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Maasai Mara University is a public university which is the only university in Narok County, Kenya. The university provides high-class quality education for all.
REF: MMU/LIB/JULY/04/2023
Job Specification for Appointment
For appointment to this position, one must have:
- A PhD in Library and Information Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized University.
- Served in a relevant position comparable to that of Senior Deputy University Librarian for at least five (5) years.
- Published six (6) articles in refereed journals.
- Evidence of continued scholarship and research work including published work and conferences attendance (Minimum publication score – 15 points).
- Demonstrated outstanding administrative/managerial capability in the University and management of Library and Information Services.
- Be a member of a relevant professional body or association.
Job Description
Reporting to the DVC(A&SA), the main duties will include:
- Being responsible for all aspects of the library including budgeting, supervision of staff, campus libraries and sections in order to support the university academic programs in achieving its vision, mission and objectives.
- Being responsible for all aspects of the library including budgeting, supervision of staff, campus libraries and sections in order to support the university academic programs in achieving its vision, mission and objectives
- Developing library programs and services geared towards the needs of library patrons
- Manage library infrastructure to ensure a conducive reading environment for library patrons
- Developing and implement library policies to ensure that the library provides efficient and effective services to library patrons harmoniously
- Providing leadership in planning, policy formulation and implementation of the entire University library system for efficient and effective library services to patrons
- Guiding the selection of information materials and their acquisition by involvement of stakeholders to adequately and appropriately support teaching and research in the University
- Participating in the corporate social responsibility by provision of advice and establish school libraries in support of education in the endeavour to meet Kenya’s vision 2030
- Supporting academic programs of the University through the provision of information materials, print and resources to meet the mission and objectives of the university.
- Ensuring the integration and development of Information communication Technologies (ICTs) within the University library including automation and networking of information services
- Advising the senate and management board on matters affecting the library
- Implementation of quality assurance standards and guidelines applicable to University Library
- Providing leadership in the overall planning, development, organizing and management of the university library in order to support the academic programs of the university
- Coordinating the management of human resources, finance, information resources, equipment and buildings in order to achieve the library’s objectives
- Participating in the formulation of university policy in various committees to aid in decision making and problem solving
- Supporting schools and public libraries by giving advice on the understanding of the role of information and knowledge as a national professional requirement in order to support education in support of the social pillar
Application Guidelines and Statutory requirements for the advertised vacancies
Applicants should attach ten (10) application letters copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials together with a detailed curriculum vitae outlining academic and professional qualifications, experience, leadership and management roles, publications, awards, scholarships, funding attracted, membership to professional bodies, linkages and community service.
Applicants are required to give names, addresses and contacts of three (3) referees and should indicate on the envelope the Reference Number and the position applied.
Applications for the position of Professor, Senior Lecturer, University Librarian and Chief Security Officer should reach the Chairman of Council on the address indicated below on or before 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 8th August, 2023.
The Chairman of Council
Maasai Mara University
P. O. Box 861-20500
Email: chairmarauni@mmarau.ac.ke
Applications for the position of Lecturer, Accountant II and Medical Laboratory
Technologist I should reach the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Administration, Finance and Strategy on the address indicated below on or before 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 8th August, 2023.
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration, Finance & Strategy)
Maasai Mara University
P. O. Box 861-20500
Email: dvc.afp@mmarau.ac.ke
Maasai Mara University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity; persons with disability, women, youth and those from marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.
Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification.
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