Library Assistant

ShareWORLD Open University

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

 POSITION: LIBRARY ASSISTANT

ShareWORLD Open University is a registered and accredited University by the National Council of Higher Education (NCHE). The University offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The University is inviting applications to fill a gap for Library Assistant.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The responsibility of Library Assistant is to assist in acquiring, organizing and managing library resources, while ensuring that library provision meets the needs of all its users.   The Library Assistant will support students and academics as well as other library staff, and much of their role involves making sure people can access the resources they need for their studies or research.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

These shall include and not limited to the following:

• Registering new members and entering their records in computers;
• Opening and issuing membership cards to new members;
• Entering and updating members’ records in computers;
• Lending and collecting books, periodicals and other materials at the library counter;
• Processing new material including books and computer software;
• Sorting books, publications and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, or other designated storage areas;
• Locating library materials for members including books and periodicals;
• Inspecting returned books for condition and due date status;
• Answering queries and refer members in need of professional assistance to libraries;
• Maintaining records of items received, stored, issued and returned and file cataloguing and keeping track of library materials according to the system used;
• Preparing books for binding;
• Mending damaged books;
• Ordering books, journals and other resources;
• Making sure all users can access library resources;
• Responding to requests from students, staff and other library users;
• Participation in resource mobilization activities of the University;
• Carrying out any other duties as assigned by the University Senior Assistant Librarian.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A successful Library Assistant should possess a good understanding Library procedures and practices. She/he should be enthusiastic with excellent communication skills and additionally must possess a   Diploma in Library and Information Management Systems, preferably MALA Certificate.

KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Basic IT skills and familiarity with the use of databases and the internet.
• Must be familiar and confident with digital platforms and processes.
• The ability to work in a team.

Interested persons who meet the above requirements should submit their applications with full Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of certificates and names of three traceable referees to:

Acting Human Resources Officer

ShareWORLD Open University

P O Box 1102

LILONGWE.

Or send your application to: [email protected]   or   [email protected]

Closing date for receiving applications is 28^th February, 2025.