ASSISTANT SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN/TRAINEE SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN – POST 3330
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Systems Librarian/Trainee Systems Librarian at the National University of Lesotho. The post is ON a two year contract.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- BSc in Computer Science or BA in Library and Information Science with a flair in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT).
- A minimum of two years post-qualification experience in an academic library
- Skills, competencies in ICT tools, practices, and their applications in a digital library environment
- Familiarity with Millennium Package software, and ITS interfaces is an added advantage
- Demonstrate ability to manipulate social media devices for the benefit of NUL Library users
- Understanding of digital library operations.
DUTIES
- Under the supervision of relevant Head of Department(s) propel the development of NUL Digital Library
- Manage the Library database and maintain its website
- Participate in ICT related policy formulation, revision and implementation in all the sections of the Library
- Advance the ideals of Open Access movement, Institutional Repository and, Open Education Resources (OERs)
- Take part in information literacy lessons offered to learners, lecturers and researchers
- Work closely with content managers and suppliers of electronic resources
- Liaise with other relevant NUL structures to ensure troubleshooting and a comprehensive as well as harmonious provision of a library and information service campus-wide
- Perform any other duties assigned from time to time.
RENUMERATION
The University offers salaries and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.
TYPE OF CONTRACT
The position is for a two year contact terms.
INFORMATION REQUIRED FROM CANDIDATES
Applicants are to address the stated qualifications and provide other information to assist the University to determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone, telefax and e-mail) plus certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and three typed references. Applicants should inform their referees to submit their references directly to the address below, before the stipulated closing date. References addressed “TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN” will not be considered as references.
Applications and references should be addressed to the Director of Human Resources, National University of Lesotho, P O Roma 180, Lesotho or e-mailed to [email protected].
The closing date for receiving applications for the above position is 27TH APRIL, 2018.