Library Assistant at Umma University

Umma University is an established university in Kenya accredited by the Commission for University Education. The University has two campuses; Thika and Kajiado. Umma University offers courses in Computer Science, Nursing (Direct Entry and Upgrading), Business Management, Information and Communication Technology, Islamic Sharia, Islamic Banking & Finance ...

 

Library Assistant

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , Diploma
  • Experience3 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldICT / Computer 

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Library and Information Science;
  • Diploma in Library and Information Science with 6 years’ experience;
  • Experience with integrated library systems (ILS) or library management systems (LMS);
  • Experience with statistical or information management software may also be advantageous
  • Familiarity with the LC Classification Scheme;
  • Library Experience: MUST have at least 3 years’ experience working in a University library;
  • Must be a member of a relevant Professional Body
  • Must be computer literate.
  • Proficiency in cataloging standards (e.g., MARC), metadata schemas and library protocols (e.g., Z39.50);

Job Responsibilities

  • Assist students, Faculty, staff and administrators in accessing reliable, accurate information through a variety of avenues
  • Assist users on the use of catalogues and retrieval of information from the library collection
  • Deal with problem or disruptive patrons, or refer them to the Administration
  • Ensure implementation of library policies
  • Ensuring book shelves are tidy;
  • Generate reports on a monthly basis;
  • Issuing library information materials to and receiving returned library information materials from the library patrons;
  • Maintain library equipment in proper working order;
  • Maintain records of new and used items received, issued, stored and returned, and file according to library system;
  • Open and close library following normal business hours;
  • Participate in Community Service;
  • Process new materials for circulation (Prepare new accessions, classify, catalog, book covering, barcodes, RFID tags, labeling, etc.)
  • Provide information literacy instruction designed to support self-directed, self-sufficient learning in a variety of settings and in a variety of instructional modalities;
  • Secure library equipment;
  • Set up new accounts for patrons;
  • Sort publications, books and other literary items and return them to their proper shelves and storage areas;
  • To perform any other assignment by your Supervisor from time to time.
  • Undertake minor book repairs
  • Weed or deselect outdated or damaged materials
  • Work on shift whenever need arises
  • Ensuring library seats are well arranged in their proper reading desks/tables;

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Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Umma University on jobs.umma.ac.ke to apply

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