Job Objective
The job holder will be
responsible for providing a wide variety of technical and clerical services,
including information and reference services, reader’s advisory, cataloguing,
circulation services, Library administrative support, and security of library
resources and patrons.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Creating and updating information
resources – both electronic and printed.
- Assisting researchers with literature
searches using databases, printed resources and the internet.
- Managing resources such as books,
journals, website information and users’ enquiries.
- Circulating Library resources to
authorised library users as well as maintaining circulation files, records
and statistics.
- Delivering information and learning
skills courses for students and staff.
- Managing library data and reports
utilising library software systems.
- Training and supervising library interns
and attachees in their job duties.
- Assisting in collecting, cataloguing,
preparing, and organising library materials according to the library
policies.
- Conducting library promotional activities
and preparing promotional items such as newsletters to attract more
customers.
- Organising book talks, tours, multimedia
programs, exhibits and displays.
- Participating in stocktaking and control,
and contributing to the long-term plans of the library.
- Inspecting and adjusting security
systems, equipment, and machinery to ensure operational use and to detect
evidence of tampering.
- Any other duties as may be assigned by
your supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications And Experience
- Higher Diploma/Diploma in Library and
Information Science or related field from a recognised/accredited
institution.
- At least 3 years’ relevant library
experience, preferably in an academic or institutional library.
- Experience with library management
systems (LMS) and electronic resources.
Other Skills And Competencies
- Good ICT skills, including databases and
digital libraries.
- Strong customer service and communication
skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team
environment
How to Apply
