PARAY SCHOOL OF NURSING
VACANCY: ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN
Position: Assistant Librarian
Term: Permanent
Grade: E
Number of Posts: One (1)
Reporting To: Information Technology Officer
Closing Date: 17 November 2026 at 17:00
Description
Under the general supervision of the Principal Nurse Educator, the Assistant Librarian will be responsible for organizing bibliographies and catalogues, preparing books for processing, providing readers’ advisory services, and developing strong linkages between the library, schools, and the local community.
The role also involves collection development and management of all library resources to ensure effective access to information resources.
The successful candidate will promote access to reliable nursing and midwifery information resources, support academic research and digital learning, and contribute to the overall academic and administrative activities of the institution.
Key Responsibilities
1. Organisation
- Assist in the day-to-day management and smooth operation of the college library.
- Catalogue, classify, label, shelve, and maintain library books, journals, and other information resources.
- Maintain accurate records of library materials, loans, returns, renewals, and overdue items.
- Assist with stocktaking, inventory management, and identification of new or replacement resources.
- Compile an annual list of book suppliers for procurement purposes.
- Update the list of acquired books quarterly to guide future orders.
- Maintain an orderly, clean, accessible, and conducive library environment.
- Assist in identifying library resource needs and recommending relevant materials.
2. Electronic Resource Support
- Facilitate access to and effective use of electronic information resources, including HINARI and other subscribed or open-access databases.
- Support students and staff in accessing and using virtual learning platforms and digital learning tools.
- Assist users with account access, basic troubleshooting, and navigation of electronic resources.
- Promote the use of credible, current, and evidence-based nursing, midwifery, and health sciences information.
- Assist in maintaining and updating records of available electronic resources, user guides, and access instructions.
3. Literacy Support
- Assist students and academic staff in conducting literature searches.
- Guide users in developing search terms, selecting appropriate databases, and identifying relevant literature.
- Orient users on evaluating the credibility, relevance, and quality of information sources.
- Provide basic guidance on referencing and citation management tools, plagiarism awareness, and academic referencing practices.
- Promote information literacy, academic integrity, and responsible use of information.
- Refer complex research or technical queries to appropriate personnel when necessary.
4. Education
- Organise and conduct library orientation sessions for new students and staff.
- Demonstrate how to access and use physical and electronic library resources, databases, and digital learning platforms.
- Develop and maintain simple user guides, instructional materials, and notices.
- Provide ongoing assistance to enhance confidence in using library resources.
- Promote a reading culture, independent learning, and continuous professional development.
5. Reporting
- Maintain accurate library records, statistics, and reports on resource utilisation, user attendance, and borrowing activities.
- Assist in preparing periodic reports on library activities, challenges, resource needs, and service improvements.
- Support the development and implementation of library procedures, guidelines, and user regulations.
- Assist in monitoring library resources and services to ensure they respond to academic and research needs.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with library automation systems.
- Knowledge of referencing tools such as Zotero, Mendeley, etc.
- Familiarity with navigating databases such as HINARI or similar platforms will be an added advantage.
- Previous experience working at institutions of higher education will be an added advantage.
- Ability to conduct user-training sessions and workshops.
- Adaptability to emerging technologies in library services.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit ONE (1) document containing the complete application package:
- Application letter.
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts.
- Proof of identity.
- Verification certificates for local qualifications and evaluation certificates for foreign qualifications from the Council on Higher Education, Lesotho.
NB: Applicants may attach a receipt as proof of verification or evaluation.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Human Resource Office
Paray School of Nursing
P.O. Box 2
Thaba-Tseka
Alternatively, applications may be emailed to [email protected].
Email Subject Line: Assistant Librarian
Closing Date: 17 November 2026 at 17:00