Sub Librarian
Library, Records Management Jobs
- Midlands State University MSU
- Expires 12 Jun 2020
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following posts:
*NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.
LIBRARY DEPARTMENT
POST A: SUB LIBRARIAN – ZVISHAVANE CAMPUS
DESCRIPTION
Assists in the management of Library Services at Zvishavane Campus.
Duties and Responsibilities
Developing, planning and coordinating library service provision for Zvishavane Campus Libraries.
Liaising with academic departments and communicating with library users through a variety of channels.
Monitoring and taking steps to enhance user satisfaction.
Monitoring the effectiveness of services and contributing to their development and promotion.
Participating in collection development for Zvishavane Campus Libraries.
Identifying new information trends and recommending acquisition and implementation of new ICT technologies for the library services department.
Using library systems and specialist computer applications such as Koha, RDA and turnitin.
Selecting, developing, cataloguing and classifying library resources.
Management of staff including training and/ or supervisory duties.
Providing library induction for new staff.
Assisting in the development of library policies and standard operating procedures.
Promoting library collection, services and policies to students and staff.
Developing print and digital promotional materials that effectively communicate the library’s mission and services.
Preparing instructional materials for information literacy skills training.
Assisting the Research Services Librarian by providing support and expertise to academic staff and researchers engaged in research data management planning.
Participating in community engagement activities for the library.
Preparing reports on Zvishavane libraries for the Senior Library Management Committee.
Carrying out any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications and Experience
Master of Science in Library and Information Science.
At least 2 years post qualification working experience at Senior Assistant Librarian Level.
How to Apply
APPLICATIONS
Applicants must submit six sets of applications, certified copies of certificates, transcripts, identification particulars and Curriculum Vitae giving full personal particulars including full name, place and date, qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact details, names and email addresses of three referees addressed to:
The Deputy Registrar (Human Resource)
Midlands State University
P Bag 9055
GWERU
Closing date for applications is 12 June 2020. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be communicated to.
