Senior Librarian (1 positions): Ref: (ZU/10/Adv/11/2024)
The purpose of this position is aimed at overseeing and enhancing the efficiency of library operations at the University. As a member of the academic team, he/she will lead the library in collection development, user instruction and literacy, participates in research and information services and serves as the key library contact.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Providing leadership and direction to library staff, ensuring adherence to library policies and procedures, and promoting a positive work environment.
- Overseeing the cataloging of new receipts and established collection as well as classifying and tracking media throughout campus on an as-needed basis.
- Writing grants to gain funding for expanded program or collections
- Leading, monitoring and overseeing the provision of all print and E-resources for the university in line with library service standards.
- Monitoring availability and accessibility, to ensure that the full range of subscribed E-resources are available to users, both on and off campus and work with service providers and suppliers to resolve any access and availability issues.
- Collaborating with IT staff to ensure the effective integration of technology into library services, including managing library systems, databases, and online resources.
- Participating in the development and implementation of library policies and procedures, including those related to collection management, access, and user services.
- Responsible for planning and implementing of the Library budget.
- Any other duty assigned by your supervisor.
Minimum qualifications
- Masters of Library and Information Science/ Information Technology or in the relevant field from a recognized/accredited University in the relevant field
- Bachelor of Library and Information Science/ Information Technology or in the relevant field from a recognized/accredited University.
- At least five (5) years’ experience as a Librarian.
- A minimum of one article in peer reviewed journal.
- Be a member in good standing of a relevant professional body.
Interested candidates should send their applications to [email protected] quoting the job reference number on the subject line and; indicating their current and expected salary on their application letter, not later than 29th March 2024.
ZETECH UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Note: We do not ask for money in any step of the hiring process and all meetings including interviews will be held in our office in Ruiru or Mang’u: Beware of fraudsters.
