Reporting to the Deputy Principal (Academics and Students Affairs), the Assistant University Librarian shall overall be responsible for the supervision and management of all administrative and operational functions of the University College Library.
Responsibilities
- Be the custodian of academic resources of the University College;
- Regularly review academic resources and submit a report;
- Make proposals for development of library policies;
- Implement Library policy;
- Coordinate all the Library services in the University College;
- Prepare and submit proposals for acquisition of library materials;
- Acquire and conserve library research materials;
- Be responsible for the organization and operation of library services;
- Adoption and adherence to library standards;
- Manage the provision of conducive reading space for library users;
- Establish and facilitate the use of the e-Library;
- Facilitate the networking and exchange of materials of with other libraries locally and internationally;
- Make proposals for acquisition and conservation of library research materials;
- Promote provision of library support services;
- Undertaking such other official assignments as may be assigned from time to time by the University College
- Principal or his/her authorized office
Qualifications
- For appointment to this grade, one must have:-
- A Master’s Degree in Information Studies with 6 years working experience 3 of which as Assistant Librarian Scale 11 or its equivalent
- Bachelor’s Degree with 12 years working experience 3 of which as Assistant Librarian Scale 11 or its equivalent.
- Registered with relevant professional body.
- ICT Competence.
Appointment to the positions will be on permanent and pensionable terms subject to successful completion of probation.
Benefits include: a contributory pension scheme or payment of gratuity for those on contract terms, non-contributory medical scheme, generous housing allowance and paid leave among others.
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