2022 – POST NO. 3415 ASSISTANT SYSTMEMS LIBRARIAN

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VACANCY

ASSISTANT SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN/TRAINEE SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN

Post No. 3415

THOMAS MOFOLO LIBRARY

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Systems Librarian/Trainee Systems Librarian at the National University of Lesotho.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• BSc in Computer Science/Information Technology or BA in Library and Information Science with flair in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT).
• A minimum of two years’ post-qualification experience in an academic library
• Competent in ICT tools, practices, and their applications in a digital library environment

• Familiarity with the Library System, including the management of Integrated Library System (ILS) preferably Millennium Package/Sierra  plus ITS interfaces

• Demonstrate ability to manipulate social media devices for the benefit of NUL library users
• Understanding of digital library operations.

DUTIES

• Under the supervision of Head of Department propel the development of NUL Digital Library
• Manage the Library database and maintain its Website
• Participate in ICT related policy formulation, revision and implementation in all sections of the library
• Advance the ideals of Open Access movement, Institutional Repository and, Open Education Resources (OERs)
• Prepare regular training and development programs for library staff members.
• Instruct and meet the technical needs of library users and staff in technology and equipment use.
• Take part in Information Literacy lessons offered to learners, lecturers and researchers
• Work closely with other relevant NUL structures to ensure troubleshooting and a comprehensive, as well as harmonious provision of a library and information service campus-wide
• Keep abreast of current and rapidly changing technological field.
• Subject Librarian, interact with relevant faculties/departments effectively
• Perform any other duties assigned from time to time.

RENUMERATION

The University offers salaries and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Permanent and pensionable/gratuitable terms for Locals, and Two Years Contract for Non-Locals with a possibility of renewal.

INFORMATION REQUIRED FROM CANDIDATES

1. Signed application letters stating relevant qualifications and experience and provide other information that will assist the University to determine the candidate’s suitability for the position;
2. Applicants should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for;
3. Provide current CV’s (including telephone and e-mail contact details) and certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts;
4. Provide names and contact details of three (3) contactable professional referees;
5. Certified copy of an Identity Document.

All applications should be e-mailed to dhr@nul.ls and addressed to:

Director Human Resources

National University of Lesotho

Roma 180

Lesotho

The closing date for receiving full applications for the position is 20^TH May, 2022.

 ALL THE ATTACHMENTS (APPLICATION LETTER, CV, CERTIFICATES, & ID) SHOULD BE COMBINED AND EMAILED AS ONE PDF DOCUMENT

DISCLAIMER:   If you do not receive any response within three months after the closing date, you must consider your application unsuccessful