Graduate Trainee : Library and Information Science
Graduate Trainee Jobs
- University of Zimbabwe - UZ
- Expires 09 Dec 2022
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
Applications from suitably qualified members are invited to fill the following posts:
LIBRARY DEPARTMENT
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
• To provide high quality training through the development, design and delivery of Information and Digital Skills programme, in both class based and online
environments.
• Manage the development of both print and electronic collections and supporting departments, researchers and students to address significant, new resource needs
for the effective delivery of Education 5.0.
• Provide support for scholarly communication and publishing to all researchers.
• Market, promote and manage the use of Library facilities and spaces, supporting the use of eResources, bibliographic databases and the development of subject guides.
• Review, redesign and update Library web pages.
• Engage key stakeholders and user groups through staff and student inductions, outreach and promotional events.
• Participate in relevant professional development programmes and contribute to the professional knowledge base through publications and conference presentations.
• Undertake data-driven evaluation of new and existing services and products to ensure their effectiveness and inform future decisions.
Qualifications and Experience
Desired requirements
Applicants must be below 26 years of age and possessing a minimum of first degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent qualification with at least an upper
second class (2.1). The applicants must also be abreast with the current trends in higher education, librarianship and information science, relevant developments in Information
and Communication Technologies, learning technologies and teaching practices. The applicants must have the ability to learn and grasp concepts quickly.
How to Apply
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applicants must submit six (6) copies of applications, including a curriculum vitae, giving full personal particulars which should include full names, place and date of birth; certified copies of national identification, birth certificate, proof of qualifications, employment and experience, current salary, date of availability, telephone number and names and addresses of three (3) referees. Applications should be addressed to:
The Deputy Registrar Department of Human Resources
University of Zimbabwe
P O Box MP167
Mount Pleasant
HARARE
Or hand delivered to University of Zimbabwe, Administration Block Room 113.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 9 December 2022.
