The Management University of Africa (MUA) is a premier private university that aims at providing innovation, leadership and management solutions to industries and communities in Africa and beyond. The distinct focus of the Management University of Africa is to be the centre of excellence in capacity building in management, leadership, governance and entrepreneurship. At MUA we believe that it is only people who have mastered themselves and discovered their potential, who are best equipped to contribute responsibly and effectively towards the sustainable development of this country. To this end, we have made every effort to create an environment for our students to discover their inherent talents and to equip them with the necessary skills and capacity to employ the same effectively. MUA is Located on Popo Road, South C Nairobi, Nairobi Kenya. The University also owns 80 acres of land in Kisaju, Kitengela for future development.
JOB PURPOSE
To assist the Library to deliver information services to achieve goals of the University.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Searching and retrieval of information materials
- Uploading items in the institutional repository
- Working knowledge of KOHA software
- Cataloging and classification of information materials
- Capturing data into the OPAC database
- Handling issues relating to circulation of books
- Assisting Library users with locating books and other materials
- Carrying out basic orientation and induction of new students
- Maintaining records of overdue materials, lost books and fines
- Shelving information materials
- Generating and maintaining users and books barcodes
- Processing and maintaining periodical files
- Checking research proposals, term papers, seminar papers, projects, thesis and dissertations for plagiarism
- Assisting in the training of users in the use of the online OPAC and information databases.
- Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- A Bachelor Degree in Information or Library Science from a recognized University.
- Two years experience in a busy academic Library.
- Computer literate
- Experience in Customer Service role.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Good written and verbal communication.
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