Sep 23, United States International University – USIU Africa Teaching Librarian Jobs in Kenya

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United States International University – USIU Africa Teaching Librarian Jobs in Kenya

Job Summary]

Reporting to the University Librarian, the holder of this position will be responsible for developing library resources and support that enhance learning and teaching, research and professional practice. The role has a strategic lead within the library for research data and outputs and study skills support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Apply a blended approach to teaching information literacy credit bearing course, including face-to-face teaching and the development of online activities as appropriate to enhance learning.
  • Develop assessment strategies and tools to measure student progress and to adjust instruction accordingly.
  • Manage information literacy services for the General Education program and participate in the teaching of non-credit information literacy sessions.
  • In partnership with library colleagues, develop and maintain library instructional materials, tutorials, and other learning objects for an array of disciplines and subject areas.
  • Coordinate the design and development of new subject guides and update the existing guides.
  • Participate in Library Services budget planning and the formulation and review of goals, policies, and procedures.
  • Provide research assistance to students including one-on-one and small group support for students particularly with reference to literature searching and scholarly publishing.
  • Actively participate in staff development activities and provide training for other Library staff.
  • Maintain understanding and current knowledge of developments in librarianship, information work and higher education.
  • Compile regular section reports and statistics to inform decision making.
  • Participate in library marketing and outreach activities.
  • Any other duties as may be assigned.

    Minimum Educational Qualifications and professional Experience

  • PhD in Library and Information Sciences.
  • Professional Librarian qualification.
  • Up to date experience (last 2 years) of working in a higher education library.
  • Experience in information literacy skills development within a University Library.
  • Knowledge of designing and delivering skills development to groups and individuals working at a range of levels
  • Experience of producing materials to support online learning, resource retrieval and exploration.

    Competencies & Skills

  • Excellent information retrieval skills.
  • Ability to conduct and support skills development for systematic literature reviews and other complex search strategies.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to provide creative and innovative solutions to challenges and problems.

    How to Apply

    If you have the requisite qualifications and experience and desire to work as a team member in a modern, progressive, international, and multicultural institution where you can make a difference, please apply indicating in the subject line of the email address the position you are applying for. Interested applicants must provide a cover letter and a current CV, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, current salary and benefits, telephone and e-mail contacts to:

    Director Administration,

    United States International University – Africa,

    P. O. Box 14634-00800, Nairobi, Kenya

    Email: [email protected]

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