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Pwani University began as Kilifi Institute of Agriculture in 1984 though the first intake of 200 students for the Two Year Certificate Course in Agriculture and Home Economics was in July 1987. By 2007, Kilifi Institute of Agriculture had graduated 3,837 students. The Institute also hosted a number of Masters and PhD research students from other national un...
Job Requirements
- Appointment to this position is either on permanent and pensionable terms or on a two (2) year renewable performance based contract, depending on age, citizenship or any other reason.
- Applicants must have Bachelor’s Degree in Library and information Science/Studies, from a recognized University.
- Applicants must have at least three (3) years working experience (post qualification experience) as a library Assistant Grade C or equivalent position with proven integrity, honesty, independence, innovation and compliance to deadlines
Skills and knowledge
- Have good communication and teamwork skills
- Supervision skills
- Coordination and organization skills
- Relevant Computer Skills
- Problem solving skills
In addition the applicants should show
Active involvement in International/Continental/Regional /National/ Local/Community activities
Responsibilities
The officer will perform the following duties and responsibilities
- User Education and Information Literacy to all users
- Direct professors, researchers and graduate students in access and use of relevant databases
- Collect data for statistical analysis and prepares regular narrative and statistical and comprehensive reports for the Librarian of the activities of Information and Research Services Section.
- Create bibliographies, brochures, newsletters, bulletins, posters, user guides, promotional materials, and publicity spotlighting collections, services, and programs of the library
- Creates displays to enhance the library experience and to promote use of library resources
- Develop and maintains web-based instructional materials, tutorials, and/or guides for users and provide instructions to patrons in using the online catalog and other electronic tools and resources
- Evaluates the work performance of reference, research and interlibrary loan services staff
- Further education to keep knowledge of library practices and procedures current and train staff working in the areas of reference, research and interlibrary loan services
- Interpret library policies and procedures to the public in a customer-friendly manner
- Muster knowledge of the automated circulation, reference and referral services tasks as needed
- Operate and maintain library equipment in good state under your use and care
- Participate in cataloguing, classification, and indexing of information materials
- Participate in selecting books and other materials for the library’s collections by maintaining familiarity with the collection,
- Performs routines and procedures related to manual and automated reference, interlibrary loans and other referral services in a regular & punctual manner for the support for reference, readers advisory, and referral services to patrons, in person, email, twitter, post and by telephone
- Provides library service to the schools and community through programs such as school visits, reading events, etc.
- Recommends materials to be added, withdrawn and dispossessed using standard library selection tools and maintain current knowledge of library technology
- Carry out any other relevant assigned duties from time to time as need arises
Terms of Service
Benefits for the above position include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff and dependants, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and training and other regular allowances.
Interested applicants should send four (4) copies of their application for the position. Applications and recommendations letters from referees should be addressed to
The Vice Chancellor
Pwani University
P. O Box 195-80108, Kilifi
Applications should include an up to date CV, giving details of applicants age, marital status, academic and professional qualifications, work experience, present post and salary, email address, telephone, names and contacts of three referees who are knowledgeable about the competence of the applicant, copies of relevant certificates and testimonials.
Pwani University is an equal opportunity employer, female candidates and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Persons living with Disabilities should attach a copy of their National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) registration Card.
Applicants with foreign qualifications must submit a Certificate of Recognition from the Commission for University Education.
The deadline for submitting applications is Tuesday 27th February 2018. Applications received later than this date will not be considered.
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