Nov 17, University of Kabianga Assistant Systems Librarian Jobs in Kenya

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University of Kabianga Assistant Systems Librarian Jobs in Kenya

UOK/AC/10/10/23

Requirements

  • Masters Degree in Library and Information Science with IT/ICT option OR Masters in Information Systems or its equivalent.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology (IT) Computer Science OR Library and Information Science (IT) option.
  • Minimum five years’ experience as a Systems Librarian in a University Library
  • Minimum of one article in a peer reviewed journal
  • Familiarity with standards appropriate to library applications such as MARC 21 (machine readable cataloguing) Html, Z 39.50, e.t.c.
  • Thorough knowledge of the applications of computer technology to library operations
  • Hands on knowledge on use of Library Management Systems
  • Ability to prepare instructional and procedural materials/manuals for Library System, automated resources
  • Good working knowledge in SQL, MySQL, HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
  • Membership to a relevant professional body will be an added advantage

    Duties and responsibilities

  • Monitoring and advising on library &Information Communication Technology matters.
  • Managing the library’s Local Area Network (LAN ) and maintaining links with the Wide Area Network (WAN)
  • Maintaining library computer software and hardware particularly: The Integrated Library Management System (KOHA),The Digital Repository (Dspace)The Open Journal Systems (RFID and E M Technologies)
  • Assisting in the formulation and implementation of policies and procedures, particularly in the area of systems development.
  • Coordinating and conducting staff training for development of ICT skills in the use of automated systems and computer based products, services and emerging trends.
  • Concurrently managing multiple projects, administer systems, troubleshooting computing problems, plan and managing change in the library computing environment and acting as liaison with other information technology professionals.
  • Routine troubleshooting of hardware and software and
  • Any other relevant duty assigned by the Management.

    How to Apply

    Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following posts. Ten (10) copies of applications should be submitted together with an updated Curriculum Vitae giving details of the applicant’s; age, marital status, academic and professional qualification, working experience, present post and salary, telephone contact, email address, names and referees plus copies of the certificates and testimonials. The reference number of the position applied should be clearly indicated on both the application letter and the envelope. Applicants are advised to contact their referees and request them to send their letters of reference to the above address.

    All applications to be addressed to:

    Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration & Finance)

    University of Kabianga

    P. O. BOX 2030 – 20200

    KERICHO

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