Sub-Librarian (1 Post)
Library, Records Management Jobs
- Gwanda State University
- Expires 14 Oct 2022
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
The Gwanda State University Library invites resourceful, service-oriented and self-directed individuals to apply for the position of Sub Librarian – Digital Library Services. The Sub Librarian is a member of the senior Library management team. The incumbent will work closely with the Deputy Librarian to provide vision and strategic direction in the management of digital library services to support the University’s teaching, learning and research activities. The post-holder will play a key role in implementing innovation and change within the library ensuring that services delivered are flexible, user-focused, and at the leading edge of best practice within the profession.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Sub Librarian will be responsible for;
Contributing to the development of policies, programs and projects to enhance the delivery of digital library services.
Managing the library’s electronic resources including off campus authentication system.
Leading the design and delivery of digital information literacy skills training programmes.
Liaising with academic staff on the embedding of digital services and digital information literacy skills teaching within the curriculum.
Co-ordinating, developing and monitoring usage of the Library’s web content including electronic resources.
Ensuring smooth operation of various Library online services including library website, virtual reference platforms, research guides, institutional repository and the online public access catalogue.
Actively promoting and facilitating the innovative use of new library technologies at both operational and strategic levels.
Creating, developing and maintaining online research guides and other guides using appropriate software, e.g SubjectsPlus.
Collaborating with the ICT department to embed digital library services into the E-learning management system to enable seamless access to information resources by students.
Answering advanced enquiries and contributing to specialist enquiry services.
Promoting and marketing Library digital services and resources.
Qualifications and Experience
A Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science.
A first degree in Library and Information Science
Duties and Responsibilities
Knowledge and Experience
Have at least three (3) years post qualification experience in a University Library setting at least as an Assistant Librarian.
Experience in developing and managing digital collections, digital services or a digital repository.
Excellent library systems and IT skills, especially in relation to web and resource discovery, and including website content management.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data including COUNTER statistics.
Knowledge of research impact and analytics, copyright, scholarly communication and publishing, research data management and open science.
Good knowledge of current developments and innovative practices related to digital library services.
Sound knowledge and understanding of the issues and challenges associated with library services in a university environment.
How to Apply
Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits are offered. The information on salary and other benefits will be made available to the short-listed candidates.
Applications
Soft copies in a single continuous PDF file of each of the following: application letter, certified copies of educational and professional certificates, national identity card, birth certificate and curriculum vitae giving full personal particulars including full name, place and date of birth, qualifications and previous employment and experience, present salary, date of availability, telephone number, email address, names and addresses of three referees including email addresses should be sent to deputy.registrar@gsu.ac.zw or hand delivered to:
Deputy Registrar
Human Resources Section
Gwanda State University
Epoch Mine Campus
P O Box 30
Filabusi
The closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday, 14 October 2022. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
