The Adu Boahen Memorial Library and Archive, (ADMLA) is a new facility located at the Department of History in the School of Arts, within the College of Humanities in the University of Ghana. It seeks to employ a versatile individual for appointment to serve as the ADMLA Manager on a two-year contract. The ADMLA hosts Professor Adu Boahen’s personal papers and books as its core collection alongside the collections of the Department of History. It serves as a reference-only library and archive.

Qualification Required & Experience

The applicant must:

• Possess a Master’s degree in Information Studies with Archival option or a Master’s degree in Archival Studies or a Master’s degree in Administration.
• Must show evidence of having worked in an archive for at least 2 years.

Required knowledge, ability, and skills include:

• Knowledge in Information Technology
• Knowledge in Management of MS Office Suite
• Possession of Good Interpersonal Relationships
• Ability to be a Team Player

JOB ROLE

The applicant would be required to:

• Plan activities in accordance with the set objectives of the ADMLA
• Initiate and implement programmes; including Adu Boahen Memorial Lectures
• Develop the strategic vision and manage the facility within the framework of the University.
• Network with other Africana Libraries within the Sub-Region and around the Globe.
• Liaise with the Department of History and other stakeholders.

Job Type: Two-Year Contract Appointment

Salary: Attractive

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Application Process:

Kindly scan and send your application materials to:

sarts@ug.edu.gh

Closing Date: 07 August, 2023