Library Assistant (Malayalee) - Sharjah, UAE

PPOAR; Sharjah; On-site; AED 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

PPOAR is seeking a Library Assistant in Sharjah, UAE. The role involves assisting the Librarian with library operations, cataloging, and user support. The position emphasizes customer service, inventory management, and program support within the community library.

The successful candidate will work with technology, digital databases, and collaborate with staff to enhance library services; accommodation is provided, and training is available.

Qualifications

• Malayalee nationality preferred.
• No previous experience required; training will be provided.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English is a plus but not required.
• Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Comfortable working with technology such as computers and digital databases.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to library users, including answering inquiries and assisting with locating materials.
• Assist with the organization and maintenance of library collections, including shelving books and other materials.
• Process new library materials, including labeling, cataloging, and entering into digital databases.
• Monitor and track library inventory, making recommendations for ordering new materials as needed.
• Assist with planning and implementation of library programs and events for the community.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the library space.
• Collaborate with other staff members to develop strategies for improving library services.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

English communication

Tools

Digital databases

Job description

Library Assistant (Malayalee) - Sharjah, UAE

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Library Assistant in Sharjah, UAE. As a Library Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting the Librarian in managing the library and providing support to library users.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to library users, including answering inquiries and assisting with locating materials
• Assist with the organization and maintenance of library collections, including shelving books and other materials
• Process new library materials, including labeling, cataloging, and entering into digital databases
• Monitor and track library inventory, making recommendations for ordering new materials as needed
• Assist with planning and implementation of library programs and events for the community
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the library space
• Collaborate with other staff members to develop strategies for improving library services

Requirements

• Malayalee nationality preferred
• No previous experience required; training will be provided on-the-job
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively in English is a plus but not required
• Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Comfortable working with technology such as computers and digital databases

Benefits

• Salary of 1200$ per month
• Accommodation provided
• Opportunities for professional development within the library field