Great
Lakes University of Kisumu is a private chartered university offering degree
programs in various disciplines including Health Sciences, Community Health,
Humanity and Agribusiness among others.
The
University is looking for a highly motivated, qualified, experienced and
reputable team player to fill the position of Senior Library Assistant and
Library Assistant.
Senior Library Assistant
Key Responsibilities
- Charging
and discharging library information resources to users for various
information needs.
- Provision
of quick reference and information services to users for effective use of
library materials.
- Organization
of library stock (shelving and shelf reading) to facilitate identification
and retrieval of information resources.
- Processing
and preparing reports of library overdue fines to ensure that the library
overdue policy is enforced and up-to-date records are maintained.
- Provision
of library user education through orientation for new users to ensure
effective use of library resources and to promote user information
literacy Verification of bibliographic details of library materials to
ensure that the correct items are ordered.
- Verification
and physical processing of acquired information resources to ensure the
correct orders are supplied.
- Cataloguing
and classification of all library materials to ensure proper organization
and retrieval of information.
- Handle
and assist both students and academic staff on the use and access to
Electronic resources.
- Perform
any other duties assigned.
Educational
Qualifications and Professional Experience
- Undergraduate
degree in Library and Information studies from an accredited university.
- At
least years’ recent relevant professional experience preferably in a
tertiary educational environment.
Skills
- Good
customer service skills.
- Problem
solving skills.
- Strong
interpersonal skills.
- Communication
skills.
Competencies
- Must
be computer literate.
- Must
be familiar with LCC.
- Ability
to work under minimum supervision.
- Must
be good in cataloguing and classification
- Must
be familiar with the use and access to e-resources.
Library
Assistant
Requirements
Requirements
- A
diploma in library and Information studies from a recognized
institution .
- At
least 3 years’ experience in an academic library
Duties
and Responsibilities
- Performs
circulation desk procedures, such as checking in and checking out
- Materials,
registering patrons and collecting fines.
- Checks
in deliveries of interlibrary loan materials.
- Does
typing and filing.
- Processes,
withdraws, repairs, or reconditions library materials.
- Shelves
library materials and reads shelves.
- Sorts
and routes mail.
- Assists
with library programs and displays.
- Assist
patron with ready-reference questions and reader advisory, bibliographic
- Instruction
and database searching.
- Assists
patrons with mechanical operations of library equipment.
- Answers
directional questions and refers patrons to appropriate personnel.
- Performs
other related work as required.
Knowledge
and Abilities
- Working
knowledge of library methods and procedures.
- Ability
to operate library machines properly.
- Keyboarding
and filing ability.
- Working
knowledge of English grammar and spelling.
- Willingness
to maintain skills in above mentioned areas through active participation
in appropriate library skills.
How to
Apply
Each application shall be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card or passport, Testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.
Applications should be addressed to the Vice Chancellor, Great Lakes University of Kisumu, Main Campus, Off Miwani Road, P.O. Box 2224-40100 Kisumu.
All
applications shall clearly be marked “Application for the position of Senior
Library Assistant and Library Assistant.”
and
Send electronic copies of credentials in PDF format by email to recruitment@gluk.ac.ke.
and
Send electronic copies of credentials in PDF format by email to recruitment@gluk.ac.ke.
Applications
must be submitted on or before 29th July 2016.
GLUK is an equal opportunity employer: Women, marginalized and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply. “ Only short listed candidates will be contacted”
GLUK is an equal opportunity employer: Women, marginalized and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply. “ Only short listed candidates will be contacted”