Librarian

at Kibabii University College
Location Nairobi, Kenya
Date Posted August 13, 2021
Category Education / Teaching
Job Type Full-time
Currency KES

Description

  • For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
  • Master’s Degree in Library Studies, Library Science, Information Science (IT Option) or
    equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Library Studies, Library Science, Information Science (IT Option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
  • Served in the grade of Librarian II Grade 11 or in a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
  • Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution;
  • Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
  • Registered with relevant professional body;
  • Ability to Maintain Library Management Systems and Other Platforms, Database& Open Access Initiatives; and
  • Be Conversant with Programming Languages Such as UNIX.Duties and Responsibilities
  • Ensuring smooth and efficient running of the Library Services;
  • Ensuring indexing and abstracting of journal articles;
  • Supervising maintenance of the library data base;
  • Monitoring publishing trends to advise on procurement of latest library information
    materials;
  • Communicating and interpreting library policies, procedures, to users;
  • Ensuring safe custody of the library facilities;
  • Supervising, weeding and discarding of library materials;
  • Cataloguing data for library materials in line with established international standards;
  • Providing input in the development and review of library technical service manual;
  • Preparing work plans and quarterly reports for the library;
  • Managing Library systems within the University Library;
  • Developing Policies;
  • Training Other Staff;
  • Planning and Managing of systems development;
  • Designing and realizing of bibliographic databases;
  • Database Management and operations;
  • To act as a liaison person between ICT Directorate and Library Services & Documentation Centre to trouble shoot all ICT related matters in the Library;
  • Support online information literacy for electronic resources on off campus and within.
  • Develop and maintain all library management information systems; and
  • Maintain the library website.
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