Digital Librarian: Curate & Grow Educational Resources

LIT Philippines, Inc. (Digital Library); Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

LIT Philippines, Inc. operates the LIT Digital Library, delivering curated ebooks, magazines, documentaries, and learning resources to educational institutions, organizations, and individuals. It collaborates with OverDrive, Curiosity Stream, and publishers to provide high-quality content.

The Digital Librarian will manage and curate the growing collection, support users, and coordinate with academic partners to enhance access and engagement across platforms, ensuring smooth library operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Experience in library management or digital libraries is a plus.
• Comfortable engaging with academic institutions and sales-related tasks.
• Strong organizational and research skills are essential.
• Ability to manage digital systems and online platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage, curate, and regularly update digital library collections.
• Acquire and evaluate digital library resources based on user needs.
• Respond to user queries and assist with navigating the digital library.
• Conduct library orientations, demos, and training for students and faculty.
• Maintain records of library patrons and institutional accounts.
• Coordinate with publishers for content acquisition and partnerships.
• Collaborate with academic institutions for proposals and usage monitoring.
• Develop innovative library programs to enhance user engagement.
• Maintain and support digital management systems for smooth access.

Skills

Organizational skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Tech-savvy

Multitasking

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science, Education, Information Technology, or a related field

Tools

Library management systems

Online platforms

Resource databases

Job description

LIT Philippines, Inc. operates the LIT Digital Library, delivering curated ebooks, magazines, documentaries, and learning resources to educational institutions, organizations, and individuals. It collaborates with OverDrive, Curiosity Stream, and publishers to provide high-quality content.

The Digital Librarian will manage and curate the growing collection, support users, and coordinate with academic partners to enhance access and engagement across platforms, ensuring smooth library operations.