Principal Librarian - 1 Post at Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC)

The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:

• Implementing measures to enhance efficient Library services at the Council;
• Preparing Library work programs and budget;
• Designing and implementing regulations, procedures, and programs for the Council’s library systems;
• Overseeing the development and supervision of library staff;
• Establishing collaborations and partnerships with other Libraries and Resource Centres for information sharing (e-library);
• Planning and coordinating library services and programs;
• Assessing and developing library collection and resources;
• Developing outreach programs as part of the Knowledge sharing strategy in the Council;
• Providing professional and technical information on targeted areas of staff based on wide readership experience;
• Creating and maintaining the Council’s repository;
• Developing and maintaining the Council’s knowledge management system;
• Creating communities of practice for staff and stakeholders;
• Overseeing the development and review of library policies within the Council and evaluating their effectiveness;
• Carrying out inquiries, studies, and research on matters relating to emerging library operations and trends;
• Coordinating the preparation of annual library resources procurement plans.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• At least eight (8) years cumulative relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have served at supervisory level;
• Master's Degree in Library Science/Information Science/ Information Studies, Business and IT, Library Studies, or relevant field from a recognized Institution;
• Bachelor's Degree in Library Science/Information Science/ Information Studies, Business and IT, Library Studies, or relevant field from a recognized Institution;
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrated merit in work performance;
• Membership to a professional body;
• Proficiency in computer application;
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution only for the successful applicants.

Key Competencies, Skills, and Attributes

• Integrity;
• Planning, problem-solving, and analytical skills;
• Strong communication and reporting skills;
• Strong managerial skills and ability to lead teams;
• Mentoring, coaching, and leadership skills;
• Attention to detail;
• Interpersonal skills.