University Librarian Job, Kenyan Librarian Job Vacancies July, 

Job Description

The University Librarian at The Presbyterian University of East Africa (PUEA) acquires, organizes, manages, and distributes the library resources at the University. His/her responsibilities include supporting student research and developing effective IT facilities on campus, answering student questions, teaching students how to use the library system, and managing specialized library computer applications. He/she also manages university library staff, liaises with various academic staff, suppliers, and outside organizations.

Qualifications


  • A PhD. in library and information Science or related fields with 3 years as Deputy University Librarian and should have published a minimum of three articles in peer reviewed

  • A Master’s degree in Library and Information Science or related field from a recognized

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Library Studies/Information Science or related

  • Five (5) years’ work experience in a library set up in an institution of higher

  • Proficiency in Microsoft computer applications;

  • Be self-motivated team player with good inter-personal and communication

Duties and Responsibilities

The University Librarian shall be responsible for and perform functions which include but not limited to the following:


  • Ensuring smooth and efficient running of the Library activities;

  • Ensuring indexing and abstracting of journal articles;

  • Supervising maintenance of the Library database;

  • 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 on information literacy;

  • Planning and Managing of systems development;

  • Designing and realizing of bibliographic database: and

  • Database Management and operations

TERMS OF SERVICE

The terms of service for the positions will be on Contract Terms renewable based on satisfactory performance.

How to Apply

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Any canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. The University does not charge any fee for the recruitment and selection process.

Interested candidates who satisfy the requirements above should forward their applications together with updated Curriculum Vitae plus copies of the certificates and testimonials. Qualified candidates should submit hard or soft copies of the application to vc@puea.ac.ke or the physical address below, clearly indicating the reference number of the position applied.

The applications should reach the undersigned not later than Monday, 31st July 2023 by close of business.

The Presbyterian University of East Africa is an equal opportunity employer.

The Vice Chancellor

The Presbyterian University of East Africa

P.O. Box 387- 00902, Kikuyu, Kenya Email: vc@puea.ac.ke

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