Senior Librarian 1834 views11 applications
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- Experience Level Junior
- Total Years Experience 10-20
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Job Overview
Terms of Reference (ToR) for Senior Librarian
Location: Kanifing Municipal Library
Reports To: Manager
- Purpose of the position
The Kanifing Municipal Library aims to provide comprehensive library services to the community. The Senior Librarian will play a pivotal role in developing library programmes and services to enhance community engagement and knowledge access. He/ she will lead and manage the library services and programmes to meet the needs of the community.
- Key Responsibilities
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- Assist in the daily operations and management of the library.
- Supervise library staff, providing training and support.
- Develop and implement library policies and procedures.
- Develop and implement library programmes which underline literacy and support learning.
- Promote library services and programmes through advocacy and outreach.
- Manage library collections by ensuring its diversity.
- Assist in collection development and management based on community needs and trends.
- Ensure high-quality service to library patrons.
- Assist in preparing and managing the library budget.
- Monitor expenditures and identify funding opportunities.
- The Senior Librarian will report directly to the Director.
- Any other duties assigned by the Director.
- Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science (BLIS) or equivalent from an accredited institution. A Master’s degree would be an added advantage.
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in library management or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of library systems, services, and technologies.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Performance Evaluation
- Performance will be evaluated annually based on the achievement of the established goals and objectives.
Closing Date
Applications should be sent to Project Manager: lamin.sanyang@kanifing.gm and copy Finance Manager: bakary.dibba@kanifing.gm. The deadline for application is 26th February, 2024 at 3pm.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.