Library Assistant

Overall purpose of the job

Reporting to the Principal Librarian, the incumbent will assist in implementation of library and information policies, procedures and processes.

Job specifications (duties)

The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail assisting in: -

Undertaking Library and information services assignments in line with the approved Library strategies, policies and procedures for adequacy and effectiveness of the services offered;

Safeguarding the Library assets by establishing appropriate means of verifying their existence, ownership and valuation;

Stamping and pasting of newly acquired print Library materials;

Physical accessioning of print Library material;

Organizing and managing periodicals/reference/reprographic services/archives/special collection/rare books section;

Offering circulation services to Library users;

Stock taking exercise; and

Organization and shelving of information resources to ensure easy retrieval. 

Persons’ specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

Diploma in Library and Information Science or Computer Science from a recognized Institution;

Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution; and

Proficiency in Computer Applications.