National Defence University Systems Librarian Jobs in Kenya

National Defence University Systems Librarian Jobs in Kenya

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 35 (1)(a)(i) and Section 24 (4) of the Universities Act, 2012
(Revised 2020), National Defence University-Kenya invites applications from suitably qualified
persons to be considered for appointment to the position of Systems Librarian.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Systems Librarian will be responsible for:

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 (D Space), The Open Journal System (OJS), Library Security Systems (RFID and EM 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(ies) assigned by Management.

Qualification for Appointment

Applicants for this position must have/be:

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology (IT), Computer Science, or Library and Information Science with IT/ICT Option;

Master’s Degree in Library or related field will be an added advantage;

Minimum five (5) years’ experience as a Systems Librarian in a University Library;

Minimum

of one article in a peer reviewed journal; and

Familiarity with standards appropriate to library applications such as MARC21 (machine readable cataloguing), HTML, Z39.50, etc.

Core Competencies and Skills

The core competencies and skills include:

Thorough knowledge of the applications of computer technology to library operations;

Hands-on knowledge on use of Library Management Systems;

Ability to work effectively with teams, committees and working groups;

Good organisational, interpersonal, oral (make effective oral presentations) and written communication skills;

Ability to prepare instructional and procedural materials/manuals for Library System automated resources; and

Good working knowledge in apache, SQL, MySQL, HTML, CSS and JavaScript.

Candidate will be required to present originals of the following documents during the interviews:

National identity card;

Academic and professional certificates and transcripts;

Any other supporting documents and testimonials;

Recommendations from relevant professional bodies; and

Recommendation from at least three (3) referees should be submitted separately to the address provided below.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; National Defence University Systems Librarian Jobs in Kenya

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