirements:
- Be a professor with a good honours degree, with at least a Second Class qualification.
- Possess relevant postgraduate qualifications, including a master's degree and PhD in Library Science, Library and Information Science or a related field from a recognised university.
- Demonstrate academic excellence through quality publications, teaching, research and credible community service.
- Be computer literate and demonstrate considerable scholarship and knowledge of modern technologies in library operations and services.
- Have at least 15 years of post-qualification relevant experience in a reputable university or research institution.
- Be certified by the Librarians' Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN).
- Be in active service.
- Not be older than 65 years as of April 1, 2027.
Applicants are expected to demonstrate the academic leadership and professional experience necessary to manage the university library and support teaching, learning and research.
Tenure of Appointment
The university stated that the appointments of the Registrar and University Librarian will be for a single term of five years, in line with the tenure applicable to other principal officers of the institution.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit 20 copies of their applications, accompanied by a duly signed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and photocopies of their academic and professional credentials.
The CV should contain the following information:
- Personal details.
- Educational qualifications.
- Work experience.
- Professional memberships.
- Contact details.
- Names and addresses of three referees.
- A statement of not more than 500 words outlining the candidate's vision for the position being sought.
Candidates are also required to request their referees to forward their reports directly to the Registrar under confidential cover.
Submission of Applications
Applications must be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked with the appropriate position:
- “POST OF REGISTRAR, NSUK”
- “POST OF UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN”
Applications should be addressed to:
The Registrar
Nasarawa State University, Keffi
Nasarawa State, Nigeria.
All applications, including referees' reports, must reach the Registrar's office no later than six weeks from the date of publication of the advertisement.
Since the publication date was not specified in the supplied announcement, applicants should consult the official advertisement to confirm the exact closing date.
Further Information
Interested candidates are advised to visit the university's official website for the full advertisement and any additional information concerning the recruitment exercise.
Official website: www.nsuk.edu.ng
Qualified candidates who meet the stated requirements are encouraged to prepare their application documents carefully and submit them within the stipulated period.