DEPUTY LIBRARIAN (1 POST)
  • Deadline - September 19, 2026

Experience

Minimum 5+ yr

Description

The University seeks to engage a Deputy Librarian in the Library Department

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Assisting in the development, implementation, monitoring, and review of the Library's strategic plans, policies, and operational plans
  • Assisting in the coordination and supervision of library departments, units, and services to ensure efficient and effective service delivery
  • Coordinating the implementation and evaluation of library projects, programmes, and strategic initiatives
  • Assisting in the development and management of print, electronic, and digital information resources
  • Supporting the implementation of scholarly communication initiatives, including the institutional repository, open access, research data management, and research support services
  • Assisting in the coordination of collection development, electronic resource management, and digital library services
  • Coordinating information literacy, user education, and research support programmes
  • Assisting in monitoring library performance, quality assurance activities, and the preparation of statutory and management reports
  • Supporting digital transformation initiatives, including the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation, and other emerging technologies to enhance library operations, teaching, learning, and research support
  • Assisting in resource mobilisation, grant proposal development, and strategic partnerships
  • Assisting in the preparation, implementation, and monitoring of the Library budget and ensuring prudent utilisation of resources
  • Supervising, mentoring, coaching, and appraising library staff
  • Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the University Librarian
Qualifications and Experience
  • A Master's degree in Library and Information Science or Information Science
  • A Bachelor's degree in Library and Information Science
  • Five (5) Ordinary level passes including English Language
  • A minimum of five (5) years post-qualification experience in an academic or research library, including at least three (3) years at Sub-Librarian level or equivalent senior supervisory/management level
Overview
  • Title

    DEPUTY LIBRARIAN (1 POST)

  • Experience

    5+ yr

  • Qualification

    Masters

  • Date Posted

    1 week ago

Gwanda State University

Excellence through Esprit De Corps

  • Landline

    08688009154

  • Whatsapp

    0781 924 111

  • Email

    human.resources@gsu.ac.zw

  • Website

    www.gsu.ac.zw

  • Location

    Epoch Mine , Filabusi