Librarian Job Opportunity at The School of St Jude
Position: Librarian
Location: Smith Campus, Usa River, Arusha, Tanzania
Application Deadline: October 11, 2024
Employment Type: Full-Time
About The School of St Jude:
The School of St Jude is a pioneering leader in charitable education within Africa, providing 1,800 students with free, quality education and supporting 100s of graduates in higher education. It also reaches over 20,000 government school students with quality teaching support. St Jude’s is funded by generous supporters worldwide, committed to giving bright, poor Tanzanian students access to education.
Key Responsibilities:
- Organize and manage library resources efficiently.
- Promote literacy and foster a love for reading among students.
- Support students and staff in accessing library materials and conducting research.
- Develop, monitor, and maintain library systems, and manage book inventories.
- Create a welcoming library environment for learning and growth.
- Assist with school events and library-related activities, and collaborate with teachers.
- Encourage academic excellence by inspiring students to explore new ideas.
- Write library procedures and manage stock-taking processes.
What They Are Looking For:
- A Tanzanian citizen with a Bachelor’s Degree in Library and Information Science or a related field from an accredited East African university.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in library management, preferably in an educational institution.
- Excellent in written and verbal communication skills in English.
- A well-rounded and independent individual with diverse knowledge in library science and a modern approach to library management.
- Someone who can lead library procedures and foster a love for reading among students.
- Familiarity with Oliver Management System, digital libraries, DDS, stock-taking, and other relevant tools.
- A vibrant, diligent, and approachable personality, and capable of adapting to school policies, including working weekends when needed.
- Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Why Join The School of St Jude:
- Use your skills and expertise to fight poverty through education and positively impact the lives of students.
- Work in a flexible and supportive community of international and local employees.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- Having a Mid-morning tea and lunch provided on working days.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send their cover letter and an updated Curriculum Vitae to recruitment@schoolofstjude.co.tz. The subject line must include the reference number: TSOSJ/HR/ACDM/GN/10/04.
Applications close on October 11, 2024.
Note:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The School of St Jude does not request any form of payment during the recruitment process. Be cautious of fraudulent recruitment activities.