Job Purpose
To select, organize and disseminate information for the purpose of learning, teaching and research at the Campus.
Responsibilities
Overseeing day to day running of the Campus Library activities including classification, circulation, shelving, issuing, lending and cataloguing books;
Recommend the acquisition, processing and circulation of library materials;
Plan and manage the library’s physical facilities, e-resources and human resources;
Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements;
Prepare library budget and manage library resources accordingly;
Plan and deliver client centred programs
Liaise with University Librarian to implement current ICT resources in the library;
Develop and administer library user education and manuals;
Partner with other libraries & institutions to improve quality of services;
Guide and direct the library’s collection and development to adequately support faculty programs;
Implement library policies and procedures and promote security of library materials and equipment;
Provide regular inventory reports and advise Campus management on the library’s status;
Promote the professional development of library staff;
Deliver client-centred programs & customer care services;
Disseminate information on the use of library facilities, resources & equipment;
Develop risk management framework for the department;
Prepare and submit departmental reports as required.
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s Degree (Information/Library Science);
Professional Membership of Kenya Library Association;
4 to 5 years relevant experience with a least 2 years’ experience at a supervisory level;
Knowledge in Integrated Library Information Management system.
Personal attributes
Good people management skills;
Results oriented;
Ability to develop others through coaching;
Report writing skills;
