Jobs Career Advice Signup
X

Send this job to a friend

X

Did you notice an error or suspect this job is scam? Tell us.

  • Posted: Dec 11, 2018
    Deadline: Dec 31, 2018
    • @gmail.com
    • @yahoo.com
    • @outlook.com
  • Never pay for any CBT, test or assessment as part of any recruitment process. When in doubt, contact us

    Kenya National Library Service (KNLS) Board is a statutory body of the Government of Kenya established by an Act of Parliament, Cap 225 of the Laws of Kenya in April 1965. The Board's mandate is to develop, promote, establish and equip libraries in Kenya. The State Corporations Act Cap 446 of the laws of Kenya also guides the Board in its operations.
    Read more about this company

     

    Assistant Director- Technical Services

    GRADE 3

    Responsibilities

    • The Assistant Director (Technical Services) will assist in the co-ordination of Library services and will be responsible to the Deputy Director Technical Services.
    • Assist in the management and general planning, coordination of activities in all the Library Divisions
    • Co-ordinate the educational and information needs of the communities served;
    • Co-ordinate collection development; stock management; advisory services
    • Surveying, identifying and maintain a database of possible areas for establishment of libraries.
    • Liaising with County Governments and other Stakeholders to mobilize local resources for library development.
    • Networking and partnerships; seeking support from other funding agencies (e.g. NGOs, private sector, community) for library development.
    • Co-ordinate advisory services, research, budgeting, projects and participation in development related forums.
    • Supervision and appraisal of staff
    • Perform duties that may be assigned from time to time by Management.

    Requirements

    • Master’s Degree in Library Studies or information Science
    • Five (5) years continuous work experience post-graduation, three (3) of which must be in Senior Management in a large Library set up.
    • Demonstrated outstanding leadership, professional competence and administrative ability in the overall management of a library Function.
    • Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
    • Familiar with Government of Kenya’s Operational Procedures
    • Proven knowledge of Information Technology
    • Valid member of Kenya Library Association (KLA) in good standing
    • Other related skills and experience will be an advantage.
    • Valid Certificate of Good Conduct

    Additional Skills

    • Good Communication skills
    • Good public and customer relations skills
    • Good report writing skills
    • Good management Skills
    • Integrity

    Method of Application

    Interested candidates should send their application, a detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates, National

    Identification card and testimonials from your current or previous employer by 31st December, 2018 at 5:00pm to:

    The Director/CEO
    Kenya National Service
    P.O BOX 30573-00100
    NAIROBI

    Or

    Email: knls@knls.ac.ke

    Kenya National Library Service is an equal opportunity employer, women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

    Build your CV for free. Download in different templates.

  • Apply Now
  • Send your application

    View All Vacancies at Kenya National Library Service... Back To Home

Subscribe to Job Alert

 

Join our happy subscribers

 
 
Send your application through

GmailGmail YahoomailYahoomail