Position: Deputy University Librarian

Job type
Full Time
Category
Academic
Location / Branch
University of Namibia / Main Campus
Closing Date
11 October 2024 (2 months ago)
Job Description

To assist the University Librarian in the responsibility of providing strategic leadership in the administration and management of the University Library as an institutional and national asset. Contribute to strategic planning for the library's facilities, services and resources. Implement and evaluate library's policies, procedures, and strategic plan. Actively engage the academic community to ensure effective support to teaching, learning and research. Oversee the daily operations of staff matters including identification of the skills gaps and capacity building and planning of innovative library services. Assist University Librarian in the planning of the budget, prepare key reports and coordinates activities of the University Librarian. 

Requirements

A Master's degree in Library and Information Science or related field with at least three (3) years of experience at a Librarian level. A PhD in Library and Information Science will be an added advantage. Proven ability to lead and manage professional and support staff like to deliver innovative library and information services to achieve library's strategic objectives. Demonstrate aptitude with information technology and its application in an academic library environment. 

The University reserves the right to set additional requirements other than the specified minimum requirements on this advert. 

 

Published On
27 September 2024
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