Umma University is a Private Chartered University, located in a serene environment in Kajiado. The University invites suitably qualified, highly competent and self-driven candidates to fill the position of Library Assistant for Garissa Learning Centre.

Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s Degree in Library and Information Science;
•    Diploma in Library and Information Science with 6 years’ experience;
•    Must be computer literate.    

Experience, Knowledge and Skills
•    Library Experience: MUST have at least 3 years’ experience working in a University library;
•    Experience with statistical or information management software may also be advantageous;
•    Proficiency in cataloging standards (e.g., MARC), metadata schemas and library protocols (e.g., Z39.50);
•    Experience with integrated library systems (ILS) or library management systems (LMS);
•    Familiarity with the LC Classification Scheme;
•    Must be a member of a relevant Professional Body.
Skills and Competencies
•    Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities are necessary for managing library materials, shelving, and maintaining order;
•    Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are important for interacting with patrons and providing assistance;
•    Interpersonal Skills: He/ She should possess strong interpersonal skills to effectively assist and engage with library users;
•    Attention to Detail: The ability to pay close attention to detail is crucial for tasks such as cataloging and maintaining accurate records;
•    Problem-Solving Ability: He/ She should be able to troubleshoot issues and find solutions to patron inquiries effectively.

Key roles and Responsibilities
•    Assist students, Faculty, staff and administrators in accessing reliable, accurate information through a variety of avenues;
•    Process new materials for circulation (Prepare new accessions, classify, catalog, book covering, barcodes, RFID tags, labeling, etc.)
•    Undertake minor book repairs
•    Weed or deselect outdated or damaged materials
•    Provide information literacy instruction designed to support self-directed, self-sufficient learning in a variety of settings and in a variety of instructional modalities;
•    Assist users on the use of catalogues and retrieval of information from the library collection;
•    Issuing library information materials to and receiving returned library information materials from the library patrons;
•    Sort publications, books and other literary items and return them to their proper shelves and storage areas;
•    Set up new accounts for patrons;
•    Maintain library equipment in proper working order;
•    Maintain records of new and used items received, issued, stored and returned, and file according to library system;
•    Ensure implementation of library policies;
•    Generate reports on a monthly basis;
•    Open and close library following normal business hours;
•    Secure library equipment;
•    Deal with problem or disruptive patrons, or refer them to the Administration;
•    Ensuring book shelves are tidy;
•    Ensuring library seats are well arranged in their proper reading desks/tables;
•    Participate in Community Service;
•    Work on shift whenever need arises;
•    To perform any other assignment by your Supervisor from time to time.

HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants are advised to submit their applications online via email to https://recruitment.umma.ac.ke ONLY.
CV’s must have addresses of three (3) referees who are conversant with the applicant’s competence in the area of specialization must be submitted on or before 10th Sept, 2024.

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Umma University is an equal opportunity employer. Women, marginalized groups and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply.