Librarian

Woopel; Sharjah; Presencial; AED 54.000 - 82.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Woopel is seeking an Indian Librarian to join a prestigious library in Sharjah, UAE. The role includes managing the collection, providing reference services, and assisting users with research.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Library Science and at least 2 years of Librarian experience in academic or public settings. English fluency is required; Arabic is a plus. Indian nationals in Sharjah or willing to relocate are welcome.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field.
• Minimum 2 years experience as Librarian in academic or public library.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.
• Experience with online databases, electronic resources, and library technologies.
• Knowledge of MARC and Dewey/LoC classifications.
• Experience developing instructional materials or info literacy sessions.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee organization and maintenance of the library's collection and cataloging.
• Develop and implement library programs and services for diverse users.
• Provide reference and research assistance and navigate online databases.
• Promote library use through outreach activities like book clubs, workshops, and events.
• Train and supervise staff on circulation, reference, and collection management.
• Stay updated on librarianship trends and suggest new resources or technologies.
• Collaborate with faculty to support teaching and research with instructional sessions.

Conocimientos

English fluency

Arabic knowledge (a plus)

MARC cataloging

Dewey or LoC classification

Online databases

Information literacy instruction

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field

Herramientas

Online databases

Descripción del empleo

Librarian

Job Title: Librarian (Indian)

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Indian Librarian to join our team at a prestigious library in Sharjah, UAE. As a Librarian, you will be responsible for managing the library's collection, providing reference services and assisting library users with research needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the organization and maintenance of the library's collection, ensuring all materials are properly cataloged and shelved.
• Develop and implement library programs and services to meet the needs of diverse users.
• Provide reference and research assistance to library users, including helping them navigate online databases and resources.
• Promote the use of the library through outreach activities such as book clubs, workshops, and events.
• Train and supervise library staff on proper procedures for circulation services, reference assistance, and collection management.
• Stay updated on current trends in librarianship and make recommendations for new resources or technologies to enhance library services.
• Collaborate with faculty to support their teaching and research needs by providing instruction sessions or creating subject-specific research guides.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years experience working as a Librarian in an academic or public library setting.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic is a plus.
• Must have experience with online databases, electronic resources, and other technologies commonly used in libraries.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cataloging standards (MARC) and classification systems (Dewey Decimal or Library of Congress).
• Experience with developing instructional materials or conducting information literacy sessions is preferred.

Requirements

• Must be an Indian national currently residing in Sharjah or willing to relocate.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with diverse groups of people.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to changing technologies and work efficiently under pressure.
• Must have a valid biometric passport.
• Accommodation will not be provided.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.