Job type: Full-time
We’re looking for qualified and passionate Librarian!
Want to work for one of the largest charities of its kind in Africa? Are you skilled at organizing and managing library resources, fostering a love for reading, and promoting information literacy among students? Are you passionate about providing students with access to knowledge, supporting their academic growth, and creating a welcoming library environment? Does this sound like you? … Keep reading!
Working station:
Smith Campus, Usa River, Arusha, Tanzania
About us
The School of St Jude is a pioneering leader in charitable education within Africa. Every year we give 1,800 students with free, quality education, 100’s of graduates with access to higher education and provide more than 20,000 government school students with quality teachers. St Jude’s is funded by generous supporters from around the world who make our mission of giving bright, poor Tanzanian students a free, quality education possible.
Who are you?
- A highly-motivated librarian with excellent attention to detail, who loves working with students and staff, and can manage and organize library resources efficiently.
- You are able to develop, monitor, and maintain library systems, manage book inventories, and create a welcoming learning environment.
- You understand the importance of promoting literacy and can inspire students to engage with reading, research, and information gathering.
- A responsible and dedicated individual who enjoys supporting school events, collaborating with teachers, and organizing library- related activities.
- You strive for academic excellence, encouraging students to explore new ideas and develop a lifelong love for learning What we’re looking for
- A Tanzanian who holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Library and Information Science or a related field from an accredited university within East Africa.
- Minimum three (3) years of experience in Library management or a related role, preferably in an educational institution.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English to assist students and staff in finding resources and conducting research.
- A well-rounded, independent, and mature individual with diverse knowledge in library and information science, who observes professional ethics and demonstrates a modern approach to library management, punctuality on tasks and one that can give high quality reports.
- Someone who is capable of leading and writing library procedures.
- A librarian with a vibrant, diligent, and approachable personality who fosters a love for reading and learning among students.
- An individual who is able to adapt to our school’s diverse Policies and Procedures (including working on weekends when required).
- A skilled person with Oliver Management System, Digital libraries, DDS, stock taking etc.
- Competent female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Why us
- An opportunity to use your talents and expertise to fight poverty through education and make a positive impact in the lives of thousands of students in Arusha, Tanzania.
- A flexible and supportive community of international and local employees.
- Ample opportunities for career progression and development.
- Mid-morning tea and lunch (during working days).
Are you interested?
- This is Full-time Job, Send your cover letter and an up to date Curriculum Vitae to [email protected] (subject line must include the reference number: TSOSJ/H R/ACDM/GN/10/04)
- Applications close on 11th October 2024
- ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED!
DISCLAIMER:
PLEASE BE AWARE OF FRAUDULENT ACTIVITIES IN JOB ADVERTISEMENTS AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS. THE SCHOOL OF ST JUDE DOES NOT REQUEST PAYMENT AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS INCLUDING THE OFFER STAGE. ANY PAYMENT REQUESTS SHOULD BE REFUSED AND REPORTED TO LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITIES FOR APPROPRIATE ACTION.
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