Job Title
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LIBRARY ASSISTANT - LIB BAC7/2024/10
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Application Deadline
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06/02/2024
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Post Type
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External
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Contract Type
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PERMANENT
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Key Responsibilities
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Receive stamp and record incoming information materials through accessioning for ownership and security purposes;
Shelve information materials by class numbers for easy retrieval by the client;
Operate Current Awareness Services (CAS) through display of new arrivals and circulation of periodicals to abreast the patrons;
Charge and discharge library by library management system for dissemination of information to users;
Paste due date labels for stamping due date during circulation process for a clear reminder to the patrons on the return date;
Answer routine inquiries, and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians for customer satisfaction;
Ensure compliance with due dates by checking due dates for equitable sharing of information resources by patrons;
Prepare and paste book pockets by gluing them on information materials to hold slips;
Issue reminders to patrons with overdue material through reminders for accountability, equitable sharing of resources and avoid hoarding of information materials; and
Implement documentation by filling of library catalogue for easy retrieval of information resources by the patrons.
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Qualifications and skills
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Certificate in Computer Proficiency
Diploma in Library and Information Science or their recognized equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Examination (KCSE) mean grade C- or recognized equivalent qualification with at least a C- in either Mathematics, English or Kiswahili;
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of Constitution of Kenya 2010
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