Deputy Librarian (1 Post)
Library, Records Management Jobs
- Chinhoyi University of Techno…
- Expires 18 Jun 2020
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
Applications are invited for the following positions that have arisen in the University:-
Duties and Responsibilities
• Assisting the Librarian to build electronic library capacity and utilization rates of electronic library resources;
• Continuously improving library digital systems in line with the Library's strategic goals;
• Coordinating of library operations and staff activities, including day to day oversight and long term planning for staff related issues;
• Linking staff activities and operations to the
Library's strategic goals and assessment plans;
• In consultation with the Librarian, be responsible for the development of Library policies and budget preparation;
• Monitoring and evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures and conducting customer satisfaction surveys;
• Developing and implementing Information Literacy Programmes in consultation with Schools and University administration;
• Working with the Librarian in collection development and coordinating the evaluation, selection and purchasing of information resources required for the various Schools in the University;
• Assisting the University Librarian in recruitment, evaluation, coaching and mentoring of staff, and interns in the library;
• Serving on University Committees and liaising with internal and external clients and
stakeholders;
• Serving as the acting University Librarian in the absence of the University Librarian and performing any relevant duties as may be delegated by the Librarian.
Qualifications and Experience
The applicant for this senior post should be a holder of a Masters degree in Library and Information Science or any other equivalent. In addition, a minimum of five (5) years relevant post qualification experience in a university or research library environment is a requirement. Demonstrable deep knowledge of digital library systems is prerequisite. Progress towards a doctoral qualification in a relevant area would be an added advantage. The applicant should have high standards of integrity and good interpersonal and communication skills.
How to Apply
Six copies of the application letter, certified copies of certificates and detailed Curriculum Vitae giving full personal details including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability including names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least three referees should be addressed to:-
The Registrar
Chinhoyi University of Technology Private Bag 7724
CH IN HOYI
or E-mail to: hr@cut.ac.zw
Closing date of applications is 18 June 2020 and applications that do not comply with the requirements will be disqualified.
