Vacancy title:
Librarian– Circulation and Reference (Internal Advert)
Jobs at:
KCA UniversityDeadline of this Job:
02 September 2022
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, August 22, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Duties And Responsibilities:
• Determine the situational context of the individual information needs of users when interacting with each user in person or through another communication channel.
• Analyze information sources recommended to users in the context of the attractiveness, interests, and content level of each user.
• Suggest specific works that relate to what the user said is important.
• Utilize the Behavioural Standards for Reference Librarians on Approachability, Interest, and Listening/Inquiring when providing reference service in a traditional in-person service setting.
• Engage users in discussions about experiences related to their information needs and communicate interest in every user’s experiences.
• Respects the right of users to determine the direction of their research by empowering them to pursue their own preferences
• Creating and updating information resources – both electronic and printed.
• Assisting researchers with literature searches using databases, printed resources and the internet
• Entering cataloging data into the library’s automated system; classification of library resources
• Circulation of Library resources to authorized library users as well as maintaining circulation files, records and statistics.
• Participation in stocktaking and control and contributing to the long-term plans of the University library.
• Prepares and provides statistical and other reports to library administration as scheduled or requested.
• Provides information literacy instruction
• Assists in the implementation, management and development of the reference plan of the library.
Qualifications And Experience
• Degree in library and information Science from a reputable University
• Certification in computer skills
• A minimum of 3 Years’ relevant experience in a University Library
Other Skills And Competencies
• Knowledge in Library Management, automation, and E-Library services.
• Information Literacy competence.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
Deadline: 2nd September 2022
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Job application procedure
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit an application letter indicating current and desired salary, a detailed CV including three referees, academic and professional certificates, and a clear copy of your Kenya National ID and iTax certificate via email to hrjobs@kcau.ac.ke
Head of Human Resources,
KCA University,
P.0. Box 56808-00200,
Nairobi, Kenya
Website: www.kcau.ac.ke
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