Librarian I- Kenya-AIST Grade 8 at Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (Kenya-AIST)

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Organizing and retrieving library books, publications, circulations and other related information;
• Issuing publications/reading and research resources to Library users;
• Sending reminder notices for overdue publications;
• Updating the catalogue and shelving new and returned books, publications and other materials; and
• Assisting users on cataloguing and retrieving information from the library.

For appointment to this grade an officer must have: -

• At least six (6) years relevant work experience;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Library and Information Studies, Information Sciences, Knowledge Management, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in library-specific computer applications such as KOHA (Integrated Library System), DSpace (Institutional Repository), OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue), and other digital library databases and cataloging tools; and
• Knowledge of data protection laws is an added advantage. 
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.