Youth Librarian (Shilling Library) Job

Youth Librarian (Shilling Library) Job 

Founded in 2012, Shilling Library is a community library located in Ngegu village, near Kiambu town.
The library offers on-site reading and a high traffic book rental program.We currently have an opening for a part-time Youth Librarian.

Do you like kids?
Are you a good team player, able to work well with kids and other stakeholders (i.e., parents, teachers, media)?
Are you passionate about creating access to books and promoting a reading culture?
Do you read and love children’s books?
If you do it is totally okay – this job requires it. Position: Youth Librarian (Shilling Library)

Location: Ngegu village (near Kiambu Town) Kiambu County

Salary: Commensurate with experienceApplication Deadline: May 23, 2015

Start Date: May 30, 2015

Hours: 9-5 pm Saturdays (must be able to work at least 3 Saturdays a month)

Qualifications:

• Preference will be given to candidates with 1-2 year enrolment at a post-secondary institution
• KCSE Minimum Grade C+ and above.

Primary Duties:

• Under supervision, provide information and reference services to children using print resources.
• Process, revise, or repair library materials.
• Work at the circulation desk as needed. Assist librarian with reserves and holds.
• Provide basic instruction to patrons in the use of library resources.
• Maintain records and prepare reports. Attend workshops, meetings, and training courses as assigned.
• Provide input to Founder, Board of Directors, Head Librarian and/or children’s librarian for collection development, maintenance, processing and weeding.
• Represents the library at local, community, county, regional, and system-wide meetings.

Additional Duties

• Collaborates with the library team to recruit, train, and manage work of volunteers.
• May act as person in charge in absence of librarians.
• Connects children and young adults and their families with resources that encourage reading.
• Provides informational services for the community, including access to library resources and services.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:
• Previous library experience
• Previous experience working with children
• Proficiency in Children’s literature

 How to Apply

To apply: Submit (1) Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position (2) Curriculum Vitae to shillinglibraryKE@gmail.com