[LIBJOBS] Pakistan - Karachi - Head of University Library/University Librarian

Hello,

 

I’m writing from Habib University in Karachi and would like to advertise the following job on your list.

 

Thank you.

 

Regards,

 

Minerva John

Planning Assistant for Faculty Recruitment

University Planning

 

Habib University Foundation

D-145 |KDA Scheme 1 | Karachi | Pakistan

Telephone: +92 21 34301051-55 ext. 186 | Fax: +92 21 34301056 | Skype: minervajohn | www.huf.org.pk | www.habib.edu.pk | www.facebook.com/HabibUniversity

 

 

Habib University

Job Title: Head of University Library/ University Librarian

 

Reports to: Provost and President of Habib University

Scope of the Job: Under the administrative leadership of the Provost and President, the Head of University Library articulates the Library’s mission and goals; provides leadership for the Library’s staff, operations, and services; advances the Library’s reputation on a local, regional, and national scale; collaborates with university administrators in carrying out the University’s academic priorities.

Major Responsibilities:

As Habib University is a new institution, the role of the University Librarian is to:

1.      Articulate a clear vision for the University Library

2.      Develop and implement Library Strategic Plans to meet University’s academic priorities

3.      Manage the University Library’s human, financial, and physical resources

4.      Oversee all departmental operations including but not limited to: budget preparation and oversight, submission of reports, grant acquisition and management.

5.      Define and implement Library Policies and Procedures, applicable to University faculty, students, administrators and the university community at large

6.      Develop and implement the information technology plan for the Library, with a customer-centered approach to serving the digital information needs of the University

7.      Work with the faculty in defining library collections for the first year of classes and develop plans for expansion of collection

8.      Recruit and develop library staff for management of University Library

9.      Develop strategies to align Library services with University curricula and research

10.  Ensure the Library implements new technologies that enhances services

11.  Continually align Library’s services to meet the needs of diverse constituencies within the University Community

12.  Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Library to ensure reasonable access to all library services

13.  Communicate the value of library services to faculty, staff, and students

14.  Maintain knowledge of current issues and trends in academic information services such as instructional technology and design, information literacy, assessment, copyright and fair use

15.  Perform other duties as assigned by the Provost

Qualifications and Experience:

1.      A second Master’s degree or a doctoral degree

2.      Master’s degree from an ALA accredited program or equivalent

3.      A record of scholarly achievement

4.      Leadership experience in an academic or research library

5.      Experience optimizing the delivery of library services

6.      Experience developing and implementing large-scale strategic or project plans

7.      Experience with library space building, expansion or design projects

8.      Budgetary experience

9.      A record of service in professional library or academic associations

10.  Experience implementing new technologies to enhance library services

11.  Experience developing collaborations regionally, nationally or internationally

12.  Proven ability securing external funding

Skills and competencies:

1.      Knowledge of emerging technologies within the domain of scholarship, scholarly communication, and library services.

2.      Demonstrated ability to work with administrators, faculty, students, staff, and other library constituents.

3.      Commitment to fostering a diverse staff.

4.      Commitment to serving a diverse community.

5.      Proven success as an effective communicator.

6.      Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills.

7.      Evidence of strong management skills.

Applications should include a cover letter, detailed resume providing evidence of a distinguished record of librarianship and scholarly achievement, and the contact information for three references, which should be sent electronically (a single PDF file preferred) and in confidence to Ms. Minerva John, minerva.john@huf.org.pk . The deadline for applications is September 30, 2013.

About the Organization:

Habib University is a liberal arts and science institution being established by Habib University Foundation as a world class center of excellence in higher learning in Karachi, Pakistan. Beginning in Fall of 2014, Habib University will offer undergraduate programs, with a unique blend of interdisciplinary education in Science, Engineering, Arts, Humanities and the Social Sciences. The University will start classes with 200 students and will continue to grow in numbers in subsequent years. The University is looking to develop and implement a creative and innovative admissions plan and process that addresses the needs of higher education in Pakistan and also represents best practices in admissions internationally.

For more information please visit our website www.habib.edu.pk