University Librarian
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Job summary
This is an academic position in which the incumbent will provide strategic direction and leadership in advancing the University's teaching and research mission through the adoption of emerging library-related technologies, and through spearheading and coordinating the day-to-day operations, planning, management, control, coordination and developmen
Min Qualification:
Bachelors
Experience Level:
Mid level
Experience Length:
6 years
Language Requirement:
English
Working Hours:
Full Time - 8 to 5
Applicant Location:
Uganda
Job descriptions & requirements
Department: Library
Reports to: Deputy Vice Chancellor Academics and Students Affairs
Responsible for: All Library Staff
Key working relationships: Library Staff, Faculty, Students, Deputy Vice Chancellor Academics and Students Affairs, Uganda Library Association, Consortium of Uganda University Libraries Association, and library resource suppliers
SECTION 2: JOB PURPOSE
This is an academic position in which the incumbent will provide strategic direction and leadership in advancing the University's teaching and research mission through the adoption of emerging library-related technologies, and through spearheading and coordinating the day-to-day operations, planning, management, control, coordination and development of all University libraries. The incumbent will also be responsible for the recruitment, supervision, performance management and training of all library staff, and will position the library as a driver of student Employability, Entrepreneurship, Ethical Leadership.
SECTION 3: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide Strategic and Operational Leadership
1.1. Lead the review, formulation and interpretation of progressive library policies, practices, initiatives and processes; oversee implementation and manage compliance
1.2. Spearhead and coordinate the strategic initiatives of the library
1.3. Develop, monitor and evaluate the library's annual strategic work plan
1.4. Develop, monitor and report on budget performance, promoting cost-effectiveness in all library operations
1.5. Keep up to date with developments in the library sector
2. Manage Library Resources and Information Services
2.1. Identify, select, acquire, process and disseminate relevant library online and physical resources
2.2. Participate in the creation, maintenance and update of library databases
2.3. Identify, register and monitor library subscriptions
2.4. Provide guidance, oversight and compliance with intellectual property and copyright laws
2.5. Spearhead initiatives to provide online and physical security for library resources
2.6. Identify, develop, conduct and evaluate library information literacy innovations, training programs and workshops
2.7. Source, allocate and monitor utilisation of library resources and facilities
3. Provide Leadership and Oversight for Library Staff
3.1. Build a strong and effective team within the library, spearheading the recruitment, supervision, training and performance management of all library staff
4. Drive Stakeholder Engagement and Research
4.1. Identify, develop and maintain productive network relationships with strategic partners, committees and fora
4.2. Initiate and participate in library research and publishing initiatives
5. Advance Student Employability and Career Readiness
5.1. Curate and maintain career-focused resources such as industry reports, labour market data, professional certification materials alongside academic collections
5.2. Partner with the Careers and Employability Office to embed career-readiness skills into information literacy training and workshops
5.3. Champion responsible and effective use of AI and digital research tools, equipping students with workplace-transferable digital literacy
SECTION 4: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Qualifications and Experience
• PhD in a relevant field from a reputable university (desired)
• Master's Degree in Librarianship, Records and Archives Management, or Information Sciences from a reputable university
• Bachelor's Degree in Library and Information Sciences from a reputable university
• 6 years of relevant work experience, preferably gained from a private institution of higher learning, working closely with both academic and administrative staff, with at least 2 years at senior level
• Working knowledge of library systems such as KOHA, DSpace and Turnitin
• Membership of the Uganda Library Association and the Consortium of Uganda University Libraries Association desirable
Competency Framework
Competency-Area Key Competencies-Behavioural Indicators
Strategic & Library Leadership
Visionary mindset; Strategic planning
• Sets a clear library strategic direction aligned to the University's teaching and research mission
• Anticipates emerging library and information trends and technologies
• Leads the review, formulation and interpretation of library policies and initiatives
Information Resources & Systems Management
Library systems knowledge (KOHA, DSpace, Turnitin), resource development
• Demonstrates working knowledge of library management systems and institutional repositories
• Ensures accurate acquisition, cataloguing and dissemination of online and physical resources
• Negotiates effectively with suppliers, e.g. on book prices
Information Literacy & Research Support
Training design and research support
• Designs and delivers information literacy training and refresher programs, including e-learning materials
• Initiates and participates in library research and publishing initiatives
• Supports academic staff and students with subject-specific resources
Governance, Compliance & Risk
IP and copyright compliance; security oversight
• Ensures compliance with intellectual property and copyright laws
• Leads initiatives to safeguard library resources, both online and physical
• Monitors and reports on subscription and licensing compliance
People & Team Management
Team building; performance management
• Supervises, trains and manages the performance of library staff
• Builds a collaborative, service-oriented team
• Works effectively with highly diverse and professional teams
Financial & Operational Management
Budgeting Resource planning
• Develops and monitors the library budget, promoting cost-effectiveness
• Sources, allocates and monitors utilisation of library resources and facilities
• Demonstrates excellent planning, organisational and prioritisation skills
Stakeholder Engagement
Relationship building Networking
• Builds and maintains productive relationships with strategic partners, committees and fora
• Liaises effectively with academic staff and students to shape responsive library services
Ethical Stewardship & Professionalism
Integrity Confidentiality
• Demonstrates high levels of integrity, confidentiality and self-initiative
• Commits to achieving desired results in a timely, accountable manner
• Shows willingness to work outside normal hours when required
Continuous Professional Development
Lifelong learning, sector awareness
• Keeps up to date with developments in the library and information science sector
• Pursues professional membership and engagement
• Applies creativity and innovation to evolving library services
Employability & Industry Alignment
Labour market awareness; cross-functional partnership
• Aligns library resources and programming with current employer and industry expectations
• Builds an active partnership with the Faculties, Careers and Employability, and industry stakeholders
• Champions ethical, effective use of AI and digital tools as career-relevant skills
• Tracks and reports on employability- linked library engagement
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