University of Zimbabwe - UZ

Manager, External Services and Future Libraries

Library, Records Management Jobs
Salary
TBA

Job Description

Applications from suitably qualified members are invited to fill the following posts:
LIBRARY DEPARTMENT

Reporting to the Deputy Librarian - Operations, the Manager will be responsible for coordinating the Library’s community outreach and innovation programmes.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities
• Coordinate outreach programmes for Affiliate/Associate College Libraries
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Affiliate/Associate College Libraries
• Develop quality assurance instruments for Affiliate/Associate College Libraries
• Coordinate capacity development training for Affiliate/Associate College Libraries
• Coordinate the development and implementation of Library Community Outreach Programmes
• Coordinate surveys on Library products and services
• Manage all University of Zimbabwe Branch Libraries
• Conduct staff performance management
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the University Librarian

Qualifications and Experience


Qualifications, Experience and Attributes
The Applicant should:
• Possess a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science or any other relevant equivalent qualification
• Have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant post-qualification experience at senior management level in a University or research library environment
• Possess skills and competencies in the delivery of Information and Digital Skills for Undergraduate and Postgraduate students
• Possess good problem-solving and critical-thinking skills and be abreast with current technological trends
• Be a strong team player, able to work collaboratively with various stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes
• Possess demonstrable knowledge of current and future trends in academic librarianship and knowledge management
• Possess good interpersonal and communication skills

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.