University Librarian at Tharaka University

University Librarian at Tharaka University

Tharaka University is an institution of higher learning located in Tharaka South Sub-County, in Tharaka Nithi County, near Gatunga Town. The University was established as a Campus of Chuka University in September 2015. Later, the Campus was elevated to the status of a Constituent College through Legal Gazette Notice No. 146 of 10th July, 2017

University Librarian

UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN GRADE 15 Ref: TUN/AD/57/09/24

  • Responsible to: Deputy Vice-Chancellor (ARSA)

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Overall, in charge of the department.
  • Advise the University Management board and other users on matters pertaining to the library.
  • Guiding the selection and acquisition of informational materials for teaching and research.
  • Present university library utilization report to management.
  • Responsible for proper deployment of professional senior library staff.
  • Responsible for all staff matters in the department.
  • Responsible for the implementation of University policies and procedures relevant to the department.
  • Responsible for the formulation, planning and control of the departmental budget.
  • Responsible for formulation and implementation of the departmental strategic plan.
  • Any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Qualification Requirements;

For appointment to this grade a candidate:

  • Must have an earned PhD in the relevant field with four publications in refereed journals

OR

  • Must have a Master’s degree in the relevant field with four publications since the last promotion plus 5 years’ experience as Deputy University Librarian.
  • Must be Computer literate
  • Must have an Exemplary work performance
  • Must have 3 years’ experience as a Deputy University Librarian.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Tharaka University on form.jotform.com to apply