Assistant Librarian Jobs in Uganda at Victoria University

Job Title: Assistant Librarian


Job Ref. No: VHR005/2011


Reports to: Head of Library

Number of Post: 01

Starting Date: 2nd May 2011

Main Purposes of Post

Carry out the full range of administrative duties, services and other functions appropriate to the efficient and effective operation of a modern university library.


Person specification

Candidates should have, or be able to demonstrate:

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A good Bachelors degree or equivalent professional qualification and preferably some good experience of working in a professional administrative environment.
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Experience of library systems or an appropriate degree in Information systems. An understanding of higher education academic contexts and regulatory requirements.
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Appropriate administrative experience.

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Experience of customer-focussed service.
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Experience of databases and management information systems.
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Good interpersonal and communication skills.



Skills, Qualifications and Personal Requirements

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Willing proactive worker.
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Strong written and spoken English language skills.
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Competency in standard ICT applications including word processing, spreadsheets, data bases and power point.
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Commitment to quality customer care with the ability to engage effectively with students and other staff.
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Strong communication and presentation skills.
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Team player.
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Integrity.



Duties and Responsibilities

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Assist in the development and implementation of Library policies and procedures.
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Organise and maintain administrative and filing systems
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Liaise with academic staff to determine procurement requirements; prepare procurement proposals; and recommend priority purchases.
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Operate the contact desk for staff and students.
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Maintain proper security over library books, facilities and services.
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Classify and catalogue new books.
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Replace books on the shelves and monitor collections.
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Prepare book weeding proposals.
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Operate loan and reference systems as appropriate.
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Maintain a friendly and supportive library environment.
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Uphold and promote the university’s mission, vision and values.
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Represent the head of Library when required.
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Such other appropriate duties as may be allocated by the Head of Library.


Key performance indicators
Performance requirement

Criteria and timeframes
Identification of procurement requirements Advises Head of library within financial and budget preparation deadline requirements.
Classifies and catalogues new books Processes new deliveries within two weeks of arrival.
Returns all books to shelves at the end of each working day. Continuing
Monitors proper organisation of collections Continuing
Good customer care Effective and supportive Library Customer Desk as evidenced by student and staff feedback.
Maintains proper security Regular stock audits
Ensures that all relevant documentation is ready, available and provided as appropriate Full compliance with marketing and public relations deadlines.

Qualified candidates should email a letter of application, a current resume and 350 word statement explaining how their profile matches the job description. Submissions in PDF format only should be sent by e-mail to hr@vu.ac.ug not later than 8th April 2011. Please quote the reference number and your names in the email subject. Remuneration packages are competitive.

Applications submitted after the deadline shall not be considered. Applicants are advised not to submit academic transcripts until they are requested to do so.
Note: Only Short listed Applicants will be contacted.
Victoria University is an Equal Opportunity Employer