This is a middle level to this cadre in the University and appointment shall be on such terms and conditions as may be determined by the University management from time to time depending on age, citizenship or any other reason as may be stipulated in the Kenyan Labour Laws.
Academic Qualification
- The candidate must have a minimum of a Diploma
in Library and Information Science/Studies from a recognized institution.
A Degree in Library and Information Science/Studies or related discipline
from a recognized institution is an added advantage.
Experience
- The candidate must have a minimum of six (6)
years of continuous relevant work experience, three (3) of which should be
at the level of a Library Assistant II orcomparable grade with proven
integrity, honesty, independence, innovativeness and compliance to
deadlines.
In
addition, the candidate should have experience in the following:
- Exposure in assisting guests with internet
access
- Exposure in digitization of information
- Exposure in documentation of information
materials
- Exposure in uploading content to the
institutional repository
- Exposure in cataloguing and classification of
newly acquired materials
- Maintenance of records of books borrowed and
returned
- Sorting and shelving of books according to the
classification system in place
Responsibilities
- Carry out relevant newspaper circulation and
support user access
- Contribute to the cataloguing of new materials,
special collections and the maintenance of library catalogue. Create, Edit
and Update KOHA bibliographic data
- Identify and research new resources for the
library, to include book stock, periodicals, electronic resources.
Identify user information needs, search, retrieve, download, catalogue and
enable users access Maintain decorum, good etiquette and professionalism
at all times
- Oversee students and staff studying in the
Library, using computers, equipment and books on a daily basis.
Participate in all house-keeping routines, over-due fines charging,
shelving and shelf reading. Participate, in collection development, care,
stocktaking, withdrawal and vigilance at all times
- Participate in library meetings, events,
outreach, resource mobilization, training, induction and orientation
Perform circulation services by answering calls, make reservations,
charging and discharging materials.
- Provide guidance and support to users on
enquiries related access to information use skills and ОРАС.
- Receive new users/visitors and direct them to
the relevant staff with requisite skills to handle them.
- Report punctually and remain at relevant work
station whenever on duty as required
- Retrieve and compile bibliographical information
in both print and electronic formats.
- Troubleshoot other Library Information
Management software’s as appropriate.
Skills
- Communications Skills
- Relevant computer skills
- Teamwork skills
How to Apply
Benefits
for the above positions include a competitive basic salary, house allowance,
medical cover for staff and dependents, life Insurance, opportunities for
further development and training and other regular allowances as determined by
SRC. Interested applicants should submit four (4) copies of their application
accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (detailing academic qualifications,
professional experience, academic leadership, publications,
awards/scholarships/funding, membership to professional associations and
linkages) and copies of certificates. Applicants should also provide names and
contact addresses of three referees who are knowledgeable of the competence of
the applicant.
Applications
and letters of recommendation from referees should be addressed to:
The Vice Chancellor
Pwani University
P. O Box 195-80108,
Kilifi
Candidates
with foreign qualifications MUST submit a Certificate of Recognition from the
Commission of University Education (CUE).
- Pwani University is an equal opportunity
employer, female candidates and persons living with disability are
encouraged to apply. The latter should attach their National Council for
Persons with Disability (NCPWD) Certificate.
- The deadline for submitting applications is Friday
24th October, 2025. Applications received later than
this date will not be considered
- Please Note that: Only shortlisted candidates
will be contacted.
- Canvassing will lead to automatic
disqualification
