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22 June 2008
Wanted: 2 Librarians (Fiji)
Category: Job Openings
Job title: Librarian
Institution: University of the South Pacific
Location: Fiji
Deadline: 4 July 2008
Source: IFLA
The University of the South Pacific
Serving the Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Niue,
Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
Librarian (2 Positions)
Ref. FLI003 and FLI201
The appointee will either be responsible for, or required to work as part of a team, in one or a combination of the following sections of the Library: the provision of library information services to meet the needs of on-campus and distance education students, staff and general users; the acquisition of library materials, gifts and exchange; assisting in the production of library publications and other products; training of staff; cataloguing and classification of library materials according to AACR2 and the Library of Congress Classification Scheme, LCR1 and MARC21 in an automated environment.
Applicants must have: a professional qualification in Library Information Studies recognized by an accrediting body such as the Australian Library
and Information Association (ALIA); relevant work experience in academic libraries; proven experience in the provision of library services to distance and on-campus students and library users; sound knowledge and familiarity with library technology and automated systems; working knowledge and experience in the use of AACR2, LC classification and subject headings, LCR1 and MARC21; be familiar with IT and the use of the Internet, CD-ROMS and online databases; excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be able to work evening and weekend duties.
For appointment to the higher salary level (Band 3), applicants must have more than 10 years direct relevant experience.
Preference will be given to applicants with experience in training library personnel at the paraprofessional level; experience in dealing with library users in a multicultural environment; work experience in a developing country or understanding of life in developing countries and library management experience.
Enquiries and further information: Ms Sin Joan Yee, University Librarian,
ph: (679) 323 2423; fax: (679) 323 1518; email: yee_s@usp.ac.fj
The position is available for a term of three years and may be renewed by
mutual agreement.
Salary Range:
F$44 721 to F$53 665 per annum
F$55 280 to F$72 736 per annum
(Inclusive of 15% Gratuity)
In addition to the above benefits, the University contributes 10% of basic salary to an approved superannuation scheme, provides airfare and
relocation costs where appropriate.
Two copies of your application, including full curriculum vitae plus certified copies of academic qualifications and transcripts must be forwarded to The Recruitment Manager, The University of the South Pacific, Suva, Fiji. Applicants must request three professional referees, one of whom must be your current supervisor or immediate past supervisor to forward signed reports (quoting reference number) to the above address by the closing date. Candidates may request further information, send enquiries and their application by email to personnel@usp.ac.fj; phone: (679) 3232323 or fax: (679) 323 1518 but must send originals by normal mail in order to be considered. Your application must address the criteria as advertised.
Closing date for applications 04 July 2008.
Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
The University website address is http://www.usp.ac.fj
The department website address is http://www.usp.ac.fj/library
USP is a Multi-modal Distance and Flexible Learning University
USP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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