Overall purpose of the job
Reporting to the Principal Librarian, the incumbent
will assist in implementation of library and information policies, procedures
and processes.
Job specifications (duties)
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will
entail: –
- Assisting in undertaking Library and information services
assignments in line with the approved Library strategies, policies and
procedures for adequacy and effectiveness of the services offered;
- Assisting in safeguarding the Library assets by establishing
appropriate means of verifying their existence, ownership and valuation;
- Assisting in stamping and pasting of newly acquired print
Library materials;
- Assisting in physical accessioning of print Library material;
- Assisting in organizing and managing
periodicals/reference/reprographic services/archives/special
collection/rare books section;
- Assisting in offering circulation services to Library users;
- Assisting in stock taking exercise;
- Assisting in organization and shelving of information
resources to ensure easy retrieval; and
- Assisting in shifts.
Persons’ specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
–
- Diploma in Library and Information Science or Computer Science
from a recognized Institution;
- Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution;
and
- Proficiency in Computer Applications.
How To Apply