Librarian at Shree Swaminarayan Academy

We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated Librarian to join our team. As a librarian, you will perform a range of duties such as cataloging library resources, maintaining library records, managing budgets and planning book sales. For this position, you will have to demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills, as a great part of your job will involve interacting with the local community including parents, students, and young children. The ideal candidate should also possess in-depth knowledge of library database systems, as well as excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities:

• Collect and catalog library resources including books, and publications.
• Help the pupils locate reference and leisure reading materials.
• Maintain library records and ensure it is updated.
• Perform regular audits of the information and inventory on file.
• Manage budgeting, planning, and employee activities.
• Oversee the check-out process for books and other resource materials.
• Organize and host book sales, and other reading events.
• Clarify the use of library amenities and provide information about library policies.

Requirements:

• Diploma or equivalent qualification
• Library Science is preferred.
• A minimum of  2 years’ experience working in library.
• Excellent IT skills and knowledge of library databases.
• Outstanding organizational and interpersonal communication skills.

General Requirement

• Be Kenya Citizens