System Librarian at Outspan Hospital

at Outspan Hospital
Location NAIROBI, Kenya
Date Posted June 10, 2025
Category Administration
Management
Operations
Secretary
Job Type Full-time
Currency KES

Description

Outspan Hospital started operations with the establishment of an Out Patient Department on August 7, 2001. A month later, the In Patient Department was opened with a capacity of 21 beds.

System Librarian

Responsibilities

  • Administer library applications in the institution server,
  • Management of digital library collections including an institutional repository, Training staff and students on the use of library systems and software.
  • Maintaining the Library computer software, hardware, library website, and database.
  • Troubleshooting of hardware, software and LAN in the Library.
  • Checking information resources in and out of the Library,
  • Processing information resources for placement on the shelves,
  • Assist students and staff to effectively use the Library’s catalogue,
  • Managing and maintaining the digital collection, electronic resources, library hardware and software inventory
  • Preparing usage reports to management
  • Formulation and Implementation of policies and procedures in the area of systems development and administration in the library

Qualifications and Experience

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Library and Information Sciences with specialization in Information Technology or a Bachelor’s Degree in Computing Science with Diploma in Library and Information studies.
  • At least three years working experience as a Systems Librarian preferably in an academic institution set up.
  • Be conversant with Library Management systems KOHA and DSpace.
  • Competency in Windows and Linux operating systems.

Other Skills and Competencies

  • Ability to update, upgrade and manage the Library systems (KOHA and DSpace)
  • Competency in Linux administration
  • Good working knowledge in apache, SQL, MySQL, HTML, CSS and JavaScript
  • Knowledge of scholarly publication, research and copyright issues
  • Knowledge on management of digital content
  • Development and management of websites.

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Qualified candidates are invited to send their CV, cover letter, and copies of relevant documents to:

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Deadline: 18th June 2025

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