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Library Information Assistants (LIA) contributes to the delivery and support of a high-quality academic library and information services and its continuous development. The post is part of a team providing user-focused services and supporting teaching, learning and research in the university. Library information assistant (LIA) is responsible for assisting patrons with circulations, customer care, relevant information and resource search, interlibrary loans, reconciliation of incoming materials, refer users to librarians where additional expertise is required etc. They may also perform general administration and clerical duties in support of the overall operation of a campus library. Additionally, LIA may be responsible for specific segments of library service specializing in designated areas.
Job Responsibility:
Contributing to the delivery and support of high-quality academic library and information services
Assisting patrons with circulations, customer care, relevant information and resource search
Interlibrary loans
Reconciliation of incoming materials
Referring users to librarians where additional expertise is required
Performing general administration and clerical duties in support of the overall operation of a campus library
May be responsible for specific segments of library service specializing in designated areas.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s in Library and Information Systems or related field/Diploma in Library and Information Systems or related field/Certificate in Library and Information Systems or related field
Degree holders: Some relevant work experience would be an added advantage
Diploma holders: Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience is required
Certificate holders: Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience is required
Knowledge of and familiarity with an automated integrated library system
Excellent Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and communication skills
Strong organizational, time and technical management skills.
Nice to have:
Track record of strong leadership, innovation and creativity.