Women’s University in Africa
DUE: 06 OCT 2023
Reports to the Librarian
RESPONSIBILITIES/KEY TASKS
- Assisting the Librarian in developing effective management of the library and information systems of the University;
- Assisting the Librarian in developing strategic plans and policy frameworks for the library in line with the University wide strategic goals and objectives;
- Coordinating the development of library policies e.g. CDP, procedure manuals, rules and regulations for the library etc.;
- Ensuring that library budgeting is efficiently planned, implemented and controlled;
- Developing and executing LIS automation plans, web page development and creation of subject gateways relevant in today’s information age;
- Participating in the selection and recruitment of professionally trained staff for appropriate positions in the library;
- Ensuring that appropriate staff development and training programmes are in place for all library staff;
- Coordinating new staff induction, support and development;
- Organising training of library staff and patrons on new resources and emerging technologies;
- Compiling quarterly and annual reports and statistics on library and information service provision;
- Implementing performance reviews and appraisals of library staff;
- Supervising library staff at all the University’s campuses;
- Performing any other duties as assigned by the Librarian.
QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES
Qualifications
- At least a Masters’ Degree in Library and Information Science from a recognised university;
- A first Degree in Library and Information Science or its equivalent from a recognised university.
Experience
- At least 5 (five) years relevant post qualification work experience at a senior level position in an academic library.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit 6 sets of applications with detailed curriculum vitae, certified copies of academic and professional qualifications by Friday 6 October 2023 to:
The Deputy Registrar (Human Resources & Administration)
Women’s University in Africa
P.O Box GD 32 Greendale
Harare
Or
Hand deliver at
Women’s University in Africa
Number 549 Arcturus Road Greendale
Harare