Library Assistant at Amref Kenya

Duties for the Library Assistant Job

• Performs circulation desk procedures, e.g., checking in and check-out materials, registering patrons and collecting fees and fines;
• Checks in deliveries of library loan materials;
• Processes, withdraws, repairs or re-conditions library materials;
• Shelves library materials;
• Assists with library programmes and displays;
• Assists library users with ready reference questions and reader advisory bibliographic instruction and database searching;
• Assists patrons with mechanical operations of library equipment; Performs other related work and assignments as required.

Library Assistant Job Qualifications

• Diploma in Information Studies
• Bachelor’s degree will be an added advantage. Key skills
• Verbal listening communication skills;
• Ability to operate library machines;
• Proficiency in ICT.
• Customer relations;
• Planning and organization;
• At least 3 years working experience in a busy Library. Competencies