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23 January 2007
Wanted: Librarian (United Nations - New York)
Category: Job Openings
Job title: Librarian, P-3
Institution: United Nations
Location: New York, NY
Deadline: 24 February 2007
Source: UN
Contact: staffing @ un.org
Librarian, P-3
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 24 Feb 2007
DATE OF ISSUANCE: 26 Dec 2006
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Department of Public Information
DUTY STATION: New York
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 06-IMA-DPI-412153-R-NEW YORK
Remuneration
Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
More Info
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Chief of the Information Processing Unit, the Collections and Information Processing Section, the Dag Hammarskjold Library, Outreach Division, Department of Public Information, the incumbent is responsible for the following duties: Catalogue complex political, economic and social, as well as scientific and technical materials, especially serials (print and electronic format) that require in-depth analysis of subject matter, provision of original bibliographic description and classification; Revise cataloguing data provided by junior professional and/or General Service Staff; Evaluate adequacy of existing reference tools for bibliographic description; Advise other units and departments seeking expertise in content organization and meta-data; Guide, coach, train and supervise professional and general service staff in the function; Perform other duties as assigned.
Competencies
Professionalism - Highly developed conceptual, analytical, and innovative problem-solving ability; demonstrated ability to handle complex library cataloguing issues. Planning and Organizing - Ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor own work plan and those under his/her supervision. Technological Awareness - In depth knowledge of information sources, including the use of relevant databases, internet services and library sources; Ability to use automated information systems as applied to libraries and/or information networks. Communication - Effective communication skills both oral and written. Teamwork- Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in library science, information sciences or related field. A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in library work or information network administration. Substantial experience in the area of cataloguing services required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in written and oral English required; knowledge of additional official UN languages is desirable.
Other Skills
In-depth knowledge of the international cataloguing rules and standards (e.g., AACRII) required. Solid skills to use integrated library management systems required.
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 
. English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
How to apply
All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first, provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2002/4 are met and the application is submitted in a timely fashion, staff members should apply within 15-day or 30-day mark.
Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please go to “My UN” page and check the status of your application by clicking on “View Application History”, and resubmit the application, if necessary.
1. To start the application process, applicants are required to register by opening a “My UN” account. Go to Login, and Register as a User. Fill in the form and choose a User Name and Password.
2. After opening the account, applicants may apply for vacancies using the Personal History Profile (PHP) provided. Once the PHP has been completed for a particular vacancy, it can be saved and used for future applications. The PHP may be up-dated, when necessary, for future applications.
3. In completing the PHP, please note that all fields marked with an asterisk must be completed.
4. UN staff members must submit scanned copies of their two latest Performance Appraisal System (PAS) reports at the time of application to the appropriate Human Resources Office (HRO)/Personnel Office (PO) to the email address below, clearly indicating the vacancy announcement number. In case you have no access to the digitizing equipment, please submit hard copies of the two latest PAS reposts to the relevant HRO/PO via fax.
E-mail: staffing@un.org,
Fax: 1-917-367-0524
Please see the Frequently Asked Questions, if you encounter problems when applying.
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