Librarian

Job Description

The University is inviting suitably qualified and experienced individuals to apply for the following positions that have arisen in the Office of the Vice Chancellor.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Overseeing the University Library’s digital and physical facilities and providing access to virtual and physical resources and services.
• Developing an integrated library and information system that will enrich teaching, learning and research support services.
• Making information available to the University Community in diverse forms on topical national and global issues and individual research information needs.
• Preparation of annual budget bid and exercise control of expenditure for the Library Department.
• Research on emerging technologies, developments and changes in library and information systems in liaison with relevant University stakeholders.
• Developing relevant and contemporary library services including e-library, electronic and print media to meet the expectations of 21st Century library users.
• Supervise library staff for effective delivery of services.
• Manage the performance appraisals of Library staff.
• Advise Management on Library developmental projects, students’ welfare and staffing matters among others.
• Conducting training needs assessments for Library staff and recommend training interventions.
• Providing quality service to all classes of library information end users.
• Ensure adherence to Library policies, procedures and best practices.
• Develop strategic partnerships and mutual relationships with other Libraries nationally through the Zimbabwe Universities Library Consortium (ZULC), regionally and internationally.
• Attend University Committees such as Senate and Library Committees.
• Coordinate Library Committee meetings and implements resolutions as approved by Senate.
• Coordinate university library outreach programmes and participate in working groups.
• Coordinate the procurement of electronic and physical resources.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Vice Chancellor.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Masters’ degree in Library and Information Science or a related degree. An earned PhD in a relevant area would be an added advantage.
• At least five (5) years relevant post qualification managerial experience in a University Library or a Library of an equivalent standing.

Competencies: