Jobs African Union Library Assistant

Position: Library Assistant

Location: Tanzania, Tanzania

Organization: African Union Commission – AUC

AU Values

• Respect for Diversity and Team Work • Think Africa Above all

• Transparency and Accountability • Integrity and Impartiality

• Efficiency and Professionalism • Information and Knowledge Sharing

Organization Information

• Reports to: Librarian – Legal Division

• Directorate: Registry of the Court

• Number of Direct reports: 0

• Job grade: GSA5

• Contract type: Regular

• Location: Arusha, Tanzania

Purpose of Job

Assist the Librarian in the provision of library services.

Main Functions

Assist in processing library information materials, including cataloguing, classification, indexing.
Conducting information searching and retrieval for library clients.
Maintenance of library catalogues
Circulation duties of the library.
Library reference services
Working closely with the librarian to search, identify and select materials in all formats for possible purchase and integration into the library’s collection.
Assisting in the audio-visual and serials services of the library;

Specific Responsibilities

Assisting in library events such as Library weeks,
Assist in library training and user education programmes
Conduct various library surveys,
General ergonomics and shelving of library items
Assist in the preparation of current awareness services and selective dissemination activities such as bibliographies and general information services to users;
Perform any other duties as required.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education and a Diploma in Library and Information Studies or Information Sciences or related disciplines or an equivalent.
A higher qualification in the requested field will be an added advantage.
A minimum of five (5) years relevant professional experience in a similar position, preferably in an international organization

Required Skills

A grasp of modern library systems and practices
Knowledge of standard library organization systems especially Library of Congress Classification system, MARC and Resource Description and Access (RDA) protocols.
Literacy in modern computer applications especially use of word processing, spreadsheets, presentation and conferencing programs.
Good communication skills and respect for confidentiality
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work under pressure in a multi-cultural environment and under minimum supervision;
Knowledge of the African human rights system;
Knowledge of international organizations and their functions;
Knowledge of AU policies, systems and standards
Proficiency in one of the AU Official working languages. Good knowledge of at least one other language will be an added advantage.

Leadership Competencies

Core Competencies

Teamwork and Collaboration
Responsibility
Learning Orientation
Communicating with impact
Functional Competencies
Conceptual Thinking and Problem Solving
Job Knowledge
Drive for Results
Innovation and taking initiative

TENURE OF APPOINTMENT:

The appointment will be made on a regular term contract for a period of three (3) years, of which the first twelve months shall be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables.

GENDER MAINSTREAMING

The African Court is an equal opportunity employer; qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

LANGUAGES:

Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish) and fluency in another AU language is an added advantage

REMUNERATION:

Indicative basic salary of US$ 15,758.00 per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. post adjustment (42% of basic salary), housing allowance (US$1,401.12 per month), education allowance (100% of the school fees up to a maximum of US$10,000.00 per child per annum to a maximum of four (4) children of up to 21 years maximum),spouse allowance (5% of the basic salary, child Allowance (US$ 250 per annum per child up to four (4) children aged 21years maximum, etc. in accordance with the Rules and Regulations governing International Civil Servants of the African Union

Applications must be made not later than 28 March 2022.

Requisition ID: 990

NB: Candidates who previously applied for this position are encouraged to reapply through the aforementioned website

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