Duties and Responsibilities:
Financial and administrative management of the library services and facilities
Carry out development and maintenance of inventory of library resources distributed to public libraries and national library in Kenya
Identify and recommend areas of research, and draft concept papers and policies on library matters for approval
Monitor and advise the organization on emerging trends on cataloguing, classification, indexing, abstracting, and creating user profiles
Provide information literacy which involves training library user on how to search information from various sources in different formats
Participate in the acquisition of books produced in and outside Kenya and such other materials and sources of knowledge necessary for a comprehensive national library
Participate in campaigns for the eradication of illiteracy
Implement budgets for library stock in terms of books, software, furniture and equipment
Liaises with international and national organizations on professional matters relating to the mandate of knls
Oversee collection of revenue through membership fees, book borrowing fees and library fines
Resource mobilization in support of library programmes
Initiate strategic partnerships with development partners in support of various activities in ICT and other capital development of the institution
Initiates disciplinary issues/matters for the unit and undertake activities that promote discipline, employee relations, and engagement
Promote acquisition of ISBN to local publishers/authors
Oversee the security of Boards assets
Develop a database for authors/publishers in their jurisdiction
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Library Studies/Information Science or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
Master’s degree in Library Studies/Information Science from a recognized University will be an added advantage
Three (3) years working as a Senior Librarian in a busy Public/National Library Services
Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks will be an added advantage
Member Kenya Library Association
Proficiency in ICT application
Knowledge in acquisition of e-content will be an added advantage
Core Competencies
Leadership skills
ICT working knowledge
Creativity and innovation
Interpersonal skills
Networking skills
Negotiating skills
Customer Care Skills
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Interested and eligible candidates are hereby invited to submit their application (2 copies) to be delivered by hand/ courier quoting the Job Reference on both the envelope and cover letter.
Enclose a detailed and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae, indicating your current remuneration, reliable daytime telephone contacts together with copies of your academic and professional certificates, testimonials and National Identity card/ Valid Passport.
You should also provide names of three (3) referees who must be familiar with your previous work experience indicating their telephone and email address.
Applications should be addressed to:The Director/CEO
Kenya National Library Service
Maktaba Kuu Building – 5th Floor
Ngong Road, Community Area
P.O Box 30573-00100
NAIROBISo as to reach the office not later than 28th March, 2023 at 5:00p.m East African time.Note:Knls Board is an equal opportunity employer, Persons with Disabilities, Youth, Persons from Marginalized groups and Minority communities who meet the requirements of the advertised job vacancies are encouraged to apply.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and upon being successful and granted an offer of employment, successful candidates MUST present clearances and satisfy the requirements of chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 by providing copies of the following:It is a criminal offence for any applicant to provide false information and documents in the job application. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. The Board does not charge or ask for any money at any stage of the recruitment process.
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