Librarian (English Speaking)

Woopel; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship

Job summary

Woopel in Sharjah, UAE is seeking a Librarian (English Speaking) to manage daily library operations, cataloging, and student assistance. The role emphasizes English communication, research support, and promoting library resources to a diverse student body. It offers full-time hours and visa sponsorship.

The ideal candidate holds a Library Science degree with 3+ years of academic library experience and has expertise in MARC21/AACR2, delivering services with independence and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Library Science or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years experience working as a librarian in an academic setting.
• Strong knowledge of cataloging systems such as MARC21 or AACR2.
• Excellent communication skills in English (spoken and written).
• Experience working with diverse student populations is preferred.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the library including cataloging books, managing circulation records, and maintaining the physical space.
• Develop and maintain collections that meet the needs of our diverse student body.
• Assist students with research inquiries by teaching them how to use library resources effectively.
• Promote a love for reading by organizing book clubs, author visits, and other literary events.
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate library resources into the curriculum.
• Train and supervise student workers to assist with daily tasks.
• Stay updated on current trends in librarianship and make recommendations for improving library services.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Library Science

Tools

MARC21

AACR2

Job description

Librarian (English Speaking)

We are currently seeking a highly qualified and experienced Librarian to join our team in Sharjah, UAE. As a leading institution in the region, we are committed to providing our students with access to a wide range of resources and promoting a love for reading and learning.

As a Librarian, you will be responsible for managing our library and ensuring an organized and welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff. Your main duties will include cataloging books, maintaining library records, assisting with research inquiries, and promoting library resources to students.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the library including cataloging books, managing circulation records, and maintaining the physical space.
• Develop and maintain collections that meet the needs of our diverse student body.
• Assist students with research inquiries by teaching them how to use library resources effectively.
• Promote a love for reading by organizing book clubs, author visits, and other literary events.
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate library resources into the curriculum.
• Train and supervise student workers to assist with daily tasks.
• Stay updated on current trends in librarianship and make recommendations for improving library services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Library Science or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years experience working as a librarian in an academic setting.
• Strong knowledge of cataloging systems such as MARC21 or AACR2.
• Excellent communication skills in English (spoken and written).
• Experience working with diverse student populations is preferred.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

We offer competitive salary packages along with visa sponsorship for qualified candidates. This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those of Indian nationality.