KNLS Chief Librarians Jobs in Kenya

KNLS Chief Librarians Jobs in Kenya

Kenya National Library Service (KNLS) Board which is a State Corporation in the Ministry of Sports, Culture and Heritage invites applications from suitable qualified persons for the following vacant posts:

Chief Librarian

Grade 4

(4 Vacancies)

Roles and Responsibilities

Participates in library development plans

Prepares annual work plans and budgets

Implements policies that relate to library matters

Staff management (mentoring, duty allocation discipline, appraisal etc)

Research on library matters

Manages selection, collection, acquisition, organization and maintenance of library information materials and databases.

Ensures daily stock management

Ensures lending, reference and referral services are delivered in a timely manner

Production of periodic reports

Networking and partnership

Participates in developing policies

Quality assurance

Oversees marketing and promotion of library services

Ensure maintenance of a conducive reading environment

Developing the use of Information Communication Technology

Organize book events

Source for donors/partners to support library activities

Oversee reference and referral services

Manage revenue collection and remittance

Oversee Management of e- resources

Perform duties that may be assigned from time to time by Management.

Job Requirements

Masters Degree in Library Studies or information Science or its equivalent

Five (5) years continuous work experience post-graduation, three (3) of which must be in Senior Management in a library set up.

Demonstrated outstanding leadership, professional competence and administrative ability in

the overall management of a library Function.

Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results

Familiar with Government of Kenya’s Operational Procedures

Proven knowledge of Information Technology

Valid member of Kenya Library Association in good standing

Other related skills and experience will be an advantage.

Valid Certificate of Good Conduct

Additional Skills

Good Communication skills

Good public and customer relations skills

Good report writing skills

Good management Skills

Integrity

How to Apply

Interested applicants should send their application, a detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates, National Identification card and testimonials from your current or previous employer by 31st December, 2018 at 5:00pm to:

The Director / CEO
Kenya National Service
P.O Box 30573-00100
Nairobi OR
Email: knls@knls.ac.ke

Kenya National Library Service is an equal opportunity employer, women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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